Technical Papers
The technical papers presented in this track will focus on all things equipment, such as controls, bearings, generators, turbines, instrumentation and more. In addition, speakers cover innovative ideas and new technology.

Track Chair:Steve Poteet, Senior Project Manager, HDR

Who Should Attend:
Electrical Engineers, Equipment Manufacturers/Suppliers, Managers of Hydroelectric Assets, Mechanical Engineers, O&M Personnel, Project Owners, Safety Specialists, Technical Staff

Panel Sessions and Technical Papers
Significant changes in the global marketplace are affecting hydropower generation, development and management. Seasoned managers share challenges brought about by market trends, along with lessons learned and new insights to arrive at sound, profitable solutions to asset management challenges.

Track Chair:John Etzel, Deputy Director, Hydroelectric Design Center, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Who Should Attend:
Attorneys, Business Development Specialists, Consultants, Equipment Manufacturers/Suppliers, Financiers/Lenders/Insurers, Generation Managers, Hydroelectric Department Managers (Engineering, Communications, Finance and Human Resources), Managers of Hydroelectric Assets, Project Managers

Panel Sessions
Where do promising new opportunities for hydroelectric development exist? What types of development approaches can serve as successful models for emerging hydro throughout the world? These sessions examine the major forces that are moving new hydro forward and explore solutions to the challenges faced along the way.

Track Chair:Norman A. Bishop

Who Should Attend:
Business Development Specialists, Consultants, Equipment Manufacturers/Suppliers, Financiers/Lenders/Insurers, Project Developers, Project Owners