2025

Gas and Power Institute

Houston Oct 14, 2025 The Whitehall Hotel
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Live Webcast Oct 14, 2025
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Overview

The 2025 Gas and Power Institute, is a one-day program that features timely topics relevant to the gas and power industry in light of the changing landscape of rules, regulation, legislation, and environmental requirements. The Institute also provides essential information and resources on the latest industry and market climate.

Event Schedule

Program is subject to change.
All times are Central Time Zone.

Time

Credit

Subject

Speaker
Tuesday Morning, Oct. 14, 2025
Presiding Officer:
Chris Reeder, Husch Blackwell LLP - Austin, TX
7:30 am

Registration Opens

Includes continental breakfast.
8:20 am

Welcoming Remarks
8:30 am

0.50 hr

Nuts and Bolts of Battery Tolling Agreement

Battery storage on a commercial scale has exploded in recent years. One way companies have sought to reap the benefits batteries provide without undertaking the developmental and operational risk of owning a battery is via tolling agreements. However, these agreements raise a number of risks parties should bear in mind before entering into these tolling agreements. Address some of these risks from the position of the tolling party interested in signing a battery tolling agreement with a battery developer.

Craig R. Enochs, Reed Smith LLP - Houston, TX
Brandon Lobb, Troutman Pepper Locke - Houston, TX

Craig R. Enochs, Reed Smith LLP - Houston, TX
Brandon Lobb, Troutman Pepper Locke - Houston, TX
9:00 am

0.75 hr

Texas Energy Fund Update

A review of the PUCT’s implementation efforts for Texas Energy Fund legislation and where we are in bringing new, TEF-funded dispatchable generation into the ERCOT system. The discussion includes an overview of the Projects which have survived the TEF In-ERCOT Generation Loan diligence process and the reasons why some Projects have failed to do so.

Alaina Zermeno, Husch Blackwell LLP - Austin, TX

Alaina Zermeno, Husch Blackwell LLP - Austin, TX
9:45 am

15-Minute Break
10:00 am

0.75 hr

Watt’s New? Legal & Regulatory Shifts Impacting Texas Energy

A discussion of recent developments in the regulatory landscape, from statutory and rule changes to court decisions, as well as political and business considerations impacting the energy industry.

Michael J. Nasi, Jackson Walker LLP - Austin, TX
Michele Richmond, Texas Competitive Power Advocates - Austin, TX

Michael J. Nasi, Jackson Walker LLP - Austin, TX
Michele Richmond, Texas Competitive Power Advocates - Austin, TX
10:45 am

1.00 hr

Legislative Insight Panel

Discuss notable legislation that passed and did not pass, and corresponding perspectives on the regulatory landscape in Texas.

Moderator:
Carolyn E. Shellman, Butler Snow LLP - Austin, TX
Panelists:
Will McAdams, McAdams Energy Group, LLC and Texas Lobby Strategies - Austin, TX
Bill Moore, Butler Snow LLP - Austin, TX
Tom Oney, Lower Colorado River Authority - Austin, TX

Moderator:
Carolyn E. Shellman, Butler Snow LLP - Austin, TX
Panelists:
Will McAdams, McAdams Energy Group, LLC and Texas Lobby Strategies - Austin, TX
Bill Moore, Butler Snow LLP - Austin, TX
Tom Oney, Lower Colorado River Authority - Austin, TX
11:45 am
Houston Only

Pick up Lunch (in Houston)

Included in registration.
Tuesday Afternoon, Oct. 14, 2025
Presiding Officer:
Samer Mahjoub, White & Case
Luncheon Presentation
12:05 pm

0.50 hr

Keynote Presentation

Presented By: Katherine C. Piper, Calpine Corporation

Katherine C. Piper, Calpine Corporation - Houston, TX

Katherine C. Piper, Calpine Corporation - Houston, TX
12:35 pm

15-Minute Break
12:50 pm

0.50 hr

Data Center Large Loads: Legal Principles

Explore the complex regulatory considerations in interconnecting data centers to the grid and co-locating with generation resources in private use networks in Texas.

