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Regional Transmission Organization Fundamentals & RTO Advanced 2027

APRIL 12-14:
RTO Fundamentals

APRIL 14-16:
RTO Advanced

Hybrid Programs
* Required selection:  In-Person or Online Attendance *

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In-Person venue:
Pyle Center
702 Langdon St.
University of Wisconsin–Madison Campus
Madison WI 53706

Course Synopses

Regional Transmission Organization Fundamentals and RTO Advanced are intensive annual courses critical to understanding regional transmission organizations in North America. Learning how and why RTOs were created, what their many functions are today, how transmission planning is conducted, how resource adequacy is managed, how the system maintains operational reliability, and how financial markets operate will provide those new to the industry with critical knowledge and industry veterans with the chance to expand their expertise. Content is updated annually as the industry evolves.

Course Summary: RTO Fundamentals will provide foundational knowledge on all aspects of North American RTO markets, from their history through current issues and planning for the future. RTO Advanced will deepen that knowledge, including looking more closely at current issues, discussing FERC Orders, looking at what’s next, and more. Expert instructors from RTOs, utilities, consumer groups, regulators, market monitors, academics, and more will provide a wide range of perspectives and opportunities for questions and discussion during both courses.

Benefits: In addition to the extensive learning opportunities, attendees will have opportunities to network during receptions and throughout the course with fellow attendees, expert instructors, and Wisconsin Public Utility Institute board members. Continuing education credit will be available.

Who Should Attend: RTO Fundamentals is intended for those new to the industry as well as anyone seeking to develop an understanding of RTOs in North America. RTO Advanced is intended for those looking to more deeply explore that foundational knowledge. Past attendee lists have included utility employees; legislative and regulatory staff; federal, state and local government personnel; consumer and trade-industry groups; industry-affiliated attorneys; university staff/students; and others. Registration is open to the public.

Registration Information

  • Registration must be made in advance
  • Completing registration and payment online is preferred.
  • Invoicing requests by governmental entities: wpuioffice@wpui.wisc.edu
  • Required selection: In-Person or Online Attendance
  • Attendance selection may be changed through COB

Important Dates:

Early Bird Fees end 03.12.2027
In-Person Attendance – Regular Fees 03.13.2027 through 04.02.2027
Online Attendance – Regular Fees 03.13.2027 through 04.08.2027

RTO Fundamentals

April 12-14

WPUI Member or Government (non-utility)

Early Bird $xxxx/Regular $xxxx

Non-Member:

Early Bird $xxxx/Regular: $xxxx

REGISTRATION

RTO Advanced

April 14-16

WPUI Member or Government (non-utility)

Early Bird $xxxx/Regular $xxxx

Non-Member:

Early Bird $xxxx/Regular $xxxx

REGISTRATION

Both Programs

April 12-16

WPUI Member or Government (non-utility)

Early Bird $xxxx/Regular $xxxx

Non-Member:

Early Bird $xxxx/Regular $xxxx

REGISTRATION

Draft Agenda will be added.

May include both in-person and remote speakers.

  • RTO Fundamentals: 1.5 CEUs
  • RTO Advanced: 1.2 CEUs
  • Both Programs: 2.7 CEUs

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Included in your registration

  • Registration for In-Person Attendance
    • Daily breaks and lunches
    • Networking Receptions with light appetizers
    • Access to daily Webex logon information
    • Online access to relevant program materials
    • Professional education credit from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, confirmed by a Continuing Education Certificate
  • Registration for Online Attendance
    • Access to daily Webex logon information
    • Online access to relevant program materials
    • Professional education credit from the University of Wisconsin–Madison, confirmed by a Continuing Education Certificate

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Upcoming Programs

    November 18, 2026
    Members-only Event: Wastewater Surveillance: Monitoring Community Health Through Utility Infrastructure – Hybrid

    March 16, 2027
    Public Utilities Law Update – In Person

    April 12-16, 2027
    Regional Transmission Organization Fundamentals and RTO Advanced 2027 – Hybrid

    October 18-22, 2027
    Energy Utility Basics 2027– Hybrid

    April 3-7, 2028
    Regional Transmission Organization Fundamentals and RTO Advanced 2028 – Hybrid

    September 25-29, 2028
    Energy Utility Basics 2028 – Hybrid

    Completed Programs

    February 18
    WPUI Members-only Opportunity: Short-Term Energy Outlook for 2026     – Online

    Grid Under Pressure Series: Understanding the Data Center Surge

    March 10
    Public Utilities Law Update     – In Person

    April 13-17
    Regional Transmission Organization Fundamentals and RTO Advanced – Hybrid

    May 11-13
    OMS Resource Adequacy Summit – Hybrid 

    October 5-9
    Energy Utility Basics 2026 – Hybrid 

    October 8
    Members-only Event: Energy, Housing and Health – Hybrid

    October 26, 2026
    Members-only Event: Future of the Nuclear Industry – Online 

    Registration information for WPUI’s April 12-16, 2027, Regional Transmission Organization Fundamentals & RTO Advanced programs

    Substitutions are allowed within the same organization only and must be made by COB 04.02.2027.
    Cancellations made before COB 03.19.2027 will be refunded all but $150.
    Cancellations made 03.20.2027 through 04.02.2027 will receive a 50% refund.
    No refunds will be given or substitutions will be allowed 04.03.2027 or after.
    Registration fee payments must be received before the program begins.
    See the Registration Information page for additional details.