EEI 2021: The Road to Net Zero

This virtual conference will take place on June 8-10, 2021. At this event, Edison Electric Institute (EEI) is bringing together the nation’s foremost thought leaders, industry executives, and policymakers for two days of conversation around the transition to clean energy and the road to net-zero carbon emissions. This conference will provide key insights into what this pivotal moment of change means for the electric industry and its customers.

Delegates will be able to tailor their own educational experience around four separate educational tracks designed to create world-class learning opportunities focusing on:

-Clean Energy
-Customer Experience
-Smarter Infrastructure
-Whats Next

It is never too late to go back to school, and this event will assemble top experts for a short course on industry fundamentals to kick off EEI 2021. Begin the day with an Electricity 101 overview, and then select from six specific topics covering the industry’s foundations, ranging from clean energy to cybersecurity. If you’re hungry for more, our Ask the Experts networking rooms offer live, face-to-face interaction. Instruction materials will be available, and all content will be archived and available for 30 days post-event.

Pre-Conference Workshop

Electricity 101: The Industry Overview – Behind the light switch or laptop we casually turn on every day is one of the world’s most complex enterprises. In this introductory overview, EEI Executive Vice President Phil Moeller provides a guided tour of the electric power industry and its public policy agenda, which sets the stage for the rest of the day. Pre-Conference Day included with full member or non-member registration or purchase pre-con day only for $50.

Industry Basics

Six industry “short courses” offer a compact core curriculum that will help deepen your understanding of the U.S. electric power industry. Perfect for newcomers or anyone wanting to simply brush up their knowledge, these sessions will give you a solid foundation covering all the industry’s top issues. Watch live and network with your peers in between sessions or watch on-demand at your leisure. Industry Basics Sessions include Clean Energy, Cybersecurity, Electric Industry Finance, Electric Transportation, Utility Regulation, and ESG.

EEI 2021 will take an in-depth look at the major technology and policy milestones on the road to net zero. The closing keynote session on June 10 at 3:10 p.m. ET will begin with a special message on the urgency of the clean energy transition from Breakthrough Energy Founder Bill Gates, followed by a conversation between Breakthrough Energy EVP Mike Boots and incoming EEI Chairman Gerry Anderson. EEI 2021 concludes with American Electric Power CEO Nick Akins interviewing the powerful Democratic chairman of the Senate Energy Committee, Joe Manchin of West Virginia.

Keynote Speakers

Nicholas Akins, American Electric Power
Gerry Anderson, DTE Energy
Warner Baxter, Ameren
John Bear, MISO
Mike Boots, Breakthrough Energy
Ben Fowke, Xcel Energy
Eric H. Holder, Jr., Covington & Burling LLP
Lisa Jackson, Apple
Joe Manchin, U.S. Senate
Pedro Pizarro, Edison International
Barbara Sugg, Southwest Power Pool
Humayun Tai, McKinsey & Company
Sean Trauschke, OGE Energy Corp.
Pat Vincent-Collawn, PNM Resources
Chris Womack, Georgia Power

Speakers

Linda Apsey, ITC Holdings
Austin Brown, White House CEQ
Carlos Brown, Dominion Energy
Gladys Brown Detrieuille, Pennsylvania PUC
Marisa Buchanan, JPMorgan Chase & Co
Calvin Butler, Exelon Utilities
Steve Chriss, Walmart
Armond Cohen, Clean Air Task Force
John Colella, Moelis & Company
Mark Crosswhite, Alabama Power Company
Phil Dion, American Electric Power
Bruce Edelston, Energy Policy Group
James Ellis, Seven States Power Corporation
Tom Fanning, Southern Company
Bill Fehrman, Berkshire Hathaway Energy
Emily Sanford Fisher, Edison Electric Institute
Caroline Golin, Google
Rob Gramlich, Grid Strategies LLC
Jim Hempstead, Moody’s Investors Services
Casey Herman, PwC
Eric Holdsworth, Edison Electric Institute
Jesse Jenkins, Princeton University
Rebecca Katz, Georgetown University Medical Center
Jeffrey Kotkin, Eversource Energy
Tom Kuhn, Edison Electric Institute
Jeff Lyng, Xcel Energy
Arshad Mansoor, Electric Power Research Institute
Christine Martin, PPL
Phil Moeller, Edison Electric Institute
Kim O’Guinn, Arkansas Public Service Commission
Kevin Perkins, Exelon Corporation
Rich Powell, ClearPath and ClearPath Action
Brandon Presley, Mississippi Public Service Commission
Ann Rendahl, Washington Utilities and Transportation Commission
Sandra Safro, K&L Gates
Kevin Sagara, Sempra Energy
Kellen Shefter, Edison Electric Institute
Eric Silagy, Florida Power & Light Company
Gary Smith, PowerSouth Energy Cooperative
Vince Sorgi, PPL Corporation
Brian Wolff, Edison Electric Institute

Build Your Own Agenda

Customize your conference experience at EEI 2021 by searching Pre-Conference, Track, and General Session content with the flexibility of on-demand viewing for 30 days post-event.

