BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//NEPPA - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:NEPPA X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://neppa.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for NEPPA REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250411T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20250108T135041Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T130513Z UID:10000465-1744099200-1744369200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Substation I Program (Session II) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s Substation I Program is held 4-days/week for 4 weeks/year. Participants are expected to attend all sessions. Substation I is designed to be an introduction to substations including safety\, design\, operation\, equipment and theory. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation I Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, field visits and tours of different installations\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should Attend \nThis program is designed for the following: \n\nLineworkers or operations employees\nSubstation Technicians\nEmployees or Supervisors transitioning from other departments\nEngineers\nConstruction Supervisors\nProject Managers\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Dates & Hours \nUnless otherwise noted\, sessions are held in-person from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday – Thursday and virtually 8:00am – 11:00 am on Fridays. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nSession I: March 18 – 21\, 2025 passedSession II: April 8 – 11\, 2025Session III: April 29 – May 2\, 2025Session IV: May 20 – 23\, 2025 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \n\nRecognize safety hazards in a substation\nDemonstrate a foundational knowledge of how electricity is transmitted through substations\nPractice safely entering\, exiting and performing maintenance in a substation.\nApply concepts of the substation’s role in a distribution system.\nIdentify and classify equipment found in a substation\, including applicable safety precautions including PPE\nDemonstrate an understanding of SCADA\, as well as basic switching and tagging.\nAbility to deenergize and reenergize a power transformer\nRecognize applicable standards\, specifications and regulations such as OSHA and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites\nStudents are expected to take NEPPA’s Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations (BEM) course\, and/or demonstrate a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts\, theory and mathematics through prequalification testing. The BEM Class will be held on the first day of Substation I. \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees \n2025 Registration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$2\,900\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$4\,300\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations\nCancellations are accepted until two weeks prior to the program start date. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/substation-i-program-session-ii-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation I Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-Substation-I-12.27.24-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20240923T134822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T134822Z UID:10000407-1743494400-1743775200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1\, Group A (Session 2) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \n  \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \n  \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1-group-a-session-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241231T160114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241231T160839Z UID:10000450-1743494400-1743688800@neppa.org SUMMARY:(URD) Underground Residential Distribution Program DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s Underground Residential Distribution (URD) Program is a 3-day course held \nTuesday\, April 1st – Thursday\, April 3rd\, 2025 \n \n \n \n \n \n at the NEPPA Training Center \n(200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460) \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nThis course is designed for NEPPA members who build or maintain Underground Residential Distribution Systems.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \nUpon completion of the program\, participants will understand: \n\nNEPPA URD/UCD design & construction best practices\n\nTools\, equipment\, troubleshooting\nURD/UCD maps\nHands-on work with pre-molded terminations and testing equipment.\nHave the knowledge and skill in all aspects of URD/UCD installation\, operation\, and maintenance.\nUnderstand safety practices\, as they pertain to URD/UCDs and related work\, will be defined and demonstrated\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/urd-underground-residential-distribution-program/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Underground Residential Distribution (URD) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/URD-April-12.31.24-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241230T172703Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241230T172858Z UID:10000449-1743064200-1743080400@neppa.org SUMMARY:General Foreman Roundtable DESCRIPTION:2025 General Foreman RoundtableMarch 27\, 2025 (8:30 am – 1:00 pm) | NEPPA Training Center\n\nNortheast Public Power is excited to host General Foreman from the region to come together for this interactive roundtable discussion. This year’s General Foreman Roundtable will be held Thursday\, March 27\, 2005 from 8:30am-1:00pm at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460).  \n \n \n \n \n \nNEPPA’s General Foreman Roundtable is an opportunity for small group discussion among those leading the day-to-day operations of our public power utility operations. The facilitator will encourage and prompt exploration of each topic. Attendee participation is vital to the success of each roundtable. Participants should arrive ready to be actively engaged. \n \n\n \n Click Here for More Information\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nRegistration includes coffee and baked goods in the morning and afternoon lunch. If you have any dietary restrictions\, please make note of them when you register.  \n  \n2025 Roundtable Fees: \nMembers $50 \nNon-Members $75 \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation Policy\nCancellations are accepted until two weeks prior to the start of the event. Substitutions can be made at any time.  \n  \n \n Register NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Don’t hesitate to contact us at registrar@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/general-foreman-roundtable-6/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Roundtables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/GF-Roundtable-March-10.28.42-16.9-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20250311T120030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T152543Z UID:10000476-1742976000-1743004800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Industry Day - Hosted by Powertech DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, March 26\, 2025 | 8:00 am – 4:00 pmNEPPA Training Center – 200 New Estate Road\, Littleton MA 01460 \nIndustry days are packed full of hands-on demos\, introducing you to new and innovative products. Hosted by one our affiliate members\, attendees get access to learn\, ask questions and see up close\, what is up and coming in the industry.   \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is open to all members\, but geared towards operations personnel and management. \nContinental breakfast and lunch will be served. \nThis event is free for members of NEPPA. \nAdvance Registration Required \n \n Register to Attend\n \n \n \n \n \n What to Expect:\n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda subject to change \n8:00 – 8:30 – Coffee/Pastries and Registration \n8:30 – 8:45 – TE Welcome Address and Overview \n8:45 – 9:30 – TE Material Science Technology \n9:30- – 10:00 – Low Voltage TE vs Market Players \n10:00 – 10:15 – Break \n10:15 – 11:45 – Low Voltage Demonstration and Installation \n12:00 – 1:00 – Lunch \n1:00 – 1:30 – MV Cable Design and Stress Control \n1:30 – 2:00 – Splices/Terminations TE vs Market Players \n2:00 – 2:30 – Shearbolt Connectors TE vs Market Players \n2:30 – 3:00 – Demo & Installation Splices and Terminations \n3:00 – 4:00 – Ampact Fired-ILDs & BAT – Hot Sticking if needed \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenters:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Steve MingioneRegional Account Manager – Northeast EnergyTE Connectivity \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mike CostelloSales RepresentativePowertech Associates / Utility Power Supply Company URL:https://neppa.org/event/industry-day-hosted-by-powertech/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Industry Day ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Powertech-Industry-Day-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20250102T150438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250102T150748Z UID:10000452-1742889600-1743001200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Metering I Program DESCRIPTION:Metering I is a 2-day course held Tuesday\, March 25th – Wednesday\, March 26th\, 2025 from 8am – 3pm at theNEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460) \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA’s Metering I Program is designed to be an introduction to the fundamentals of meter equipment and safety.  The Program will introduce how meters are used as an integral part of the distribution system and why their accurate and efficient readings are critical to a utility’s success. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n WHO SHOULD ATTEND\nThis course is designed for: \n• Intermediate or transitioning Meter Technicians \n• Lineworkers \n• Supervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments \n \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES\nUpon completion of the program\, participants will be able to successfully: \n\n\n\nDemonstrate a foundational/introductory knowledge of meter use\, demand and digital vs. analog meters.\nPractice hands-on safe installation and removal of a meter.\nCalculate and demonstrate the safe measurement of electricity.\nRecognize meter theft\, revenue protection controls\, and how to safely install service and conduct inspections.\nDemonstrate a basic understanding of net metering\, demand metering and reverse metering.\nAccurately identify faulty equipment and troubleshoot solutions\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n COURSE PREREQUISITES\nStudents are expected to have completed NEPPA’s Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations course and/or demonstrate a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts\, theory and mathematics through prequalification testing. \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTRATION\n2025 Registration fees includes supplemental materials listed above and lunch each day. \nMembers: $1\,000 \nNon-Members: $1\,550 \n  \nCancellations are accepted until two-weeks prior to the start of the program.  Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the first session. \n  \nTo register\, please click the button below and complete your registration online. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW URL:https://neppa.org/event/metering-i-program-3/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Metering I Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-METERING-I-12.30.24-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20240923T135126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T135126Z UID:10000410-1742284800-1742565600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 4 (Session 1) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \n  \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \n  \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-4-session-1/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20250108T133813Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T130754Z UID:10000464-1742284800-1742554800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Substation I Program (Session I) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s Substation I Program is held 4-days/week for 4 weeks/year. Participants are expected to attend all sessions. Substation I is designed to be an introduction