NEPPA

Tactical Tuesday - May
2026-05-12 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
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.

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Presenter:
Scott Rosenberg, CEO257

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Topic:Utilizing data and AI to power the residential energy transition

Topic Description:
With rates rising and a capacity crunch coming, serving your residential customers well has never been more challenging or more important. In this webinar, Scott Rosenberg from 257 will share deep insights into your customers’ households. From finding the customers most likely to benefit from an energy efficiency audit or budget billing program to predicting the adoption of rooftop solar, heat pumps and EVs, a deep understanding of customers is more critical than ever. Scott will explain how 257 garners insights and share specific ways that the AI revolution can benefit public power.

Company Information:
257 is a data science company specializing in residential energy. The company uses AI and massive data sets to profile every U.S. home, helping providers identify the households most likely to benefit from new energy services and products. We increase customer insights and engagement, and enable a stronger grid.

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Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3, Group B (Session 2)
2026-05-19 08:00 - 2026-05-22 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
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.

Eligibility: To enroll, student must be currently employed at a public power utility or contractor and be 18 years of age prior to the commencement of the program.

In addition to classroom time, students are expected to:

Self-study by reading the material
Track, record, and submit monthly apprenticeship reports of on-the-job training
Track, record and submit quarterly “competency” forms

Skill Assessment Rodeo:
Each year, students participate in a Skills Assessment Rodeo. 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.

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Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 4 (Session 2)
2026-06-02 08:00 - 2026-06-05 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Tactical Tuesday - June
2026-06-09 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
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.

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Presenter:
Ryan West, PERegional Engineering Director, Northeast USBBA Consultants

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Topic:Modern Substation Automation More details to come…

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2026 Apprentice Lineworker Program Skill Assessment Rodeo
2026-06-17 07:00 - 2026-06-18 15:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
NEPPA’s annual Apprentice Lineworker Program Skill Assessment Rodeo will be held Wednesday, June 17 – Thursday, June 18, 2026 at NEPPA’s Training Center (200 New Estate Road, Littleton, MA 01460).
Each year, students from our apprentice lineworker program participate in a Skill Assessment Rodeo. 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. Students are assigned to one of the two Rodeo days based on their year in the program.

Managers, supervisors, guests, students and vendors are welcome to this event. Please RSVP in advance to communications@neppa.org and check-in at the registration desk upon arrival.

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Chainsaw Safety for Utility Operations
2026-07-08 08:00 - 15:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
In Partnership with:

This 1-day hands-on skill training is held in-person on Wednesday, July 8th from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road, Littleton MA 01460). The session involves a mix of classroom learning and skill based practice in the yard.

Who Should Attend
This program is designed for Electric Lineworkers and Operations Personnel who may we required to do tree work in daily operations or mutual aid deployments. There are no prerequistes for this course and it is open to new hires as well as those who have recieved previous training and need a refresher on applicable knowledge or skills in identified areas.

Course Overview
NATS S-160 Portable Chainsaw Utility Applications course provides an introduction to the function, maintenance and use of portable chainsaws, and their technical application for utility infrastructure. The course meets the challenges utility workers face when a chainsaw is used for pole, cross arm, and tree removal operations located in proximity to utilities and targets such as roads, buildings, and related infrastructure where specialized technical skills and equipment are required to cut material into designated drop zones. Specialty cutting techniques and equipment will be explained, demonstrated by instructors as well as available for participants to practice skills in a hands-on setting.

Registration
To register, please click the button below. Upon completion of the Program, participants will receive a Certificate of Completion. Registration fees include coffee and lunch. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations, please make note on your registration.

2026 Registration fees are as follows:
NEPPA Members: $555Non-Members: $655

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Cancellation Policy
Cancellations 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.

Tactical Tuesday - July
2026-07-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual
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.