This session was originally scheduled at 1:20 p.m.

Carrie Collier-Brown, Husch Blackwell LLP - Austin, TX

Carrie Collier-Brown, Husch Blackwell LLP - Austin, TX
1:20 pm

0.50 hr

Underground Natural Gas Storage in Texas: Back from the Dead

A brief review of the natural gas storage developments in Texas, drivers of new demand, limits on supply, and current developments on the Gulf Coast.

This session was originally scheduled at 12:50 p.m.

Edmund Knolle, Gulf Coast Midstream Partners - Houston, TX

Edmund Knolle, Gulf Coast Midstream Partners - Houston, TX
1:50 pm

0.75 hr

Perspectives on Large Load Project Development and Interconnection in ERCOT

Moderator:
Meghan E. Griffiths, Jackson Walker LLP - Austin, TX
Panelists:
Kelly Frazier, Targa Resources Corp. - Houston, TX
Clayton Greer, Cholla Energy, LLC - Plano, TX
Jillian Piccione, Rowan Digital Infrastructure - Denver, CO

Moderator:
Meghan E. Griffiths, Jackson Walker LLP - Austin, TX
Panelists:
Kelly Frazier, Targa Resources Corp. - Houston, TX
Clayton Greer, Cholla Energy, LLC - Plano, TX
Jillian Piccione, Rowan Digital Infrastructure - Denver, CO
2:35 pm

0.50 hr

Ensuring Reliable Natural Gas Supply and Transportation: Key Commercial and Legal Considerations

A stable and dependable natural gas supply is critical to the efficient and uninterrupted operation of large end users. Discuss the practical challenges and strategic considerations that commercial and legal teams must navigate—during both project development and ongoing operations. Considerations include pipeline infrastructure, tariffs, and managing supply-demand imbalances, all of which impact operational continuity, cost predictability, and regulatory compliance.

Jesse S. Lotay, Jackson Walker LLP - Houston, TX
Heather Waters, Jackson Walker LLP - Houston, TX

Jesse S. Lotay, Jackson Walker LLP - Houston, TX
Heather Waters, Jackson Walker LLP - Houston, TX
3:05 pm

10-Minute Break
3:15 pm

0.75 hr

The Challenge of Meeting the Transmission Needs of the Oil and Gas Industry and the Growing Texas Economy

Oil and gas development and electrification efforts in the Permian Basin highlighted the need for a more proactive approach to transmission development. Recent interconnection requests from industrial facilities and data centers have shown that the need for more transmission spans the entire state. Discuss recent regulatory and grid planning initiatives designed to jump start transmission development in the Permian Basin and throughout the state.

Moderator:
Diana M. Liebmann, Haynes Boone, LLP - San Antonio, TX
Panelists:
Lori Cobos, Cobos Strategies, LLC - Austin, TX
Liz Jones, Oncor Electric Delivery - Austin, TX
Warren Lasher, Lasher Energy Consulting - Austin, TX

Moderator:
Diana M. Liebmann, Haynes Boone, LLP - San Antonio, TX
Panelists:
Lori Cobos, Cobos Strategies, LLC - Austin, TX
Liz Jones, Oncor Electric Delivery - Austin, TX
Warren Lasher, Lasher Energy Consulting - Austin, TX
4:00 pm

1.00 hr ethics

Avoiding Ethical and Sanctions Risks using AI-based Legal Research

Hundreds of lawyers and law firms around the country face sanctions or grievance problems resulting from the use of AI-based legal research. Learn how you can avoid the traps that snared your unfortunate colleagues.