to substations including safety\, design\, operation\, equipment and theory. \nIn addition to in-class lecture\, the Substation I Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing\, field visits and tours of different installations\, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content. \nUpon successful completion of the Program\, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who should Attend \nThis program is designed for the following: \n\nLineworkers or operations employees\nSubstation Technicians\nEmployees or Supervisors transitioning from other departments\nEngineers\nConstruction Supervisors\nProject Managers\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Dates & Hours \nUnless otherwise noted\, sessions are held in-person from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday – Thursday and virtually 8:00am – 11:00 am on Fridays. \nDates are subject to change however advance notice will be provided\, as needed. \nSession I: March 18 – 21\, 2025Session II: April 8 – 11\, 2025Session III: April 29 – May 2\, 2025Session IV: May 20 – 23\, 2025 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \n\nRecognize safety hazards in a substation\nDemonstrate a foundational knowledge of how electricity is transmitted through substations\nPractice safely entering\, exiting and performing maintenance in a substation.\nApply concepts of the substation’s role in a distribution system.\nIdentify and classify equipment found in a substation\, including applicable safety precautions including PPE\nDemonstrate an understanding of SCADA\, as well as basic switching and tagging.\nAbility to deenergize and reenergize a power transformer\nRecognize applicable standards\, specifications and regulations such as OSHA and the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites\nStudents are expected to take NEPPA’s Basic Electricity and Mathematics for Utility Operations (BEM) course\, and/or demonstrate a solid understanding of basic electricity concepts\, theory and mathematics through prequalification testing. The BEM Class will be held on the first day of Substation I. \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees \n2025 Registration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$2\,900\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$4\,300\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations\nCancellations are accepted until two weeks prior to the program start date. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the first session. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/substation-i-program-session-i/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Substation I Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2025-Substation-I-12.27.24-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241226T162710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250702T113506Z UID:10000448-1742284800-1742310000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations DESCRIPTION:NEPPA is offering a 1-day basic and technical prerequisite course for anyone looking to attend technical programs or to gain a basic understanding of electrical theory\, concepts and mathematic principles. \nNEPPA’s Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations course is scheduled to be held on March 18\, 2025 at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton\, MA 01460). \nBasic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations is designed to be an introduction to the electrical concepts and mathematic principles needed to understand electricity and electrical equipment. This course is a foundational level course that is a basis for additional course work in specific disciplines such as substation\, overhead lines and metering. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nBasic Electricity & Mathematics is designed for: \nAll field operations personnel including: \n>Meter Technicians>Lineworkers>Substation Technicians>Customer Service or Office Personnel looking to understand the product they sell every day>Supervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments or disciplines \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\nThis 1-day\, in-person training will be held at: NEPPA Training Center 200 New Estate Road Littleton\, MA 01460 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives \n\nPractice and solve mathematic problems used in electrical power measurements\nDemonstrate a basic understanding of electrical theory including electricity and magnetism\nAbility to differentiate between how DC and AC circuits function\nExplain the difference and interconnection of generation\, transmission and distribution of electricity\nDemonstrate an understanding of energy and demand\, and the difference between Kw and Kwh\nAbility to recognize the utmost importance of electrical safety\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Agenda\n Agenda details are subject to change. \n 8:00 am Welcome & Introductions8:15 am Module 1: Basic Electricity9:45 am Break10:00 am Module 2: Basic Mathematics11:30 am Lunch12:00 pm Module 3: Electric Power & Energy1:00 pm Module 4: Electrical Safety1:30 pm Module 5: Power System Overview3:00 pm Adjourn \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Prerequisites There is no prerequisite for Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations. This course is a basic\, foundational course for NEPPA’s technical training programs. \n \n \n \n \n \n RegistrationRegistration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary or other restrictions\, please note them on your registration. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$295\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$605\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CancellationsCancellations are accepted until two weeks prior to the start of the class. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the class. \n \n \n \n \n \n Instructor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n John Lanciani\n Trainer\, Northeast Public Power Association \n John grew up in Littleton\, MA\, graduating in 1988 and became an Apprentice Electrician for Interstate Electric. In 1990\, he started working for Littleton Electric Light Department as an Apprentice Lineman\, completing NEPPA’s Line School in 1994. John worked his way up from Journeyman Lineman to Engineering Technician\, gaining skills on the more technical aspects of distribution such as substations\, scada and automated distribution. He oversaw the meter department\, planning for and installing Littleton Electric Light Department’s first AMR system and upgrading all metering to solid state. In the early 2000s\, he worked to upgrade their substation by replacing the oil filled breakers with air insulated as well as replacing all mechanical relays w/ solid state. In 2005\, John took on a supervisory role\, overseeing line crews for after-hours coverage. He has been involved with public power his whole life\, as his father was a lineman in Sterling\, MA in the 50’s before becoming the Manager in Paxton and then Littleton. NEPPA is happy to have his expertise as an instructor\, helping to expand NEPPA’s training program with this knowledge and experience. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lodging\nLodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations\, please refer to our Lodging Information page for details on discounted pricing. \n \n Click Here for Lodging Information\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/basic-electricity-mathematics-for-utility-operations-6/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Basic Electricity & Mathematics for Utility Operations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/BEM-16.9-12.26.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20250103T161048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T185048Z UID:10000454-1741701600-1741705200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Tactical Tuesday DESCRIPTION:Tactical Tuesday webinars are held on the second Tuesday of each month from 2:00pm – 3:00pm\, virtually through Zoom. They are free to NEPPA members. Each month a different industry professional will present on a relevant public power topic\, with opportunties to ask questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenters:\nTom Heller – Executive Director\, TAPSJane Cirrincione – Assistant General Manager\, Northern California Power Agency \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Topic:What is TAPS and what does TAPS do for Public Power? \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here URL:https://neppa.org/event/tactical-tuesday-31/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Tactical Tuesday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Tactical-Tuesday-2025-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250314T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20240923T133944Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T133944Z UID:10000402-1741680000-1741960800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3 (Session 1) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \n  \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \n  \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-3-session-1/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20250212T141148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T141345Z UID:10000475-1741251600-1741273200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Mastering Your Communication Skills DESCRIPTION:This in-person\, instructor-led program will be presented in one full-day session being held Thursday\, March 6th from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton MA 01460). \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA has partnered with Robert J. Awkward\, Ph.D.\, from Framingham State University\, to provide high-caliber leadership training focused on communication techniques essential to good management. Dr. Awkward’s progressive\, diverse and successful human resources experiences in varied industries\, and in academia\, makes him an invaluable resource on this topic. This course will cover understanding the nature of communication as well as strategies to master it\, highlighting real life experiences using an interactive approach.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nThis program is designed for: \n\nGeneral Managers\nDirectors\nSupervisors\nTeam Leaders and Emerging Leaders\nAdministrative Professionals\nProject Managers\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Topics Covered\n• The Communication Process• Types of Communication• Characteristics of Successful Communication• Communication Barriers• Media Richness• Communication Styles \n \n LEARN MORE ABOUT THIS COURSE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nTo register\, please click the button below. Upon completion of the Program\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from NEPPA. Registration fees include coffee and lunch. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \n  \nRegistration fees are as follows: \nNEPPA Members: $289Non-Members: $585  \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation Policy\nCancellations are accepted until two weeks prior to the start of the class. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the class. URL:https://neppa.org/event/mastering-your-communication-skills/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Leadership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-Communications-Course-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T170000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241217T162251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T162347Z UID:10000436-1741161600-1741280400@neppa.org SUMMARY:NEPPA Board of Directors Meeting DESCRIPTION:Pittsfield\, MA    \nFor more informtion please contact the NEPPA office at (978) 540-2200. \n  \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/neppa-board-of-directors-meeting-9/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Board of Directors ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/NEPPA-BOD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241226T153425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T160417Z UID:10000445-1741161600-1741176000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 2A-2C DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers hoisting Continuing Education and Test Prep classes for Hoisting 2A-2C: Digging machines\, i.e. excavators and backhoes. \n \n \n \n \n \n Per mandated requirement\, all classes are scheduled for 4 hours. These classes are for both\, continuing