Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) Strategic Workshop

Wed, 19 Nov, 2025 at 09:00 am to Thu, 20 Nov, 2025 at 05:00 pm UTC-07:00

WECC | Salt Lake City

WECC Education and Outreach
Publisher/HostWECC Education and Outreach
Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) Strategic Workshop
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This workshop brings together WECC stakeholders to discuss EMT modeling and its role in integrating and assessing IBRs.
About this Event

Wednesday, November 19.............................................................. 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. MT

Thursday, November 20.................................................................. 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. MT


WECC

Salt Lake Hardware Building

155 North 400 West, Suite 200, Salt Lake City, Utah 84103


About the Workshop

Join WECC and key stakeholders from across the Western Interconnection for a strategic, interactive workshop dedicated to the evolving field of electromagnetic transient (EMT) analysis and simulation with an emphasis on modeling and the integration and assessment of inverter-based resources (IBR).

As our grid becomes more complex, EMT studies are increasingly essential for accurately capturing the fast-timescale behaviors and interactions of IBRs within the Bulk Power System. This workshop is designed to foster collaboration among Transmission Planners (TP), Planning Coordinators (PC), and other industry partners to align best practices for EMT modeling, model validation, performance testing, and regional EMT strategies.

Together, we will work toward a unified regional approach to EMT model development—proactively supporting a reliable, resilient grid in the face of rapid IBR growth, while aligning with changes in the evolving development of regulatory standards.


Workshop Goals
  • Create a common understanding of EMT modeling needs, drivers, and challenges across the Western Interconnection.
  • Facilitate dialogue to standardize EMT modeling requirements, model validation, and system study methodologies.
  • Collect stakeholder feedback on potential regional guidelines, variances, or recommended practices.
  • Share updates on NERC’s EMT Standards development and discuss their implications for Western entities and WECC’s role in supporting the effort.
  • Provide opportunities to learn from peer utilities and ISOs/RTOs implementing EMT modeling and screening programs.
  • Offer a forum for both senior leaders and technical experts to align strategy and direction.

Who Should Attend?
  • Western Transmission Planners and Planning Coordinators
  • IBR developers and Generator Owners/Operators
  • Software vendors and consultants supporting EMT studies
  • Standards and segulatory professionals
  • Senior managers aligning organizational strategies with EMT requirements

Agenda Snapshot & Key Topics
Day 1
  • Opening Keynote: Shaping the Future of EMT in the West
  • EMT Drivers, Needs, and the IBR Business Case
  • NERC EMT Standards and Guidance
  • EMT Modeling Requirements
  • Model Validation and Performance Testing

Day 2
  • EMT Screening: When and Where is EMT Analysis Needed?
  • EMT System Studies: Tools and Best Practices
  • Regional Engagement & Feedback Session
  • Closing Panel: Charting the Path Forward
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

WECC, 155 North 400 West, Salt Lake City, United States

Tickets

USD 75.00

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