NYISO Offers Market Training

RENSSELAER, NY (05/21/2015)(readMedia)-- Individuals hoping to learn more about New York's competitive wholesale electricity markets and power systems operations will have another opportunity to do so, the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) announced.

On June 16-19, the NYISO will offer an in-depth, three and one-half day Market Orientation Course, geared toward active or prospective participants in New York's wholesale electricity markets. Attendees receive instruction in the purchase and sale of energy, capacity and related market products.

"The NYISO markets are at the forefront of market design and have been a model for market development in a number of areas," according to the 2014 State of the Markets Report recently published by the independent market monitor Potomac Economics.

The NYISO and its state-of-the-art control center have become an instructional resource for organizations that want to learn more about grid operations and electricity market design. Since the NYISO began operating New York's electricity markets in late 1999, more than 6,600 visitors have toured the NYISO power control center. These visitors represent hundreds of companies and governments, including more than 1,500 individuals from 86 nations.

"The NYISO is committed to serving as an authoritative source of information on the electric system," said NYISO President and CEO Stephen G. Whitley. "We work alongside market participants, stakeholders, regulators and policymakers to sharpen our vision of the grid, and enhance market efficiency and bolster system reliability. Our efforts help extend the benefits of competitive markets and facilitate the continued cultivation of cleaner, greener energy resources."

For information on registration and course fees, please visit the Registration page. Fees cover the cost of the training sessions, breakfast, lunch and afternoon breaks. Attendees have the option to purchase preprinted materials. A link with the materials also will be sent prior to the course if the attendee wishes to print them ahead of time. The registration deadline for the Market Orientation Course is Thursday, June 4. To register for classes or view other course offerings, please visit the Market Training Course Catalog available on the NYISO website (www.nyiso.com).