education (to renew the license) and the test prep (to prepare for the test to receive a brand-new license). ONLY test prep attendees are NOT required to attend the full 4 hours of class. \n \n \n \n \n \n Students attending classes for continuing education will need to bring their hoisting license for verification and will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each class. If the hoisting license is not brought to class for verification\, or if the license has been expired for more than a year\, the certificate will not be issued. In this case\, you will have to take the test again. Those who attend for the test prep will receive information to study for the test. \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Schedule\nHoisting classes are scheduled to be held three times a year at the NEPPA Training Center\, however dates are subject to change and may be cancelled if there is lack of interest. Hoisting Training is also offered @Your-Site –  Click here to register for @Your-Site Training \n  \n2A-2C Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) March 5\, 2025 \nAlso offered… June 18\, 2025 and September 3\, 2025 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees \nRegistration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$85\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$170\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Please note: @Your-Site Classes are subject to the same per person and minimum class size as other 3-hour @Your-Site Training Sessions. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More About this Course\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/hoisting-2a-2c-3/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Hoisting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Hoisting-2A-2C-12.26.24-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241226T142923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241226T150423Z UID:10000442-1741075200-1741089600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Hoisting 1B-1D DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers hoisting Continuing Education and Test Prep classes for Hoisting 1B-1D: hoisting machines\, i.e. cranes and bucket trucks. \n \n \n \n \n \n Per mandated requirement\, all classes are scheduled for 4 hours. These classes are for both\, continuing education (to renew the license) and the test prep (to prepare for the test to receive a brand-new license). ONLY test prep attendees are NOT required to attend the full 4 hours of class. \n \n \n \n \n \n Students attending classes for continuing education will need to bring their hoisting license for verification and will receive a certificate of completion at the end of each class. If the hoisting license is not brought to class for verification\, or if the license has been expired for more than a year\, the certificate will not be issued. In this case\, you will have to take the test again. Those who attend for the test prep will receive information to study for the test. \n \n \n \n \n \n Class Schedule\nHoisting classes are scheduled to be held three times a year at the NEPPA Training Center\, however dates are subject to change and may be cancelled if there is lack of interest. Hoisting Training is also offered @Your-Site –  Click here to register for @Your-Site Training \n  \n1B-1D Hoisting Class – (8:00 am – Noon) \nMarch 4\, 2025June 17\, 2025September 2\, 2025 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Location \nNEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton\, MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration Fees \nRegistration fees include coffee as well as a Certificate of Completion. \n\n\n\nMembers:\n$85\n\n\nNon-Members:\n$170\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Please note: @Your-Site Classes are subject to the same per person and minimum class size as other 3-hour @Your-Site Training Sessions. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learn More About this Course\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/hoisting-1b-1d-6/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Energy Connect Conference,Hoisting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Hoisting-1B-1D-07.34.20-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20240923T133556Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T125108Z UID:10000398-1740470400-1740751200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2\, Group B (Session 1) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \n  \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \n  \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-2-group-b-session-1/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241112T134050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T190242Z UID:10000430-1739953800-1739970000@neppa.org SUMMARY:General Manager/Leadership Roundtable DESCRIPTION:General Manager / Leadership RoundtableThursday\, February 13\, 2025 POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER – NEW DATE Wednesday\, February 19\, 2025 (8:30 AM – 1:00 PM)NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Rd.\, Littleton MA 01460)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA’s GM/Leadership Roundtable is an opportunity for small group discussion among public power leadership professionals. The facilitator will encourage and prompt exploration of the topic. Attendee participation is vital to the success of each roundtable. Participants should arrive ready to be actively engaged.   \n \n\n\n \n MORE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend\nThis Roundtable is designed for: \n\nManagers\nExecutives\nDirectors\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nRegistration Fees\nRegistration fees include coffee and lunch. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note them on your registration. \nRegistration will open shortly for this class. \n  \nIf you are interested in attending and want to be notified when registration opens please email training@neppa.org. \n  \nRegistration Fees for 2025: \n\n\n\nMembers: $ 50\n\n\n\nNon-Members: $ 75\n\n\n\n\n \n \nCancellations \n\n\n\n\nCancellations are accepted until Thursday\, January 30\, 2025.  