June 8, 2021
Electricity 101: Industry Overview
1:00 PM-2:00 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
Industry Basics – Climate Change
2:00 PM-2:30 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
Industry Basics – Cybersecurity
2:00 PM-2:30 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
Visit the Innovation Zone
2:30 PM-3:15 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
Industry Basics – Electric Transportation
3:15 PM-3:45 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
Industry Basics – Electric Industry Finance
3:15 PM-3:45 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
Industry Basics – ESG
3:50 PM-4:20 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
Industry Basics – Utility Regulation
3:50 PM-4:20 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
Visit the Innovation Zone
4:20 PM-5:00 PM ET
Pre-Con Workshop
June 9, 2021
Welcome and Opening General Session – CEO Leadership Roundtable
12:30 PM-1:40 PM ET
General Session
Corporate Customer Partnerships
1:45 PM-2:15 PM ET
Customer Experience
Building the Energy Grid of Tomorrow
1:45 PM-2:15 PM ET
Smarter Infrastructure
Realizing the Promise of Environmental Justice
1:45 PM-2:15 PM ET
What’s Next
Breakout Wrap-up
2:15 PM-2:35 PM ET
Chasing a Net Zero Carbon Future
2:40 PM-3:10 PM ET
Clean Energy
Fleet Electrification: Planning at Scale
2:40 PM-3:10 PM ET
Customer Experience
What’s Next for ESG?
2:40 PM-3:10 PM ET
What’s Next
Breakout Wrap-up
3:10 PM-3:30 PM ET
Is Hydrogen the Miracle Fuel?
3:35 PM-4:05 PM ET
Clean Energy
Preparing For The Next Pandemic
3:35 PM-4:05 PM ET
Smarter Infrastructure
Black Sky: The Role of States in Preparedness, Response and Resilience
3:35 PM-4:05 PM ET
What’s Next
Breakout Wrap-up
4:05 PM-4:25 PM ET
General Session – Lessons From the Big February Freeze
4:30 PM-5:20 PM ET
General Session
Post Keynote Networking
5:20 PM-6:00 PM ET
Networking
June 10, 2021
General Session – Unleashing the Power of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
12:30 PM-1:20 PM ET
General Session
EEI Spotlight on DEI: Measuring Our Progress in Meeting Industry DEI Goals
1:20 PM-2:05 PM ET
The Carbon-Free Technology Initiative
2:10 PM-2:40 PM ET
Clean Energy
Bridging the Nation’s Broadband Gap
2:10 PM-2:40 PM ET
Customer Experience
A Sprint To Secure The Grid
2:10 PM-2:40 PM ET
Smarter Infrastructure
Networking on Cybersecurity
2:40 PM-3:10 PM ET
Networking
Closing General Session – Conversations on Clean Energy
3:10 PM-4:25 PM ET
General Session
Post Keynote Networking
4:30 PM-5:00 PM ET

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How will I access EEI 2021: The Road To Net Zero?

All registered attendees will receive an email containing the link to connect to the virtual platform. The Join Now button you receive in your email will take you to the live event beginning at 12:30 p.m. ET on June 8.

I registered but did not receive a link?

You will receive an email with a link to connect to the virtual platform on June 7. You can also find the link by clicking Already Registered above to view your confirmation (you will need your confirmation number).

What are the browser requirements for accessing EEI 2021: The Road To Net Zero?

Google Chrome is recommended to view the virtual event. The virtual event is not supported using Internet Explorer. You do not need to install any software to watch videos or participate in The Road To Net Zero. To ensure the best experience, you may need to disconnect from any VPN prior to connecting to the virtual platform.

Can I attend EEI 2021: The Road To Net Zero on a smartphone or tablet?

You can access the virtual event on any device (desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone) that uses the most current version of Chrome, Safari, Firefox or Microsoft Edge. Please note that the live Q&A functionality is not supported on a mobile or tablet device.

Why don’t I see the navigation bar when I log into the platform?

Depending on your computer settings, you may need to zoom out to see the navigation bar. If you’re using a mobile device, you will click the 3 bars in the upper right corner to get to the navigation menu.

Is there an option for speaker Q&A during a session?

You will have the opportunity to ask questions as well as engage with fellow attendees during the breakout sessions. The Q&A chat window will appear when you select your breakout session. You can also minimize the window by clicking the X on the chat window. Please note that this feature is only available during the breakout sessions.

How do I participate in the Ask the Expert Networking?

Please consult the agenda for the networking opportunities available during the conference. Networking will occur in the Innovation Zone section of the platform at selected times on industry specific subjects. Note that the actual networking occurs through a Zoom link that you will access by clicking the desired subject matter. You have the option of having your camera on or off but please turn your camera on when asking questions. Learn more about the Innovation Zone and networking schedule.

In what time zone will the event be hosted?

Virtual sessions will occur in the U.S., Eastern Time Zone.

Will there be concurrent sessions during the virtual meeting?

Yes. Some sessions will run concurrently. Sessions are archived at 6:00 pm EDT on the day of the live viewing and will remain available 30 days after the conclusion of the virtual event so participants can access all available presentations.

Will session recordings be available after the live broadcast?

Yes. Sessions are archived at 6:00 pm EDT on the day of the live viewing on EEI 2021: The Road To Net Zero site. They will remain available to attendees 30 days after the conclusion of the virtual event.

Can I still register after the event begins?

Yes! Click the register now button above and complete the registration form. You will receive a meeting confirmation by email with a link to the virtual event platform. The email will also contain the information you will need to log-in.

What if I am having issues logging in to the site?

Please make sure you are using the email address you registered with to log in. As with any virtual experience, if you are having technical difficulties, we recommend disconnecting from your VPN.

What if I have other (non-registration) technical difficulties during EEI 2021: The Road To Net Zero (June 8-10)?

Please contact support@eei-events.zendesk.com

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