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Presenter:
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Topic:
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Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1, Group A (Session 3)
2026-07-21 08:00 - 2026-07-24 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1, Group B (Session 3)
2026-07-28 08:00 - 2026-07-31 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2, Group A (Session 3)
2026-08-04 08:00 - 2026-08-07 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2, Group B (Session 3)
2026-08-11 08:00 - 2026-08-14 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Tactical Tuesday - August
2026-08-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual

2026 Annual Conference
2026-08-16 08:00 - 2026-08-19 17:00 | Margaritaville Resort, 1225 Iyannough Rd, Hyannis, MA, 02601, United States
Save the date for NEPPA’s 2026 Annual Conference!
August 16 – 19, 2026
Margaritaville Resort1225 Lyannough Rd., Hyannis MA 02601

Join your professional colleagues for Educational Sessions, Sponsor Exhibits, Social Events/Network Opportunities, Fundraising Activities and our Annual Awards Dinner.
More details available closer to the event start date…

Industry Day - Hosted by HasGo
2026-09-01 08:00 - 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
Tuesday, September 1, 2026 | 8:00 am – 2:00 pmNEPPA Training Center – 200 New Estate Road, Littleton MA 01460
Industry 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.

This event is open to all utility members, but geared towards operations personnel and management.
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served.
This event is free for members of NEPPA.
Advance Registration Required

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What to Expect:

The agenda is currently being finalized…check back closer to the event date for more details!

Presentations and Demos will be done by a representative from Eaton/Cooper.

Presentation Topics to include:
– Recloser overview
– Fusing
– Coordination basics
– Capacitors

Host:

Matt VartanianSales EngineerHasGo Power Equipment Sales585-768-8500 (office)mattv@hasgopower.comhttps://hasgopower.com/

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3, Group A (Session 3)
2026-09-01 08:00 - 2026-09-04 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Metering II Program
2026-09-08 08:00 - 2026-09-10 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
The Metering II Program is a 3-day course heldTuesday, September 8th – Thursday, September 10th, 2026 from 8am-2pm at the NEPPA Training Center (200 New Estate Road, Littleton, MA 01460)

NEPPA’s Metering II Program is designed to build upon the introductory concepts of Metering I. Metering II explores advanced application of concepts, how to apply theory in practice and understand system design elements and equipment. Upon successful completion of the Program, including a final exam, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion.

COURSE PREREQUISITES
Students must complete NEPPA’s Metering I program prior to taking this course or have significant metering experience.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is designed for:
– Experienced Meter Technicians
– Lineworkers
– New Utility Engineers
– Supervisors or Managers transitioning from other departments

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of the program, participants will be able to successfully:

Demonstrate a foundational knowledge of how electricity is measured through meters.
Practice advanced applications of meter installations and measurements.
Learn how to apply advanced programming, testing and design concepts to real-world applications.
Develop a system design that demonstrates a deep understanding of the system’s configuration.
Recognize applicable standards and specifications such as the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
Demonstrate an understanding of meter multipliers.
Test the impacts of metering on billing and revenue protection.

TESTING
This Program includes a Final Exam to demonstrate comprehension of the material.

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS
Students are provided a course binder with printed materials.

COURSE LOCATION
NEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton, MA 01460

AGENDA
Agenda details are subject to change.

Day 1 – Tuesday 8:00am – 2:00pmElectric CircuitsPolyphase Systems
Day 2 – Wednesday – 8:00am – 2:00pmDemand and Time of Use MetersInstrument TransformersAC Power Measurements
Day 3 – Thursday – 8:00am – 2:00pmMeter ApplicationsBilling Constants for Complex Metering Instructions (CMI) ApplicationsComplex Metering Instructions (CMI) Circuit Phase Measurements & Plotting

REGISTRATION
2026 Registration fees includes coffee/tea and lunch each day.
Members: $1,600
Non-Members: $2,500

Cancellations are accepted until two-weeks prior to the start of the program. Substitutions may be made at any time prior to the first session.

To register, please click the button below and complete your registration online.

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INSTRUCTOR

John Lanciani
Trainer
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.

