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The Nodal Trader Conference is the key event of the year for the U.S. power trading community.   Held for over 20 years, it brings together senior-level traders, investors, utilities, regulators, and representatives of the ISOs and RTOs. Hear updates on the past year, and examine new directions.

Explore the challenges for nodal traders, and get a better understanding of how the markets operate for traders, independent power generators, and utilities.

This year’s event includes a special focus on regulations and government activity in nodal markets.  Explore changes in nodal market design, federal government priorities, growth in demand for electric power, and much more.

Topics we will explore include:

  • New trends in evolving power markets
  • AI demand growth trends and new directions
  • Update on FERC – new priorities and new initiatives
  • Power stability challenges, ensuring reliability
  • ISO reforms and reorientation
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Agenda

*Agenda subject to change. All times are in ET.

Back by popular demand

Yes Energy Workshop

Kick off Nodal Trader with an exclusive, expert-led workshop to dig into the trends, dynamics, and data strategies shaping nodal power trading today.

Explore evolving market dynamics, regulatory developments, trading strategy, and the data and analytics tools helping market participants stay ahead. 

This workshop is designed for Nodal Trader attendees who want to go deeper — more signal, less noise, and direct access to the experts behind the data.

Space is limited. See the agenda for more information.

Time: Wednesday, October 21 | 1:00 pm

Cost: Free for Nodal Trader Conference registrants

Spirit of Baltimore ship

Sponsored by Enverus

Networking Reception Boat Cruise

Enjoy an evening of networking and discover Washington, DC from a fresh vantage point as you network while gliding past its world‑famous memorials and striking waterfront landscapes

 

Date: Wednesday, October 21

Boarding: 4:45pm – 5:15pm 

Cruising: 5:15pm – 7:15pm 

Vessel: Inner Harbor Spirit 

Departing & Disembarking: Pier 4, 580 Water St SW

*Transportation to and from the hotel will be provided

Speakers

More speakers will be announced soon

Keynotes

David LaCerte

FERC

Commissioner

David LaCerte

Asim Z. Haque

PJM Interconnection

EVP, Governmental and Member Services

Asim Z. Haque

Mark G. Lauby

North American Electric Reliability Corporation

Chief Engineer and NERC Fellow

Mark G. Lauby

Day One - Thursday, October 22

Day Two - Friday, October 23

Network with the Industry

Don't miss your chance to do business with senior-level traders, investors, utilities, regulators, and representatives of the ISOs and RTOs. Companies that attend this event include:

Pricing

Register by July 10

Super Early Bird Rate

$1,749

Government/Utility Rate Available

Register by September 18

Early Bird Rate

$1,949

Group Rate

Buy Three, Get One Free

Register by October 23

Standard Rate

$2,199

Rates are in USD and are not inclusive of local taxes or VAT. Americas Region event terms and conditions apply.

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Demonstrate your strengths, raise your company profile, and maximize your ROI as we bring key industry players and decision-makers to you. At the S&P Global Energy Nodal Trader Conference, each sponsor has the opportunity to showcase their products and services, and distinguish themselves from the competition. We offer a full range of opportunities and packages, and can even tailor solutions to suit your needs.

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Martin Falkenberg
Commercial Partnership Manager

Venue

Ritz-Carlton Washington DC

1150 22nd Street NW

Washington, DC 20037

Accommodation and reservation details

Your conference registration does not include accommodations. A limited number of rooms have been reserved for conference attendees only at a discounted group rate.

You will receive our room block information after registration.

Room Rates

Run of House: $420 + taxes and fees

** Please note: S&P Global Energy is not associated with any third-party reservation agents. Making any reservations through a third party may put your credit at risk of a compromise. To make your reservation, please contact the hotel directly.

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