Scott Rothenberg, Law Offices of Scott Rothenberg - Bellaire, TX

Scott Rothenberg, Law Offices of Scott Rothenberg - Bellaire, TX
5:00 pm

Adjourn

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Conference Faculty

Lori Cobos

Cobos Strategies, LLC
Austin, TX

Carrie Collier-Brown

Husch Blackwell LLP
Austin, TX

Craig R. Enochs

Reed Smith LLP
Houston, TX

Kelly Frazier

Targa Resources Corp.
Houston, TX

Clayton Greer

Cholla Energy, LLC
Plano, TX

Meghan E. Griffiths

Jackson Walker LLP
Austin, TX

Liz Jones

Oncor Electric Delivery
Austin, TX

Edmund Knolle

Gulf Coast Midstream Partners
Houston, TX

Warren Lasher

Lasher Energy Consulting
Austin, TX

Diana M. Liebmann

Haynes Boone, LLP
San Antonio, TX

Brandon Lobb

Troutman Pepper Locke
Houston, TX

Jesse S. Lotay

Jackson Walker LLP
Houston, TX

Will McAdams

McAdams Energy Group, LLC and Texas Lobby Strategies
Austin, TX

Bill Moore

Butler Snow LLP
Austin, TX

Michael J. Nasi

Jackson Walker LLP
Austin, TX

Tom Oney

Lower Colorado River Authority
Austin, TX

Jillian Piccione

Rowan Digital Infrastructure
Denver, CO

Katherine C. Piper

Calpine Corporation
Houston, TX

Michele Richmond

Texas Competitive Power Advocates
Austin, TX

Scott Rothenberg

Law Offices of Scott Rothenberg
Bellaire, TX

Carolyn E. Shellman

Butler Snow LLP
Austin, TX

Heather Waters

Jackson Walker LLP
Houston, TX

Alaina Zermeno

Husch Blackwell LLP
Austin, TX

Planning Committee

Chris Reeder—Chair

Husch Blackwell LLP
Austin, TX

John K. Arnold

Troutman Pepper Locke
Houston, TX

Craig R. Enochs

Reed Smith LLP
Houston, TX

Meghan E. Griffiths

Jackson Walker LLP
Austin, TX

Monica Hwang

White & Case LLP
Houston, TX

Diana M. Liebmann

Haynes Boone, LLP
San Antonio, TX

Jesse S. Lotay

Jackson Walker LLP
Houston, TX

April Rogers

The University of Texas School of Law
Austin, TX

Carolyn E. Shellman

Butler Snow LLP
Austin, TX

MCLE Credit

Texas – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics
Legal Specialization(s): Administrative Law, Oil, Gas and Mineral Law, Real Estate Law

You may claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the State Bar of Texas. A Certificate of Attendance will be provided in Your Briefcase for your records. The system reports Texas CLE credit every Tuesday. If you are claiming credit in the last week of your birth month, self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of Texas at texasbar.com, using the course number provided on your certificate of attendance.

California – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE is required to provide the State Bar with electronic attendance records for any MCLE participatory activity within 60 days of completion of the activity. The California licensee is responsible for reporting their compliance/credit hours earned to the State Bar at the end of their reporting period directly to the State Bar of California at calbar.ca.gov UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

Louisiana – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

At the completion of the conference you must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Supreme Court of Louisiana Continuing Legal Education Committee within 30 days after the conference.

Oklahoma – 9.00 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, then you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Oklahoma Bar Association within 30 days after the conference.

Pennsylvania – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

UT Law CLE is an approved provider of Pennsylvania credit, sponsor #236. You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. Attorney attendance will be reported to Pennsylvania within 2 weeks after credit is claimed and submit. Attorneys are not able to report this credit on their own, and UT Law CLE pays all associated fees for the credit hours. Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

Other States – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

Note on Self-Reporting Your Credits in Another State

If you wish to satisfy MCLE or other professional education requirements in another state for a program offered by the University of Texas School of Law, please check with the state bar or other licensing authority in that state to ensure it will qualify for self-reporting your credits.

You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records and to provided to other licensing authorities as needed.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other Credit

TX Accounting CPE – 9.00 hrs

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #250) live conferences are presumptively approved by The Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for Texas Accounting CPE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Approved for general CPE credit only.

