2009 PES General Meeting 26­30 July 2009 Calgary Telus Convention Centre Calgary (Alberta) Canada Introduction The Power & Energy Society is pleased to announce that its 2009 General Meeting is scheduled for July 26‐30, 2009 at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The conference, with its theme “Investment in Workforce and Innovation for Power Systems”, will provide an international forum to address policy, infrastructure and workforce issues. We invite our colleagues from around the world to join us in Calgary for this memorable industry meeting. During the meeting you will have the opportunity to participate in many high‐quality technical sessions and tours, committee meetings, networking opportunities and more. There will also be special student events and entertaining companion activities planned throughout the week. Schedule Overview Student Program Calgary Welcome Reception Weather Companion/Leisure Activities Currency PLAINTALK: Power Systems Courses Tourism Opportunities for Non‐Power Engineers Conference Location and Hotels Transportation From the Airport Registration Customs/ Entry into Canada Registration Categories PES Members Meeting REGISTRATION FEES (all fees stated in US Dollars) Plenary Session Attendee Breakfasts Awards Presenter Breakfasts Technical Program Conference Proceedings Poster Session Paper Market Committee Meetings Audio‐Visual Presentation Needs Tutorials Presenters Preparation Room Technical Tours Message Center Calgary Energy Center Professional Development Hours TransAlta Hydro Facilities on Bow Attire River PES and IEEE Booths and Tables Corporate Support Opportunities Schedule Overview Note: A limited number of sessions and events (in particular, some committee meeting) may fall outside this schedule. Day Time Event/Sessions Sunday All Day Registration/Information; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Companion Tour (Calgary City and Canada Olympic Park Tour) 6-9 p.m. Opening Reception (Heritage Park Historical Village ) Monday All Day Registration/Information Morning Attendee and Presenter Breakfasts; Companion Breakfast Joint Technical /Companion Tour (Wind Farm & Head Smashed in Buffalo 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Jump) 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Companion Tour (Calgary City and Canada Olympic Park Tour) 8-9AM PES Members Meeting 9-11AM Plenary Session 11AM thru PM Committee Meetings 1:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Companion Tour (Calgary City - Afternoon with the Artist) 1-5PM Technical Sessions Poster Session, Student Poster Contest, Fellows Reception, Candidates Meet- 5-7PM and-Greet (co-located) Tuesday All Day Registration/Information; Morning Attendee and Presenter Breakfasts; Companion Breakfast 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Companion Tour (Banff & Canadian Rockies) 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Technical Tour (Calgary Energy Centre) AM Committee Meetings, Technical Sessions 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Companion Tour (Calgary City - Historical Walking Tour) 9:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m. Companion Tour (Calgary City - Callebaut Chocolate) 12:00-2:00 p.m. Awards Luncheon 12:30 p.m-5:30 p.m. Technical Tour (Bow River Hydro Facilities) PM Committee Meetings, Technical Sessions Wednesday All Day Registration/Information AM Attendee and Presenter Breakfasts; Companion Breakfast 8:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Companion Tour (Drumheller Dinosaur & Winery) 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Technical Tour (Calgary Energy Centre) AM Committee Meetings, Technical Sessions 12-2PM Student/Industry/Faculty Luncheon and Job Fair 12:30 p.m-5:30 p.m. Technical Tour (Bow River Hydro Facilities) 1:00 p.m.-4:30 a.m. Companion Tour (Calgary City - Big Rock Breweries) PM Committee Meetings, Technical Sessions, Technical Tour 6:30-11PM Wednesday Evening Dinner Theatre (Optional) Thursday AM Attendee and Presenter Breakfasts; Companion Breakfast AM Committee Meetings, Technical Sessions PM Committee Meetings, Technical Sessions Calgary Nearly five million people from across Canada and around the world visit Calgary every year. The city is nestled in the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains in the heart of the Canadian oil patch. An hour’s drive to the west is Banff National Park, which boasts spectacular hiking trails, magnificent wildlife and world‐class ski hills. To the east of Calgary are the badlands and Dinosaur Provincial Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its abundance of dinosaur fossils. To the south of Calgary is the Bar U Ranch National Historic Site, which commemorates the history and importance of ranching in Canada. Southern Alberta has a rich aboriginal past and the region’s stunning scenery makes it a popular filming location for the movie industry. Calgary is