Substitutions may be made up until the day before the event. \n\n\n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n   \nQuestions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. \n​ URL:https://neppa.org/event/general-manager-leadership-roundtable-2/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/GM-Roundtable-11.24.31-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241028T150720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241218T132304Z UID:10000423-1739282400-1739286000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Tactical Tuesday DESCRIPTION:Tactical Tuesday webinars are held on the second Tuesday of each month from 2:00pm – 3:00pm\, virtually through Zoom. They are free to NEPPA members. Each month a different industry professional will present on a relevant public power topic\, with opportunties to ask questions.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenter:\nLoreto Sarracini (Acumen) John McClean (Util-Assist)\, and Justin Neuberger (Paladin Technologies)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Topic:Physical Security –How Can NEPPA Members Address the Risks\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Description: Acumen\, Util-Assist\, and Paladin have partnered to provide a comprehensive end-to-end physical security solution tailored for public power and their associated municipalities. This presentation will describe the current physical security threat landscape for public power\, and will provide pragmatic recommendations for NEPPA members to address these risks. Utility case studies will be provided. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here URL:https://neppa.org/event/tactical-tuesday-30/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Tactical Tuesday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Tactical-Tuesday-2025-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20240923T133157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T133157Z UID:10000394-1739260800-1739541600@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2\, Group A (Session 1) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \n  \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \n  \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-2-group-a-session-1/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20240923T132431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T132822Z UID:10000390-1738656000-1738936800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1\, Group B (Session 1) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \n  \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \n  \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1-group-b-session-1/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241202T144122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T123645Z UID:10000431-1738152000-1738238400@neppa.org SUMMARY:Regional Climate Resilience Workshop for Electric Utilities | Northeast DESCRIPTION:On behalf of the Department of Energy\, Office of Cybersecurity\, Energy Security\, and Emergency Response (CESER)\, Argonne National Laboratory\, Northeast Public Power Association (NEPPA)\, and EPRI\, you are invited to participate in the Northeast Regional Climate Resilience Workshop for Electric Utilities. \nEVENT DETAILSWednesday\, January 29\, 202512:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m. \nThursday\, January 30\, 20259:00 a.m.– 12:00 p.m. \nHost Organization: Northeast Public Power Association (NEPPA) \nLOCATION: Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA 01886 \n  \nRegister for this interactive workshop designed to support cooperative\, municipal and tribal utilities’ climate resilience planning efforts. Utilities attending the regionally focused workshop will gain exposure to the topic of Climate Science and Vulnerabilities\, Climate Resilience Action and Strategies\, and engage with industry leaders and climate experts about how to successfully apply climate data to drive change within their organization. Workshop goals include: \n\nIncrease utilities’ climate resilience by providing access to leading climate data;\nCreate a space for regional utilities to collaborate on climate resilience initiatives; and\nDeliver step-by-step guidance and customizable templates to build and execute a climate resilience plan.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nRepresentatives from cooperative\, municipal or tribal utilities with an interest in: \n\nExploring climate-based threats to their utility’s infrastructure and operations;\nDiscovering risk mitigation opportunities; and\nConnecting with regional peers on climate action.\n\nEach workshop will consist of a core lesson set\, regionally relevant content\, and engaging activities for participants. \nRegistration will be open through January 15\, 2025. Please register as early as possible. Your registration will be reviewed and approved by members of the Workshop Planning Committee before you receive an email confirming attendance. \nIf you have any issues attempting to register or for more information\, please contact rcrworkshops@anl.gov. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register Here URL:https://neppa.org/event/regional-climate-resilience-workshop-for-electric-utilities-northeast/ LOCATION:Westford Regency Inn & Conference Center\, 219 Littleton Road\, Westford\, MA\, 01886 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/poster-banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250131T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20240923T134750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T124830Z UID:10000406-1738051200-1738332000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1\, Group A (Session 1) DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \n  \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \n  \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n \n \n CLICK HERE FOR MORE PROGRAM INFORMATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-1-group-a-session-1/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/2025-APLW-16.9-9.23.24.