LODGING
Lodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations, please see our lodging information page for details on discounted rates.

Lodging Information

QUESTIONS?
Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.

Tactical Tuesday - September
2026-09-08 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3, Group B (Session 3)
2026-09-15 08:00 - 2026-09-18 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

2026 Substation II Program (Session I)
2026-09-22 08:00 - 2026-09-24 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
Building on the success of Substation I, NEPPA is pleased to offer the newly redesigned Substation II Program which is held in 4 3-day sessions (Tuesday-Thursday from 8:00am-2:00pm) throughout the year. Participants are expected to attend all sessions. Substation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls, understanding operations, schematics, and diagrams, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment. Upon successful completion of the Program, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion.

In addition to in-class lecture, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing, building, and manipulating a relay panel, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content.

SESSION DATES & HOURS
Dates are subject to change, however advance notice will be provided.
Unless otherwise noted, sessions are held in-person from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday – Thursday.
Session I: September 22nd – 24th, 2026Session II: October 6th – October 8th, 2026Session III: October 20th – 22nd, 2026Session IV: November 3rd – November 5th, 2026

LOCATION
All in-person classes will be held at NEPPA’s Training Center. Additional field visits may be arranged and will be communicated in advance of the session.
NEPPA Training Center200 New Estate RoadLittleton, MA 01460

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This program is designed for those who are responsible for working in or maintaining utility substations or those who wish to expand their knowledge to grow into a substation role.

Lineworkers or operations employees
Substation Technicians
Employees or Supervisors transitioning from other departments
New Engineers
Construction Supervisors
Project Managers

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the Program, Substation II participants should be able to:

Apply concepts to design, build, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a substation.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding and knowledge of applicable standards, specifications and regulations such as OSHA, the NESC, and NERC/CIP.
Practice safely entering, exiting and performing maintenance in a substation.
Apply advanced concepts of the substation’s role in a distribution system including testing and programming.
Demonstrate ability to test and program equipment found in a substation, including applicable safety precautions and PPE
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of SCADA, as well as switching and tagging.
Demonstrate an applied understanding of how to operate and interpret relay functions.

TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED
Week 1:NEPPA SafetySubstation design 1Substation communication systems
Week 2:NEPPA NESC reviewSubstation special elementsSubstation system operations
Week 3:Substation design 2Substation system protectionSubstation system automation
Week 4:RelaysTransformer testingCircuit breaker & instrument transformer testing

COURSE PREREQUISITES
In order to be successful in the Substation II Program, students must first complete the Substation I Program.

REGISTRATION
2026 Registration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations, please make note on your registration.
Members: $3,100
Non-Members: $4,600
Cancellations are accepted until on month prior to the start of the program. Substitutions are not accepted.

register now

INSTRUCTOR

John Lanciani
Trainer
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.

LODGING
Lodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations, please visit our lodging information page for discounted group rates.

Lodging Information

QUESTIONS?
Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 4 (Session 3)
2026-09-22 08:00 - 2026-09-25 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1, Group A (Session 4)
2026-09-29 08:00 - 2026-10-02 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

2026 Substation II Program (Session II)
2026-10-06 08:00 - 2026-10-08 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
Building on the success of Substation I, NEPPA is pleased to offer the newly redesigned Substation II Program which is held in 4 3-day sessions (Tuesday-Thursday from 8:00am-2:00pm) throughout the year. Participants are expected to attend all sessions. Substation II expands on Substation I and moves into protection and controls, understanding operations, schematics, and diagrams, testing and test results interpretation of substation equipment. Upon successful completion of the Program, students are awarded a Certificate of Completion.

In addition to in-class lecture, the Substation II Program incorporates hands-on application of concepts and testing, building, and manipulating a relay panel, and weekly testing including a final exam to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension of the course content.