a thriving business centre and the head‐office location for many major corporations. Some of the world’s largest energy companies have a significant presence in Calgary. The city is home to most of Canada’s oil and gas production companies, pipeline operators, oilfield service and drilling companies, and energy‐related engineering and consulting firms. Calgary has also seen phenomenal growth in other industries including manufacturing, transportation, banking and technology. The city is home to the largest number of technology start‐up companies in Canada. It is a major transportation hub for road, rail and air traffic. While the annual Calgary Stampede made the city famous, Calgary also has a reputation for being a vibrant centre for the performing arts such as live music and theatre. The city is home to two protected natural areas: Fish Creek Provincial Park and Nose Hill Park. Calgary has more than 500 km of continuous walking and biking paths, the most extensive network of any major city in North America. From farmers markets to shopping malls, museums and zoos to skateboarding parks, Calgary offers something for every visitor and is a truly unforgettable destination. Weather July is summer in Calgary. Average daytime temperatures are from 20° ‐ 22° C (68° ‐ 72° degrees F). The weather in Calgary can be very changeable, so you might encounter lower or higher temperatures as well as wet and dry days. We recommend that you bring a variety of clothing, including a sweater and a raincoat (although it is less likely you will need a raincoat). Remember, Calgary is near the Canadian Rockies, so snow is even possible in July, but does not happen very often. Currency The unit of currency in Canada is the Canadian dollar. A complete description of the currency can be found on the Calgary Tourism site under General Information & Services. To determine the cost of your stay in Canada in your home currency, you may wish to use an online currency converter. You will find a listing of many different ones on the web. Tourism Opportunities There will be a wide choice of planned and impromptu activities for attendees and companions. You will be able to select from tours and activities of many types. Please see the Companion Tours and visit Tourism Calgary’s web site (http://www.tourismcalgary.com/visitors/home.htm) for suggested itineraries in Calgary. Calgary is located on the footsteps of the Canadian Rockies, one of most beautiful places in Canada and the world. There are numerous activates and places to enjoy in the Rockies including visiting Banff and Lake Louise. More information on these activities can be found on at Travel Alberta’s web‐site, Park’s Canada’s web‐site, and Banff‐Lake Louise Tourism’s web‐ site. http://www.banfflakelouise.com/ http://www1.travelalberta.com/en‐rockies/?CFID=26920834&CFTOKEN=49611137 http://www.banfflakelouise.com/ Transportation From the Airport Taxi, seddans and shuttles are readily available. Taxi Fares are based on meter rates and the approximate fare to Downtown Calgary is between $27 to $30 under normal conditions. Airport Sedans are available on‐demand on the arrivals level curb, adjacent to our taxi stands. The fare for sedans to downtown Calgary is $40. http://www.yyc.com/st/airport_guide/ground_transportation/ground_transportation.htm Conference Location and Hotels The General Meeting will be held in the Calgary Telus Convention Centre as well as the conference hotels. Conference registration and all meeting sessions will be held there on Monday through Thursday. The conference hotels are 1. Hyatt Regency Calgary 2. Calgary Marriott 3. The Fairmont Palliser (Calgary) Reserve Your Room Now for the PES 2009 General Meeting! The IEEE Power & Energy Society would like to request your assistance and support of the 2009 General Meeting by booking your accommodations exclusively at the conference hotels outlined below. While it is often possible to secure less expensive room rates at other hotels outside the contracted room block, in reality this impacts our ability to maintain reasonable registration fees and other associated costs for the conference. Equally important is our ability to determine actual needs for future planning. If we don’t fill our block, IEEE PES is exposed to paying penalty attrition fees, which may impact membership and conference costs in the future. Your loyalty and co‐operation are greatly appreciated. It is suggested that you verify any specifics that are important to you by checking directly with the hotel or visiting their web sites. Hyatt Regency Calgary 700 Centre Street SE Attached to the Calgary Telus Convention Centre, the 355‐room Hyatt Regency Calgary is one of three host hotels for the General Meeting. Standard accommodations feature one or two beds with triple sheets, plush pillows and down blankets in a spacious 400 sq. ft. room. Each room has a laptop safe, generous workstation and high‐speed wired and wireless