The Grid Explained

CAFES

The future of the Ontario grid. What is it? What does it mean to me? The mysteries explained.

5670 Carp Rd

We invite you to join us in a Community Education Workshop for the community as a whole where we dive deep into the mysteries of our power grid. Join us for presentations and a panel of experts as we explore what it is, how it works and how it is evolving.EVENT OBJECTIVE: Public education &amp; community engagement on coming changes to Ontario electricity grid PROGRAM6:15 Doors open6:30-7:00 Snacks and Welcome from Councillor Clarke Kelly7:00 to 7: 50 Presentations by a panel of experts (see bios below)-1- Dr. Henry Schriemer, University of Ottawa, Electrical EngineeringTopic: Introduction to the Grid and grid evolution; role of the Independent Electricity Systems Operator (IESO)-2- Trevor Freeman, Hydro OttawaTopic: Grid innovation, stability and resiliency-3- Dr. Jocelyn Zuliani, Hatch EngineeringTopic: Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), peak load, energy resiliency and safety standards-4- Deputy Chief Nathan Adams, Ottawa Fire ServicesTopic: Emergency Response, the grid and BESS 7:50 - 8:10 Questions and Answers8:10 - 8:40 Community Break Out GroupsWhat should effective local grid energy project consultations look like?8:40 - 8:55 Key Suggestions from Community (rapporteurs)8:55 - 9:00 Wrap up - Councillor Clarke Kelly FREE -- ALL WELCOMEThis is a public event and will be recorded by videoOrganized by CAFES (Community Associations for Environmental Sustainability)

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