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This exclusive lunchtime workshop offers attendees a unique opportunity to explore the future landscape of energy storage while engaging in meaningful dialogue with industry leaders and peers. Set in an intimate breakout setting, this session combines expert-led presentations with dynamic group discussions, all while enjoying a networking lunch.

Participants will explore market evolution trends, examine technological advancement pathways, and discuss emerging business models that are transforming the industry landscape.

The workshop’s intimate format encourages active participation and facilitates deeper discussions. Attendees will have the chance to engage in small group conversations, participate in focused Q&A sessions with industry experts, and analyze real-world case studies. This collaborative environment enables valuable peer-to-peer knowledge sharing and creates opportunities for meaningful connections.

Due to the interactive nature of this session and to ensure optimal engagement, space is limited. Early registration is recommended to secure your place in this exclusive learning experience.

As battery energy storage systems mature and degrade, augmentation strategies become crucial for maintaining performance and meeting contractual obligations. This panel brings together experienced asset owners and operators to discuss real-world experiences with battery degradation, performance challenges, and augmentation planning. Industry experts will share insights on how degradation patterns have evolved, the economics of augmentation decisions, and strategies for maintaining revenue streams throughout the asset’s lifecycle.

• Performance Tracking & Analysis: Understanding degradation patterns, monitoring tools, and metrics for evaluating when augmentation is needed
• Economic Considerations: Balancing augmentation costs against revenue impacts, warranty considerations, and long-term financial planning
• Technical Solutions: Exploring different augmentation approaches, including module replacement, capacity additions, and system upgrades
• Operational Impact: Managing augmentation projects while maintaining system availability and revenue generation

This technical workshop delivers practical insights into software solutions and system integration within the energy storage sector. Industry experts will guide participants through software implementation complexities and integration challenges through interactive demonstrations and hands-on problem-solving sessions.

The session combines practical demonstrations with real-world applications, allowing participants to engage in problem-solving exercises and small group discussions. Technical specialists will lead demonstrations and remain available for direct consultation throughout the workshop.

Participants will explore software solutions for energy storage systems, integration best practices, system optimization techniques, and strategies for future-proofing their integration approaches. Through collaborative solution development, attendees will gain practical insights while building valuable connections with technical peers.

Early registration is recommended to secure your place in this focused technical session.

The rapid deployment of battery energy storage systems brings heightened focus on safety protocols, incident prevention, and emergency response preparedness. This panel examines critical safety considerations across the entire BESS lifecycle, from design and construction through operations and maintenance. Industry leaders will share insights on evolving safety standards, best practices for thermal runaway prevention, and lessons learned from real-world incidents that have shaped current safety protocols.

• Risk Management: Implementing comprehensive safety protocols, thermal management systems, and early detection mechanisms
• Emergency Response: Developing effective response plans, training programs, and coordination with local first responders
• Regulatory Compliance: Understanding evolving safety standards, certification requirements, and industry best practices
• Incident Prevention: Identifying potential hazards, implementing preventive measures, and maintaining robust safety systems

The Asset Operators Hackathon offers an exclusive forum designed specifically for professionals actively managing energy storage assets. The session opens with an intimate 30-minute fireside chat featuring two leading asset operators who will share their experiences and insights.

Structure:

• A moderated roundtable discussion will follow the fireside chat, focusing on current industry challenges and potential solutions
• Participants will collaboratively identify and document key industry needs and barriers to progress
• The session concludes with action item development, followed by a comprehensive post-event Q&A to ensure continued engagement
• Limited to verified asset operators only to maintain focused, peer-to-peer discussions

This confidential forum creates an environment for open dialogue and meaningful exchange among industry peers, ensuring that participants can freely discuss operational challenges and work together toward practical solutions. The structured format, combined with post-event follow-up, provides lasting value for all attendees while building a stronger network of asset operation professionals.

The complexity of BESS warranty structures and performance guarantees requires careful consideration to ensure long-term asset protection and value preservation. This panel explores the evolving landscape of warranty solutions, performance guarantees, and innovative contracting structures in the energy storage industry. Industry experts will share insights on negotiating comprehensive coverage, understanding warranty terms and conditions, and implementing effective warranty management strategies to optimize asset performance and minimize financial risk.

• Warranty Coverage: Understanding capacity guarantees, performance metrics, and coverage limitations for critical components
• Contract Structures: Evaluating different warranty models, performance guarantees, and risk allocation strategies
• Claims Management: Developing processes for warranty enforcement, documentation requirements, and dispute resolution
• Risk Mitigation: Implementing monitoring systems, maintenance protocols, and operational practices to maintain warranty compliance

This Open Forum explores the critical role of Long-Term Service Agreements (LTSAs) in determining the performance, availability, and profitability of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Drawing from industry expertise, we’ll examine how asset owners can negotiate data-driven, owner-favorable contracts that protect their interests and maximize system value.

• Analysis of common LTSA pitfalls, and essential LTSA components.
• Gain practical insights into structuring future-proof LTSAs that align technical, financial, and operational objectives over the life of their storage assets.
• Be provided with actionable strategies for reducing operational risks and building more equitable partnerships with integrators and service providers.

This dynamic session explores the fundamental differences and similarities between two of North America’s leading energy markets – CAISO and ERCOT. Industry experts will dissect market structures, revenue mechanisms, and operational requirements that shape energy storage deployment in these regions. Participants will gain practical insights into optimizing storage assets across both markets while understanding their unique regulatory landscapes and future trajectories.

• Market-specific revenue streams and optimization strategies across ancillary services and energy arbitrage
• Distinct regulatory frameworks and interconnection processes impacting project development
• Operational requirements and performance standards for storage assets
• Evolution of storage-specific products and emerging value streams in each market
• Regional deployment trends and future growth opportunities