“The Role of Pipelines: Reliably Delivering Natural Gas to the Market”


Hear how the benefits of new natural gas pipeline infrastructure are tangible from reliability, environmental and cost savings perspectives.

• Due to recent energy production activity in the Northeast U.S., abundant supplies of natural gas are knocking on New England’s door.


• New England needs additional natural gas pipeline infrastructure to get this gas to the market.


• Companies like Spectra Energy are well positioned and eager to build the infrastructure required to deliver natural gas supplies to market – with market commitment.

How will the reports of reduced drilling by E&P Firms, versus actual drilling activity affect the supply of natural gas in 2012 and beyond? What about LNG exports and the rapidly increasing demand for gas fired Power Generation? As production shifts to Liquid Rich plays in the Marcellus, the markets are changing daily, and it is hard to keep up with all of the changes in the industry -- our panel of experts will make sense of the Supply and Demand issues in the NE region and beyond!

How a Wishy-Washy Natural Gas Market Provoked an Investment Resurgence… And More Reasons Why the Natural Gas Market Won’t Spiral Forever

• The natural gas futures market spent the first decade of its existence as a mute market before supply concerns triggered an investment renaissance (sort of)…and then the rollercoaster ride began.


• Generated by supply concerns the market responded to a supply/demand equilibrium shift that shaped volatile prices previously unseen in the market prior to the new century. Price volatility and supply availability were the watchwords paramount to manage risk.


• The shale gas revolution has moved end-user focus away from concerns about supply and lowered the mean price of natural gas away from decade highs and closer to historic low prices. These low prices may have an intense impact on future drilling, which could impact available supplies.


• Is a return to natural gas price volatility inevitable?


• How do producers see the current market and what might their response look like from an available supply perspective?


• One model we might research is that of manufacturers of the past. The problem that all manufacturers have had over the years…at what price do we achieve equilibrium, which is defined as producers being willing to invest and receive an acceptable return on investment? And at what level do end users find acceptable costs?


• It’s a given that we will have high storage at the end of the current injection season. Recent rig count reports have the pursuit of natural gas seemingly weakening. Prices will have to rise enough to encourage producers to drill. Seeking a return to equilibrium may traverse the price volatility path, again…or will current associated gas production be more than enough to meet current and future demand?

This session offers a fast paced review of what we know and what we expect to impact the natural gas industry, markets and prices in the Northeast. How will government / environmental regulations affect the price and usage of natural gas for the future? There are still many questions that remain regarding Dodd / Frank, EPA regulations and from FERC for the NE region. What is the role that natural gas will play in meeting the interrelated goals of environmental sustainability, economic growth and energy security? Will new rules on Hydraulic Fracturing and Green Completions change the pace of U.S. gas development?

With expansion of emerging economies and their thirst for energy, the world continues to rapidly change and so do the risks within the Natural Gas Industry...new challenges, new opportunities and new rewards await! Our panel will discuss the Fresh Realities of the “day” and the prospects for the Northeast Region.

“The Role of Natural Gas: Fueling America’s Economic Growth”

• Natural gas is an abundant resource that will continue to provide economic benefits for communities across the United States.


• New technologies are making it possible to safely and economically produce more cleaner-burning natural gas than ever before.

Pipelines, Transportation, Storage, LNG Import/Export, NGLs and More ~ Hear about the many projects in the region that are affecting the natural gas industry in the region and around the country ~ Marcellus Shale Play is the Real Deal! From gas-to-liquids pipeline conversions to LNG exports, the projects are numerous throughout the Northeast and this is THE PLACE to learn how these could “make or break” your strategy in 2013.

What are the options and the possibilities that LNG will bring to the table for the NE Region and the U.S.? With the recent approvals to start Nat Gas Exports from the U.S., this session will explore in detail how the entry of the U.S. into a global gas market will impact trends and prices. How much gas will be leaving U.S. shores and does this new wave help or hurt prices for players in the value chain?

Our gas buyer panelists will give you solid and valuable insight into what is currently working, what they have learned from the volatility and what they will do differently next time.

Join OpenLink and the LDC Gas Forum attendees for a fun-filled evening to kick off the 2013 Southeast Forum! The reception will take place at the conference hotel, the InterContinental Buckhead hotel.

"International Interest in North America as a Resource Hub"

• Why North America?


• The Rush to Quality - Effects of the Shale Boom and Ramifications


• Investment Types and Considerations


• Summary of Recent Gail / EDF JV Announcement

Natural Gas…it was the Best of Times, it was the Worst of Times. Depends on who you ask.


