OpenSG Users Group Meeting:
Enabling the Smart Grid
March 7-10, 2011 >> South San Francisco, CA
Introduction
The OpenSG User Group (OSGug) was formed for users to get information on the progress of the Open Smart Grid (OSG) issues and to share their project experiences. The user group holds three face-to-face meetings each year. Recognized experts share their insights and resolve key technical issues. Each meeting also includes a pre-conference "boot-camp" and social networking opportunities.
Who Should Attend
Utilities that are using standards-based integration to meet their business challenges will find this conference invaluable. Project managers, system architects, business and IT managers, and control center personnel will all benefit from this meeting.
The meeting is open to all current or potential OpenSG users – you do not have to be a OpenSGug member to attend. Attendees gain firsthand access to OSG experts and come away with new insights on the power of OSG activities.
Dates
March 7 – 10, 2011
- March 7: OpenSG Boot Camp Sessions
- March 8 – 10: User Group General and Work Group Sessions
Click on Agenda in the left panel for more details
Registration
There are five registration options:
*Member Full Conference: Early Bird (through February 18): $550 / $600 starting February 19 through onsite
*Non-Member Full Conference: Early Bird (through February 18): $750 / $800 starting February 19 through onsite
SG Communications-PAP01/02 Session Only (1 day): Early Bird (through February 18): $150 / $200 starting February 19 through onsite
OpenADR/PAP09 Session Only (1 day): Early Bird (through February 18): $150 / $200 starting February 19 through onsite
Boot Camp Session Only (1 day): Early Bird (through February 18): $100 / $150 starting February 19 through onsite
*Full Conference registration includes access to Boot Camp, and all sessions on Tuesday through Thursday.
REGISTER NOW!
The OpenSG is growing at a rapid pace and this conference contains a very full agenda. Our face-to-face meetings utilize a fee-base model. The registration fee pays for meeting rooms, meals, A/V equipment, WiFi, etc. Conference costs and more information are available on the Registration link on the left panel.
Location
Embassy Suites Hotel Gateway
250 Gateway Blvd., South San Francisco, CA 94080
Phone: (650) 589-3400
OSG Group Rate: $129/night
(Note: This is not the Embassy Suites in Burlingame that is also near SFO airport)
Your hotel rate includes:
· Two-room suite
· Complimentary daily Full Cook-to-Order Breakfast
· Complimentary Manager’s Reception
· Complimentary wireless internet access in guestrooms and meeting rooms
· Complimentary Shuttle Service to/from SFO Airport
Hotel reservation information:
To reserve online click here
Call 1-800-EMBASSY (362-2779) and use Group Code: OUG
Hotel Group Rate available until February 23, 2011
Attendees are encouraged to make your reservations at this hotel where the rates were negotiated on your behalf. The room block is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Hotel Transportation/Parking Information
Transportation:
A complimentary shuttle is available to/from the San Francisco International Airport (SFO). At the airport, the shuttle is available on the Second Level (Departure Level) in the center island. Take the big white bus entitled “South San Francisco Hotels.”
Note: There is another Embassy Suites in Burlingame, do not take that shuttle.
Driving Directions
Parking:
· Day Parking: A special OSG discount for day parking is $7.50
· Overnight Parking: Self parking is available for $15.00
Airport Information
The hotel is conveniently located 1.5 miles from the San Francisco International Airport (SFO)