SESSION DATES & HOURS
Dates are subject to change, however advance notice will be provided.
Unless otherwise noted, sessions are held in-person from 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Tuesday – Thursday.
Session I: September 22nd – 24th, 2026
Session II: October 6th – October 8th, 2026
Session III: October 20th – 22nd, 2026
Session IV: November 3rd – November 5th, 2026

LOCATION
All in-person classes will be held at NEPPA’s Training Center. Additional field visits may be arranged and will be communicated in advance of the session.

NEPPA Training Center
200 New Estate Road
Littleton, MA 01460

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This program is designed for those who are responsible for working in or maintaining utility substations or those who wish to expand their knowledge to grow into a substation role.

Lineworkers or operations employees
Substation Technicians
Employees or Supervisors transitioning from other departments
New Engineers
Construction Supervisors
Project Managers

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of the Program, Substation II participants should be able to:

Apply concepts to design, build, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair a substation.
Demonstrate an advanced understanding and knowledge of applicable standards, specifications and regulations such as OSHA, the NESC, and NERC/CIP.
Practice safely entering, exiting and performing maintenance in a substation.
Apply advanced concepts of the substation’s role in a distribution system including testing and programming.
Demonstrate ability to test and program equipment found in a substation, including applicable safety precautions and PPE
Demonstrate an advanced understanding of SCADA, as well as switching and tagging.
Demonstrate an applied understanding of how to operate and interpret relay functions.

TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED
Week 1:
NEPPA Safety
Substation design 1
Substation communication systems
Week 2:
NEPPA NESC review
Substation special elements
Substation system operations
Week 3:
Substation design 2
Substation system protection
Substation system automation
Week 4:
Relays
Transformer testing
Circuit breaker & instrument transformer testing

COURSE PREREQUISITES
In order to be successful in the Substation II Program, students must first complete the Substation I Program.

REGISTRATION
2026 Registration fees include coffee and lunch each day. If you have any dietary restrictions or considerations, please make note on your registration.
Members: $3,100
Non-Members: $4,600

Cancellations are accepted until on month prior to the start of the program. Substitutions are not accepted.

register now

INSTRUCTOR

John Lanciani
Trainer
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.

LODGING
Lodging is not included in your registration fees and must be arranged directly with the hotel. If you need overnight accommodations, please visit our lodging information page for discounted group rates.

Lodging Information

QUESTIONS?
Please contact training@neppa.org or call the office at (978) 540-2200.

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 1, Group B (Session 4)
2026-10-06 08:00 - 2026-10-09 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

(URD) Underground Residential Distribution Program - October
2026-10-13 08:00 - 2026-10-15 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
NEPPA’s Underground Residential Distribution (URD) Program is a 3-day course held
Tuesday, October 13th – Thursday, October 15th, 2026

at the NEPPA Training Center
(200 New Estate Road, Littleton, MA 01460)

Who Should Attend
This course is designed for NEPPA members who build or maintain Underground Residential Distribution Systems.

Learning Objectives
Upon completion of the program, participants will understand:

NEPPA URD/UCD design & construction best practices

Tools, equipment, troubleshooting
URD/UCD maps
Hands-on work with pre-molded terminations and testing equipment.
Have the knowledge and skill in all aspects of URD/UCD installation, operation, and maintenance.
Understand safety practices, as they pertain to URD/UCDs and related work, will be defined and demonstrated

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Tactical Tuesday - October
2026-10-13 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual

2026 Substation II Program (Session III)
2026-10-20 08:00 - 2026-10-22 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2, Group A (Session 4)
2026-10-20 08:00 - 2026-10-23 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 2, Group B (Session 4)
2026-10-27 08:00 - 2026-10-30 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

2026 Substation II Program (Session IV)
2026-11-03 08:00 - 2026-11-05 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States

Apprentice Lineworker Program - Year 3, Group A (Session 4)
2026-11-03 08:00 - 2026-11-06 14:00 | NEPPA Training Center, 200 New Estate Rd, Littleton, MA, 01460, United States
