Understanding Energy in 2010: RECs, CERES, and Beyond
What You Will Learn
This seminar addresses the status and trends with respect to the various state Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) and energy efficiency programs, the current proposals to establish a federal combined efficiency and renewable energy standards (CERES) program, and the trading of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) and energy efficiency credits in both the compliance and voluntary markets. The panel reviews initiatives at the state level, with a particular focus on recent energy legislation in Massachusetts.
Speakers discuss the fine points of energy efficiency and renewable energy initiatives in the context of a carbon cap and trade program, including the interrelation between carbon allowances, offsets, RECs and energy efficiency credits.
Environmental lawyers learn what they need to understand about federal and state polices that support the development of renewable energy and energy reduction programs and reduce barriers to the adoption of such technologies, as well as the markets that have arisen as a result of such policies.
THE SERIES
This program is the sixth in a 13-part series, "Understanding the New Climate and Energy Legal Landscape," that explains the real world impact of the fast moving developments surrounding climate and energy, demystifies the key provisions and negotiating points left before Congress, and uncovers the potential windfalls and pitfalls of this highly complex restructuring of environmental and energy law. Each program is taught by those helping to craft this new regulatory regime and those examining it with a critical eye so you can understand what this new landscape will mean for clients and for your future practice. Part 7 of the series, "The Shape and Ramifications of International Carbon Regulation," will be on January 6.
Register now for the entire Telephone Series or Audio Webcast Series and save over 30%!
Faculty
Ann Berwick, Undersecretary of Energy, Commonwealth of Massachusetts, Boston
George (Chip) D. Cannon, Jr., Latham & Watkins LLP, Washington, D.C. (moderator)
Ken Nelson, Vice President of Renewable Energy Markets, Element Markets LLC, Houston
James M. Van Nostrand, Executive Director, Pace Energy and Climate Center and Adjunct Professor of Law, White Plains, New York
Although each program in this series stands alone, why not sign up for all 13? Not only will you save over 30% on your registration fees, but you'll also gain a more complete understanding of the various challenges arising during a time of revolutionary change in climate change and energy law. Register now for the Telephone Series or Audio Webcast Series. ELI Associates can receive an additional discount, and should contact Marcia McMurrin for details.
Program Schedule
(All times Eastern Standard)
12:30 p.m. Program Begins
1:45 p.m. Questions and Answers
2:00 p.m. Adjournment
Total 60-minute hours of instruction: 1.5; Total 50-minute hours: 1.8Please note: MCLE approval has been applied for in AL, CO, DE, GA, IN, IA, KY, MS, NE, NH, NC, OH, OK, PA, TN, TX, UT, VA, and WA. ALI-ABA is a presumptively approved provider in AK, AZ, AR, CA, IL, ME, MO, MN, NE, NM, NY, ND, RI, SC, VT, and WI. Participants must submit for approval on their own in FL, ID, OR, WV, and WY. We will apply after-the-fact for credit in LA and MN upon request.
Times
Eastern 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
Central 11:30 am – 1:00 pm
Mountain 10:30 am – 12:00 noon
Pacific 9:30 am – 11:00 am
Alaska 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Hawaii 7:30 am – 9:00 am
