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2023 Gas and Power eConference

Contains material from Nov 2021 to Dec 2023

2023 Gas and Power eConference
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The 2023 Gas and Power Institute, is a 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.

Includes: Video Audio Paper Slides

  • Total Credit Hours:
  • 7.50 | 1.00 ethics
  • Credit Info
  • TX, CA, PA
  • Specialization: Administrative Law | Oil, Gas and Mineral Law | Property Owners Association Law | Real Estate Law
  • TX MCLE credit expires: 11/30/2025

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1. State Regulatory and Legislative Update (Dec 2023)

R. Dakota Parish

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Session 1 —31 mins
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State Regulatory and Legislative Update (Dec 2023)

A discussion of recent legislation passed during the 88th Texas Legislature’s regular session related to the PUCT, ERCOT and the RRC, as well as recent regulations and rule additions at the PUCT and the RRC and their affect on the energy market going forward.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

R. Dakota Parish, Husch Blackwell LLP - Austin, TX

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2. Legislative Review Panel (Dec 2023)

Chris Reeder, John K. Arnold, Phillip G. Oldham, Michele Richmond

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Session 2 —49 mins
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Legislative Review Panel (Dec 2023)

Highlights of the 88th Legislative Session and recent judicial and administrative decisions affecting the Texas gas and electric industries.    

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Chris Reeder, Husch Blackwell LLP - Austin, TX
John K. Arnold, Locke Lord LLP - Houston, TX
Phillip G. Oldham, O'Melveny & Myers LLP - Austin, TX
Michele Richmond, Texas Competitive Power Advocates - Austin, TX

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3. Force Majeure and NAESB (Dec 2023)

Craig R. Enochs

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Session 3 —28 mins
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Force Majeure and NAESB (Dec 2023)

Force majeure continues to bedevil gas contracts and parties interpretation of their obligations when things go wrong. Discuss recent force majeure cases relating to the NAESB and some NAESB special provisions that appear in some NAESBs addressing perceived risks in the standard NAESB force majeure provisions.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Craig R. Enochs, Reed Smith LLP - Houston, TX

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4. EPA’s Latest Grid-Impacting Regulations (Dec 2023)

Michael J. Nasi

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Session 4 —30 mins
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EPA’s Latest Grid-Impacting Regulations (Dec 2023)

An overview of the suite of the pending EPA regulations most likely to impact the grid, including a discussion of the new regulation of carbon dioxide emissions from new and existing power plants.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Michael J. Nasi, Jackson Walker LLP - Austin, TX

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5. Practical and Policy Implications of ERCOT’s New Large Load Interconnection Process (Dec 2023)

Meghan Elaine Griffiths, Jeff Billo, Clayton Greer, Brian Lloyd

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Session 5 —48 mins
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Practical and Policy Implications of ERCOT’s New Large Load Interconnection Process (Dec 2023)

In March 2022, ERCOT instituted a new large load interconnection process that impacts both crypto-miners and traditional large loads. Hear an overview of the updated regulatory requirements and policy implications of the new processes, as well as an overview of ERCOT market matters impacting large flexible loads.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Meghan Elaine Griffiths, Jackson Walker LLP - Austin, TX
Jeff Billo, Electric Reliability Council of Texas, Inc. - Taylor, TX
Clayton Greer, Cholla Energy, LLC - Dallas, TX
Brian Lloyd, Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC - Dallas, TX

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6. Keynote Presentation (Dec 2023)

Jimmy Glotfelty

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Session 6 —30 mins
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Keynote Presentation (Dec 2023)

Presented By: Commissioner Jimmy Glotfelty, Public Utility Commission of Texas

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Jimmy Glotfelty, Public Utility Commission of Texas - Houston, TX

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7. Case Law Updates in the Energy Industry  (Dec 2023)

Justin S. Davenport, Caileen "Kat" Gamache

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Session 7 —31 mins
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Case Law Updates in the Energy Industry  (Dec 2023)

Texas courts are issuing decisions on a wide variety of pressing issues in the gas and power space. Hear about a few of the most hotly discussed cases and analyze the impacts those cases may have on energy transactions.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Justin S. Davenport, Norton Rose Fulbright - San Antonio, TX
Caileen "Kat" Gamache, Norton Rose Fulbright - Houston, TX

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8. Post-Production Cost Deductions from Royalty and Why it Matters to the Midstream Sector (Dec 2023)

Brandon Durrett

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45 mins
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Session 8 —45 mins
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Post-Production Cost Deductions from Royalty and Why it Matters to the Midstream Sector (Dec 2023)

For decades, upstream operators and royalty owners have been locked in a legal arms race over deductibility of post-production costs. Hear a discussion of new Texas case law and how the terms and negotiation of production marketing agreements can affect the deductibility question.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Brandon Durrett, Jackson Walker LLP - San Antonio, TX

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9. How the SPP RTO Exceeded State Renewable Goals and What is Next on the Horizon (Dec 2023)

Paul Suskie

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Session 9 —29 mins
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How the SPP RTO Exceeded State Renewable Goals and What is Next on the Horizon (Dec 2023)

Over the past dozen years, the SPP region’s generating mix has changed significantly with wind replacing coal as the top generating resource.  Learn about the collaborative process between SPP members, state regulators and SPP staff in creating policies to effectuate this transition.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Paul Suskie, Southwest Power Pool - Little Rock, AR

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10. Commercial Issues Emerging in Midstream (Dec 2023)

Jason A. Schumacher

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Session 10 —43 mins
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Commercial Issues Emerging in Midstream (Dec 2023)

Midstream contracts are evolving as upstream and midstream companies are searching for competitive deals and looking for more alignment given the current and future regulatory schemes and the impacts of inflation on capital expenditures. Explore these evolutions and provide some practical guidance on how midstream and upstream companies can meet in the middle in their negotiations.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Jason A. Schumacher, O'Melveny & Meyers - Dallas, TX

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11. ChatGPT Ethics (Dec 2023)

Henson Adams, Dominique Baldwin

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Session 11 —63 mins
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ChatGPT Ethics (Dec 2023)

Topic description generated by ChatGPT: Using ChatGPT for legal purposes promises efficient information processing, yet raises ethical concerns including client confidentiality and the risk of providing inaccurate advice. It is paramount that attorneys ensure adequate supervision, maintain professional discretion, and stay vigilant about the tool's limitations to uphold their ethical obligations.

Originally presented: Oct 2023 Gas and Power Institute

Henson Adams, Haynes Boone, LLP - San Antonio, TX
Dominique Baldwin, Haynes Boone, LLP - Houston, TX

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12. Creative Financing Structures for the Midstream and Electric Power Sectors. (Nov 2021)

Chad M. Smith

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Session 12 —30 mins
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Creative Financing Structures for the Midstream and Electric Power Sectors. (Nov 2021)

An update on emerging financing structures in the midstream and electric power industries, including a discussion on the emergence of sustainability and ESG-linked finance products. 

Originally presented: Oct 2021 Gas and Power Institute

Chad M. Smith, Kirkland & Ellis LLP - Houston, TX