NYISO Offers Market Training

Market Operations Course Scheduled in September

RENSSELAER, NY (09/01/2015)(readMedia)-- The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) is offering an opportunity for individuals to learn more about New York's competitive wholesale electricity markets and power system operations.

On September 29 – October 2, 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.

Since the NYISO began operating New York's electricity markets in late 1999, more than 6500 visitors have toured the NYISO power control center to learn about NYISO grid operations, wholesale electricity markets and power system planning. These visitors represent hundreds of companies and governments, including more than 1,500 individuals from 86 nations.

In the most recent State of the Market Report, the NYISO's independent market monitor, Potomac Economics, noted, "The NYISO markets are at the forefront of market design and have been a model for market development in a number of areas."

"The NYISO continues to build on its 15-year-old commitment to competitive markets that produce real benefits to consumers, the environment and the economy," said NYISO President and CEO Stephen G. Whitley. "Working in collaboration with market participants, stakeholders, regulators and policymakers, we focus on enhancing market efficiency, optimizing grid operations, implementing comprehensive system planning and integrating technological advances."

The registration deadline for the Market Orientation Course is Thursday, September 17. To register for classes or view previous course materials, visit the Market Training Course Catalog available on the NYISO website (www.nyiso.com).

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For more information, please contact:

David Flanagan (518) 356-7325 [office]/(518) 727-1569 [mobile]/dflanagan@nyiso.com

Ken Klapp (518) 356-6253 [office]/(518) 461-3564 [mobile]/kklapp@nyiso.com