The Transmission & Distribution Summit offers a unique format for solution providers to gain access to the leading T&D executives across North America. Over three days, solution providers will meet and interact with senior T&D executives through a number of one-on-one business meetings and many organized networking activities. In addition, solution providers will attend strategic summit sessions led by thought leaders from across t...

Benefits With the United States having an estimated 100 year's worth of undeveloped gas reserves, the exploration for and the extraction of natural gas from shale formations throughout the United States have taken the forefront in the oil and gas industry, but not without some controversy. There is great controversy and concern over the methods and chemicals used to extract gas from shale formations, especially the use of hydraulic fracturing....

Controlling costs directly impacts your project profitability and those controls must be in place right from the start in order to maximize positive bottom-line impact. Whether your project management process needs fine-tuning or a complete re-evaluation, you will find practical ideas and information on how to better anticipate, manage and ultimately control your project costs: Why make a profit? Essentials of project cost control Elements of...

Benefits Save money by avoiding costly mistakes in storm water management. From recent enforcement to changing permitting standards, failing to stay on top of current issues related to storm water regulation is risky. In this seminar, you will get answers to all your questions, such as: What new case and policy decisions impact my practices? What are the latest trends in the water quality arena? Here is your chance to learn - in just one day -...

Benefits NIMBYISM or 'not in my backyard' is a phenomenon that occurs when a vocal minority comes together to form an opposition group against proposed developments that are brought to their area. Whether a project is large or small, no project is immune to NIMBY-type opposition. Unfortunately, all too often, public opposition to projects can often have distressing results to developers in the form of costly delays or even the cancellation of...

Benefits This live audio conference will describe the major elements and issues under the 1996 Federal cell tower zoning statute, including the FCC's 2009 shot clock rule setting 90/150 day deadlines to act on zoning applications, the pending FCC Notice of Inquiry on cell tower zoning, the major federal zoning cases involving cellular towers and practice pointers on how municipalities can successfully handle cell tower zoning cases. You will g...

Benefits With the United States having an estimated 100 year's worth of undeveloped gas reserves, the exploration for and the extraction of natural gas from shale formations throughout the United States have taken the forefront in the oil and gas industry, but not without some controversy. There is great controversy and concern over the methods and chemicals used to extract gas from shale formations, especially the use of hydraulic fracturing....

Sustainment in a Volatile Environment 2012 Virginia Hazardous Materials Conference & Expo October 15-19, 2012 The Virginia Association of Hazardous Materials Response Specialists (VAHMRS), in conjunction with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), is proud to announce the 29th Annual Virginia Hazardous Materials Conference and Expo to be held October 15-19, 2012 at the Hampton Roads Convention Center and Embassy Suites Ho...

Join Navy's Task Force Energy and NDIA as we host the 2012 Naval Energy Forum. The theme for this year is "Art of the Long View: From Easter Island to the Spratlys," highlighting the importance of using energy in a judicious manner to enhance combat capability today and ensure availability of resources for future generations. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus, and other top Navy and Marine Corps leaders will be on hand to highlight progress towa...

The Power Plant Management Summit will highlight the current challenges and opportunities through visionary conference sessions and keynote presentations delivered by your most esteemed peers and thought leaders from America's leading corporations. The one-on-one meetings with leading solution providers will offer vast expertise in the area power generation. All this, seamlessly integrated with informal networking opportunities over three days...