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T143000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241112T132516Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241216T124449Z UID:10000429-1737014400-1737037800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Customer Service 101: Basics of Electric Operations & Customer De-Escalation DESCRIPTION:Customer Service 101: Basics of Electric Operations & Customer De-Escalation(1-Day Course)\n\nThursday\, January 16\, 20258:00 AM – 2:30 PM\n \nNEPPA Training Center – 200 New Estate Road\, Littleton MA 01460 \n\n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA is pleased to offer this training on understanding the inner workings of electric distribution and operations for customer service representatives.This course also includes training on how to use verbal de-escalation techniques in interactions with the public. \n \n MORE COURSE INFORMATION\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nAll customer service representatives who respond to the customer’s questions.\nAnyone who interacts with customers\, whether on the phone or in person.\n\nCourse Overview:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding the inner workings of Electric Distribution and Operations for a Customer Service Representative.Public power utilities need to be adaptable and responsive to changing customer expectations. Customer Service (CS) Representatives need to understand when a customer asks about the electric utility\, how it operates\, and what and why when speaking with the customer. After taking this course\, the CS rep will gain a better knowledge of how the electric distribution system works\, understand the essential components and definitions of the electric distribution system\, and know how to answer the customer without diverting the call to operations or engineering. This course defines good customer service\, how to identify and meet the needs of different types of customer questions\, and how to create a culture of commitment to excellence in customer service across all areas of utility management\, operations\, and customer interactions—focusing on building customer service as a strategy\, not simply an administrative function. \n \n \nUsing Verbal De-Escalation Techniques – Dealing with Customer and Public Interactions \nAs a customer service representative\, you will encounter a threatening situation when the customer becomes unruly. This course will teach you some de-escalation tactics to calm the customer down politely. Also\, you will understand the barriers to communicating. While not placing yourself in a compromising position. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \nDue to the extremely interactive nature of this training experience\, class size is limited. Registration fees include coffee and lunch\, all program materials\, supplemental assignments\, certificates and special recognition. \n  \n2025 Registration Fees \nMember: $285 \nNon-Member: $465 \n\n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellations \nCancellations are accepted until two-weeks prior to the start of the Program. Substitutions may be made at any time.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/customer-service-101-basics-of-electric-operations-customer-de-escalation/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Customer Service ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/CS-101-sq-16.9.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241028T145514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250112T001913Z UID:10000422-1736863200-1736866800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Tactical Tuesday DESCRIPTION:Tactical Tuesday webinars are held on the second Tuesday of each month from 2:00pm – 3:00pm\, virtually through Zoom. They are free to NEPPA members. Each month a different industry professional will present on a relevant public power topic\, with opportunties to ask questions. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenter:\nLuke Peffers\, PHD\nCEO and Co-FounderNEXUS Weather & Climate\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Topic:Embrace Uncertainty\, Act With Confidence: A New Approach to Weather Forecasting\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Topic Description: \nJoin Nexus Weather & Climate as we dive into the world of uncertainty\, risk\, and how people will interact with weather in an ever-changing future. Discover how embracing uncertainty can unlock new ways of thinking and build confidence in understanding the world around you. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here URL:https://neppa.org/event/tactical-tuesday-29/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Tactical Tuesday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Tactical-Tuesday-2025-5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20240215T142106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241202T152003Z UID:10000358-1733839200-1733842800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Tactical Tuesday DESCRIPTION:Presenters:\nBrandon Mauch\,Managing Director of Operations & Strategy\nRobert LaFaso\, Director of Forecasting & Valuation \nPaul Eory\, Director of Resource Planning\n  \n  \nTopic: Planning for Reliability in the Energy Transition\n  \nDescription: \nJoin Ascend Analytics\, the leading provider of market intelligence and analytics solutions for energy markets\, for a webinar titled “Planning for Reliability in the Energy Transition.” \nKey Topics: \n\nAnalytical Frameworks for Winter Storm Risk: Learn how to effectively plan for and mitigate the impacts of severe winter weather on energy systems.\nWeather Integrated Planning: Discover how integrating weather data into planning processes can enhance reliability and decision-making.\nGas and Power Price Volatility: Understand the factors driving price fluctuations and strategies to manage this volatility.\nImpacts of Clean Energy Goals in ISO-NE: Explore the implications of clean energy targets on the ISO New England region.\nCapacity Price Trajectory: Gain insights into the future trends of capacity pricing and their potential impacts.\n\n  \n \n Register Now URL:https://neppa.org/event/tactical-tuesday-28/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Tactical Tuesday ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Tactical-Tuesday-Cal-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T150000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241031T143300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T144219Z UID:10000424-1733821200-1733842800@neppa.org SUMMARY:Managing Conflict Course DESCRIPTION:This in-person\, instructor-led program will be presented in one full-day session being held Tuesday\, December 10th from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road\, Littleton MA 01460). \n \n \n \n \n \n NEPPA has partnered with Robert J. Awkward\, Ph.D.