At the conference, you are welcome to sign in on the Accounting CPE Record of Attendance form at the registration desk, but we are now reporting all credit online. You will receive a Texas Accounting Certificate of Completion in Your Briefcase. Self-report your CPE credit directly to TSBPA. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

MCLE Credit

Texas – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics
Legal Specialization(s): Administrative Law, Oil, Gas and Mineral Law, Real Estate Law

You may claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the State Bar of Texas. A Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you upon claiming credit. The system reports Texas CLE credit every Tuesday. If you are claiming credit in the last week of your birth month, self-report your CLE credit directly to the State Bar of Texas at texasbar.com, using the course number provided on your certificate of attendance.

California – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

To claim California MCLE credit, California credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.
You must claim your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE is required to provide the State Bar with electronic attendance records for any MCLE participatory activity within 60 days of completion of the activity. The California licensee is responsible for reporting their compliance/credit hours earned to the State Bar at the end of their reporting period directly to the State Bar of California at calbar.ca.gov. UT Law CLE will maintain Attendance Records for four years.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Louisiana – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

To claim Louisiana MCLE credit, Louisiana credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

At the completion of the conference you must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, and will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Supreme Court of Louisiana Continuing Legal Education Committee within 30 days after the conference.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Oklahoma – 9.00 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

To claim Oklahoma MCLE credit, Oklahoma credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #169) live webcast presentations meet the requirements and are presumptively approved by the Oklahoma Bar Association for MCLE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Upon claiming credit, a Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. UT Law CLE will report credit on your behalf to the Oklahoma Bar Association within 30 days after the webcast.

Pennsylvania – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

To claim Pennsylvania MCLE credit, Pennsylvania credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. Verification pop-ups will NOT display when the webcast video player is in "full screen" mode. Furthermore, the notification sound effect alerting pop-ups, will NOT play on mobile devices. We recommend viewing from a computer, as opposed to a mobile device, should MCLE credit, other than Texas, be needed. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

UT Law CLE is an approved provider of Pennsylvania credit, sponsor #236. Attorney attendance will be reported to Pennsylvania within 2 weeks after credit is claimed and submitted. Attorneys are not able to report this credit on their own, and UT Law CLE pays all associated fees for the credit hours. Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other States – 7.50 hrs | 1.00 hrs Ethics

Note on Self-Reporting Your Credits in Another State

To claim Other States MCLE credit, Other States credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. You must claim and certify your credit online in Your Briefcase, you will then be provided a Certificate of Attendance for your records and to provide to other licensing authorities as needed.

This accreditation requires attendance verification. UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

MCLE credit is presented based on a 60-minute credit hour.

Other Credit

TX Accounting CPE – 9.00 hrs

The University of Texas School of Law (Provider #250) live webcast presentations meet the requirements and are presumptively approved by the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy for Texas Accounting CPE credit based on a 50-minute credit hour. Approved for general CPE credit only.

This accreditation requires attendance verification. In compliance with the rules, UT Law CLE monitors and records attendee responses to questions that randomly appear during the live webcast presentation. The response record is detailed on the Certificate of Completion.

To claim Texas Accounting CPE credit, the Texas Accounting CPE credit option must be selected PRIOR to viewing the live webcast. Upon claiming credit, a Certificate of Completion will be emailed to you. Self-report your CPE credit directly to the Texas State Board of Public Accountancy.

Contact us at accreditation@utcle.org if you have additional questions.

Key Dates

Houston – Oct 14, 2025 – The Whitehall Hotel

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Live Webcast – Oct 14, 2025

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Individual
Last day for $495.00 Regular pricing: Oct 1, 2025
$595.00 for registrations received after this time

In-House Counsel
Last day for $325.00 Regular pricing: Oct 1, 2025
$425.00 for registrations received after this time

Group (5 registrants minimum)
Last day for $445.00 Regular pricing: Oct 1, 2025
$535.00 for registrations received after this time

Group (10 registrants minimum)
Last day for $395.00 Regular pricing: Oct 1, 2025
$475.00 for registrations received after this time

Cancellation Policy
Last day for full refund cancellation: Oct 7, 2025
$50 processing fee applied after this date
Last day for cancellation: Oct 8, 2025

Individual
$595.00

In-House Counsel
$425.00

Group (5 registrants minimum)
$535.00

Group (10 registrants minimum)
$475.00

Add-on (in-person registration required)
$100.00

Cancellation Policy
Last day for full refund cancellation: Oct 7, 2025
$50 processing fee applied after this date
Last day for cancellation: Oct 8, 2025

Venue

The Whitehall Hotel

1700 Smith Street
Houston, TX 77002
713-739-8800
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Accommodations

A limited number of rooms have been reserved at a special rate of $155 per night. Our special room rate is available until October 2, or until the room block is exhausted, whichever comes first. Click here to book your room online.

Parking Information

Daily Valet Parking: $15
Overnight Valet Parking: $25

Our Sponsors

Thank you to our sponsors! Click each logo below to learn more.

Butler Snow LLP

Butler Snow LLP
butlersnow.com

Butler Snow LLP is a full-service law firm with more than 400 attorneys and advisors collaborating across a network of 26 offices throughout the United States and in London. The firm serves clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to emerging start-ups across various industries. Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to delivering value, Butler Snow is a recognized leader in Alternative Fee Arrangements, helping clients achieve efficiency and predictability in their legal spend. Throughout its history, the firm has been consistently recognized for its unique approach to the practice of law and its emphasis on client service. In 2025, BTI Consulting Group recognized Butler Snow in its “Most Recommended Law Firms” report — an honor based solely on unprompted, peer-to-peer recommendations from corporate counsel. The firm was also recognized among BTI’s “Nationally Distinguished” law firms for client service excellence. Butler Snow is also a long-time member of Lex Mundi, the world’s leading network of independent law firms. For more information, visit www.butlersnow.com or follow the firm on X (Twitter) @Butler_Snow.
Husch Blackwell LLP
Husch Blackwell LLP
huschblackwell.com
With 900+ attorneys spanning 22 cities nationwide, Husch Blackwell provides counsel to national and global leaders in major industries across the United States. We have built our law firm around one idea: to lead our clients from where they are to where they want to be. Our clients demand the highest level of legal services, customized to fit their specific needs. To deliver these services efficiently and effectively, Husch Blackwell is structured by industry rather than by practice. Our Energy & Natural Resources industry unit includes more than 60 attorneys who devote their practice to guiding multinational energy companies through the complex business and regulatory issues facing today’s energy companies.
Our guidance to clients in the energy and natural resources sector includes:

Facility development and construction

Mergers and acquisitions

Project finance

Power markets

Permitting and regulation

Safety and health
Jackson Walker

Jackson Walker
jw.com

Founded more than 135 years ago, Jackson Walker has played a vital role in the growth and development of business in Texas and around the world. With more than 500 attorneys across six Texas offices, the Firm represents Fortune 500 companies, multinational corporations, major financial institutions, insurance companies, and a wide range of public companies and private businesses. The Firm is ranked nationally in 26 practice areas in the U.S. News' "Best Law Firms" rankings, has 23 Chambers-ranked practices, and has more attorneys ranked by Best Lawyers than any other firm in Texas.
Troutman Pepper Locke

Troutman Pepper Locke
troutman.com

Troutman Pepper Locke offers a solution-oriented, execution-driven, and nationally recognized team of 220+ energy lawyers representing clients on their most important and complex matters throughout the United States. Whether clients are seeking advice regarding electric power, oil and gas, or emerging technologies, our cross-discipline team is equipped to handle any related matters, drawing on the depth of our knowledge in the market. Our clients are predominantly electric utilities, independent power producers, banks, upstream and midstream companies and service companies, private equity funds, and other large corporations.

Gas and Power Institute

Overview

Event Schedule

Tuesday Morning, Oct. 14, 2025

Tuesday Afternoon, Oct. 14, 2025

Conference Faculty

Planning Committee

Credit Info

MCLE Credit

Other Credit

MCLE Credit

Other Credit

Key Dates

Venue

The Whitehall Hotel

Accommodations

Parking Information

Our Sponsors

Butler Snow LLP

Husch Blackwell LLP

Jackson Walker

Troutman Pepper Locke

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