Powering positive change

The Hatch H.G. Acres symposium | April 15-16, 2025

Championing grid resilience

We are thrilled to host this year’s Powering positive change event in Toronto where we will explore the future of power transmission, distribution, and energy storage, with a strong focus on championing grid resilience.

We have been at the forefront of pioneering innovative solutions in the energy sector. From enhancing energy efficiency to developing robust power systems, our commitment to a sustainable future and resilient energy infrastructure remains unwavering. Our rich history continues to lead the way in transforming the energy landscape.

This year’s event will feature presentations, interactive panel discussions, and networking events with global industry experts on a variety of topics, such as:

  • Power-packed technical tutorials, diving deep into HVDC & FACTS devices, and energy storage in expert-led seminars.
  • Critical power system studies for competitive transmission solutions.
  • The road to roadmaps for modernized grids and more.

We are deeply engaged in power generation, storage, and transmission to enhance efficiency, reliability, and integration of renewable energy sources. We respond quickly with solutions that are smarter, more efficient, and innovative.

Further details can be found in the agenda below.

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Join us on April 15–16, 2025

Hotel X
Princes’ Gates Ballroom, 3rd Floor
111 Princes’ Blvd
Toronto, ON M6K 3C3
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Accommodation

Hotel X

For individual reservations, call (647) 943-9300 and request the HATO41425 block of rooms, or use the link below.
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A block of rooms has been reserved for Hatch’s guests at a discounted rate of $310.00 per night.

Please book your hotel accommodation by Wednesday, March 26, 2025.

Find more information about the hotel here

Location

111 Princes’ Blvd, Toronto, ON, M6K 3C3, Canada

 

Presenters

Dan Kell

Global Director, eGRID, Hatch

Michael Powell

Vice President of Government Relations, Electricity Canada

Spencer Gill

Vice President & Executive Lead Asset Management & Grid Modernization, Hydro One

John Matthiesen

Senior Director, eGRID Growth & Strategy, Hatch

Shaz Merwat

Energy Policy Lead, RBC

Jim Sarvinis

Global Managing Director, Energy, Hatch

Chelsie Klassen

Global Director, Community Engagement and Social Performance, Hatch

Mark Mitchell

Global Lead, Distribution & Smart Grid, Hatch

Racheal Seymour

Electrical Engineer, Hatch

Alireza Khosroshahi

Power Systems Study Team Lead, Hatch

Jakub Gara

Asset Management Lead, North America, Hatch

Varun Chhibbar

Global Lead, Power Transmission & Integration, Hatch

Emaan Chaudhry

Asset Management Specialist, Hatch

James Engels

Power Systems Analyst, Hatch

Adeel Afzal

Global Lead, Transmission Lines, Hatch

Cassandra Siemens

Senior Project Manager, eGRID, Hatch
John-Birnie

John Birnie

Principal Consultant, Hatch

Agenda

Day 1
15 Apr 2025
Day 2
16 Apr 2025

Power packed technical tutorial – HVDC and FACTS

As large-scale renewable projects are coming online and inter-regional transmission becoming more important than ever, HVDC and transmission and flexible ac transmission systems (FACTS) devices are becoming key enablers for...
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Dan Kell
Varun Chhibbar

Power packed technical tutorial – HVDC and FACTS

As large-scale renewable projects are coming online and inter-regional transmission becoming more important than ever, HVDC and transmission and flexible ac transmission systems (FACTS) devices are becoming key enablers for...
Read More
Dan Kell
Varun Chhibbar

Power packed technical tutorial – Energy storage

Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are quickly becoming ubiquitous in our power networks. Utilities, independent power producers, private industry and homeowners have quickly adopted this newest distributed energy resource technology...
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Mark Mitchell
Racheal Seymour

Power packed technical tutorial – Energy storage

Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are quickly becoming ubiquitous in our power networks. Utilities, independent power producers, private industry and homeowners have quickly adopted this newest distributed energy resource technology...
Read More
Mark Mitchell
Racheal Seymour

Opening Remarks

Jim Sarvinis

Indigenous communities around the world and their connection to the grid

Take a tour across our global regions as we delve into community-involved energy projects. In recent years, communities have become increasingly engaged in energy projects, playing a crucial role in...
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Chelsie Klassen

700~800 kV overhead transmission lines

 A brief history of transmission lines in the 700~800 kV range. Design considerations for electrical and mechanical design.
Adeel Afzal

Competitive Transmission Solutions

The reduction of harmful greenhouse gas emission is at the forefront of grid modernization. With competitive transmission solutions being essential for enhancing the deliverability, reliability, and economical operation of power...
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Alireza Khosroshahi

Grid scale energy storage project delivery models

As global electricity demand and electrification increases across the utility grid, renewable energy projects are becoming more common throughout the industry. Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) have proven to be...
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Racheal Seymour

Scaling up: Pushing battery energy storage to its limits in isolated microgrids

Battery energy storage systems (BESS) are quickly becoming ubiquitous in our power networks. Utilities, independent power producers, private industry and homeowners have quickly adopted this newest distributed energy resource technology...
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Mark Mitchell

A roadmap of roadmaps to a modernized digital grid

Is your utility suffering from Shiny Object Syndrome? Did you start upgrading one system only to realize that some core inputs you thought would be ready from another department aren’t...
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John Matthiesen
John-Birnie
John Birnie

Data science and probabilistic risk analysis for large transmission & distribution projects

Effective asset management is vital for improving reliability, sustainability, and efficiency in the power utility sector. By understanding asset risks and predicting failures, informed investment decisions can be made, reducing...
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Jakub Gara

Panel discussion – Powering the future: Navigating innovations and challenges in smart grids, renewable energy, and power transmission

Join us for an insightful panel discussion on the transformative changes and emerging challenges in the energy sector during the energy transition. We’ll explore how advancements in grid technologies and...
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Dan Kell
Michael Powell
Spencer Gill
Shaz Merwat
Cassandra Siemens

Closing Remarks

Jim Sarvinis

POWERING POSITIVE CHANGE, TOGETHER 

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