\, from Framingham State University\, to provide high-caliber leadership training in the area of conflict management. Dr. Awkward’s progressive\, diverse and successful human resources experiences in varied industries\, and in academia\, makes him an invaluable resource on this topic. This course will build an understanding of the nature and common causes of conflict\, as well as strategies to manage it. It highlights escalation\, de-escalation and the conflict and negotiation process. \n \n More Course Information\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\nTo register\, please click the button below. Upon completion of the Program\, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion from NEPPA. Registration fees include coffee and lunch. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations\, please make note on your registration. \n  \nRegistration fees are as follows:  \nNEPPA Members: $289Non-Members: $585  \n\n \n Register Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation Policy\nCancellations are accepted until Tuesday\, November 26th (two weeks prior to the start of the class). Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the start of the class. \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions?\nPlease contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/managing-conflict-course/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Leadership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-Managing-Conflict-16.9-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20231106T172806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T144105Z UID:10000324-1733385600-1733407200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Class of 2024 Graduation DESCRIPTION:The Class of 2024 Apprentice Lineworker Graduation Ceremony will take place at this year’s Annual Membership Meeting on Thursday\, December 5\, 2024 at the Doubletree Hotel in Leominster\, MA.  \n \n MORE INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-class-of-2024-graduation/ LOCATION:MA CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-Graduation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122201 CREATED:20241108T145447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T133043Z UID:10000427-1733383800-1733407200@neppa.org SUMMARY:2024 Annual Membership Meeting DESCRIPTION:NEPPA’s Annual Membership Meeting & Apprentice Lineworker Graduation\nThursday\, December 5\, 20247:30 am – 2:00 pm\n \n \n \n \n \n  DoubleTree by Hilton Leominster99 Erdman Way\, Leominster\, MA 01453 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Our membership meeting is a time to review the past year and learn about NEPPA’s plans for 2025. It’s an opportunity to build relationships with professional colleagues and industry partners. Come meet with old and new friends! \nThis event also includes a graduation ceremony to appreciate and honor our 2024 Apprentice Lineworker Program graduates. We hope you will join us in support our graduating class\, as they become the future of public power.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n (This is a members only event and is free to attend.  However\, it is important that we know you are coming\, so please RSVP today\, so we can plan accordingly)  \n \n MORE EVENT INFORMATION & REGISTRATION\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Questions? Don’t hesitate to call the office our office at (978) 540-2200 or email registar@neppa.org. \n  URL:https://neppa.org/event/2024-annual-membership-meeting-2/ LOCATION:DoubleTree by Hilton Leominster\, 99 Erdman Way\, Leominster\, MA\, 01453\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Membership Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/2024-Annual-Membership-Meeting-Images-10.3.24-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122202 CREATED:20231106T164904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T164907Z UID:10000321-1733212800-1733407200@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 4 DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-4-6/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241122T140000 DTSTAMP:20260419T122202 CREATED:20231106T164338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T164341Z UID:10000317-1732003200-1732284000@neppa.org SUMMARY:Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3 DESCRIPTION:NEPPA offers a four-year curriculum of the Northwest Lineman College’s Lineworker Certification Program and combines hands-on and formal classroom training. Students attend class four times a year for four days each to complete the four-year program. \nIn addition to classroom time\, students are expected to: \nSelf-study by reading the material \nTrack\, record\, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training \nTrack\, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms \nEach year\, students participate in an additional two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo each year. The Apprentice Rodeo is designed to showcase the apprentices’ developing technical and climbing skills\, and to reinforce the program’s focus on professionalism\, safety\, and proper technique. \nAttendance Policy \nStudents are required to attend all 16-days of the in-class program as well as the two-day Skills Assessment Rodeo. Any student unable to attend their regularly scheduled class or the Skills Assessment Rodeo is required to make-up the time\, training\, and competencies covered during those class days. To progress into the next year or to complete the Program\, all students must complete the full program requirements. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register \n  \nQuestions? Please contact training@neppa.org or call (978) 540-2200. URL:https://neppa.org/event/apprentice-lineworker-program-year-3-6/ LOCATION:NEPPA Training Center\, 200 New Estate Rd\, Littleton\, MA\, 01460\, United States CATEGORIES:Apprentice Lineworker Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://neppa.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/2024-APP-LW.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR