From RMEL Executive Director Rick Putnicki

Happy New Year from RMEL!
Reflecting on 2022 and the recognition that there truly is no replacement for coming together, RMEL is excited to kick off 2023 focused on our mission of Preparing the Electric Energy Industry for the Future through Education and Networking by serving our membership with more in-person events while also still providing quality virtual programming that meets our members where they are. Continue to regularly check the RMEL Events and Education Calendar webpage as new events are added frequently.

RMEL is also happy to introduce a new Education Committee in 2023: the Next Generation Power Pioneers. This Committee is comprised of those with 2-15 years of experience in the electric utility industry, who are driven to contribute to the industry’s future as the next generation of leaders. Emphasizing the future, this group’s mission is pioneering the energy transformation through education, collaboration, and leadership empowerment for the electric industry's next generation. If you mentor or have a colleague who you feel would be a good fit for this committee and it is interested in leadership and networking opportunities within the industry, please contact us and share their resumes for consideration.

Now Accepting 2023 RMEL Emerging Leader Award Nominations!
The deadline to submit nominations is Monday, March 20th, 2023.

Do you mentor or have colleagues who are up-and-coming leaders in their company? Show your support and submit them for nomination for the RMEL Emerging Leader Award! RMEL's Emerging Leader Award recognizes and honors individual members who have made significant contributions within their organization, and have demonstrated the potential for leadership and outstanding service for the electric utility industry. The nominee must have no less than 5 years of experience, and no more than 10 years' experience within the industry. The 2023 award will be conferred at the 2023 RMEL Spring Management, Engineering, and Operations Conference taking place May 22 - May 24 in Kansas City, MO.

Upcoming Events
Mark your calendars for these exciting in-person RMEL events coming up in 2023. RMEL will continue to add new in-person and virtual events throughout the year and please visit the RMEL Events and Education Calendar webpage for the most up-to-date list of offerings. Learn more below:

WORKSHOP: An Introduction to the Electric Utility
January 18th, 2023 – 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. MST – Hilton Denver Inverness Hotel in Denver, CO

This workshop is designed to acquaint non-technical utility employees with the basics of their industry from the generation to the distribution of electricity. The workshop will focus on five areas: an overview to electricity and electrical power systems, information on conventional production methods, alternative technologies, transmission and distribution systems, and customer service. In the overview, you will learn about the basic theory of electricity, how it is produced, and delivered to your home. In the conventional production methods section you will learn the role of primary energy sources: water, gas, oil, coal, and nuclear. You will also hear about power conversion processes, system application, capital and operating costs and grid connection considerations.

FEBRUARY 2023 SAFETY ROUNDTABLE
February 21st, 2023 – 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. MST – Tri-State Generation & Transmission Association in Westminster, CO

Featured Topic: An Electrical Utility's Experience with Custom Molded Hearing Protection

RMEL Safety Roundtables offer a unique forum for peer-to-peer sharing of experiences, critical issues and expertise. The roundtable is a discussion group, open only to RMEL members. Discussion is based on topics brought by attendees. Typically, one or two presentations are given, followed by attendee discussion and sharing. The roundtable is a good opportunity to share experiences, troubleshoot problems, and network with peers in a smaller, informal setting.

2023 RMEL SAFETY CONFERENCE
Thursday, March 23rd - Friday, March 24th, 2023 – 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MST – SRP's PERA Club in Tempe, AZ

Additional event details and information will be provided soon.

TRANSMISSION & SUBSTATION RENEWABLES CONFERENCE
Tuesday, March 28th - Wednesday, March 29th, 2023 – 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MDT – Tri-State Generation & Transmission Association in Westminster, CO

2023 RMEL SPRING CONFERENCE
Monday, May 22nd - Wednesday, May 24th, 2023 – 8:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. CDT – InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza in Kansas City, MO

Additional event details and information will be provided soon.

The 2023 RMEL Foundation Scholarship Application is NOW OPEN!
The deadline to apply is Friday, February 24th, 2023

We encourage you to spread the word and share within your respective organizations and professional network. The deadline for students to apply is Friday, February 24th, 2023. Access the scholarship application to learn more! Please let us know if you have college/trade school/university contacts who would like to receive the scholarship information. Thank you for the Corporate and Individual Cash Donations! The RMEL Foundation Auction raised over $30,000. Learn more about 2022 Named Scholarship Sponsor opportunities for your company.

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