Just as Charles Dickens was trying to express the dramatic extremes that existed in France at the time, Dr. Duncan will cover the dramatic extremes that exist in the Natural Gas Industry today. Buyers…will you be king forever? Producers & Marketers…what do you need to do to avoid the guillotine?

Natural gas is an abundant, widespread resource that will be the fastest-growing major fuel to
2040. This is exciting news for the country and for the natural gas industry…BUT...we need for the
demand for natural gas to catch up to the over abundant supply! How will the possibilities of LNG
exports, coal to gas switching, NGV's, and other factors play into the mix to get us closer to the
right "balance" that makes sense for everyone ~ Producers, Buyers, Marketers, and Consumers?

The Dynamics of the Dynamic Southeast – What’s Hot?


From growing shale supply in the Gulf Coast, to upcoming LNG exports, to potential new pipelines, to forecasts for gas-fired power generation, the Gulf Coast and Southeastern U.S. natural gas markets have plenty of action. This discussion will focus on some of the most impactful events that could shape the Gulf Coast and Southeastern natural gas markets for years to come.

Many Americans lack a full understanding of the link between economic growth and the energy
policy options we face in the terms of fueling our future. How will exporting LNG and gas fired
generation affect the economy and the natural gas industry? In this day of natural gas “winners” and “losers”, it has become critical to not only understand the implications of the new financial
landscape, but to determine how to make these challenges your opportunities in 2013.

The Southeast is roaring! With Eagle Ford, Haynesville, Barnett, and others “in play” for the region, there’s action and gas flowing all over the Southeast. How does storage that’s nearing full capacity create value in today’s marketplace? How do changing market and supply dynamics affect the Southeast? Will we see long-term price stability? How will the latest news on the CenterPoint Midstream joint venture MLP affect the region and beyond? Get the insight firsthand from the experts who have the details about these new and exciting projects and developments that’ll directly affect the decisions made by the nat gas industry.

New World Order: Transformations in the Natural Gas Industry



From East to West and North to South, the natural gas market has and continues to experience
dramatic fundamental changes. New dynamics are transforming the market and forcing the
industry to reevaluate what it once knew. Where have we been, where are we now and where
do we go from here; a state of the union for the natural gas market.

Our gas buyer panelists will give you solid and valuable insight into what is currently working, what
they have learned and what they will do differently next time.

Will the Natural Gas Industry Find Harmony? Covering the Marcellus and Beyond

• Gas/Electric Harmonization: A pointed look at the recent FERC NOPR.


• Effects of the Weather: A unique perspective on the impact of the weather on the NatGas Industry.


• Pipeline expansion in the Northeast: What’s the hold-up?


• EPA Ruling & Coal Power Regulations: How it will impact the NatGas Industry as a whole, the speed of coal to gas conversion, and the supply/demand implications of changing the electric power stack.


• Crude topics: A look at the possibility of government approval of crude exports and the potential for a revised definition of “crude” to include condensates.


• Geopolitical issues: Is it realistic to believe that US LNG exports could defuse the situation in the Ukraine/Russia?


• Possible discussion of more LNG Exporting Terminals approved by the FERC.

With great innovation, comes great responsibility. This panel will explore what the industry is likely to face within the Marcellus region, as well as nationally, including discussions on pricing fluctuations, infrastructure issues, and what the implications are for buyers. The natural gas landscape holds multitudes of opportunities – hear from our speakers on how to effectively harness them and overcome the challenges.

Cost: $495.00 for LDC Gas Forum Attendees / $595.00 for non-attendees.



Location: Marriott Copley Hotel



Presented by: Mr. Wayne Penello, Founder, Risked Revenue Energy Associates



"Hedging for Budgetary Success" will demonstrate to attendees how to communicate to supervisors (PUCs, Board of Directors and rate payers) why hedging is prudent and/or necessary. Attendees will be introduced to a statistical approach developed by the instructor that quantifies the cost/benefit of hedging. They will be exposed to analytical tools that quantify risk in budgetary terms. These tools are used by more than 35 firms, managing more than $65 billion in cash flows, to communicate and document their rationale for hedging.



For more detailed course info. and to REGISTER, visit: http://www.ldcgasforums.com/ne/training.html

Revolution to Renaissance: How Shale Gas Is Transforming the Northeast


American energy is upending old paradigms, thanks in no small part to the shale gas revolution that has transformed the way we think about fueling our future. Technological innovation has granted us access to vast domestic supplies of a cleaner energy that can power our nation’s homes and industry, offer cleaner transportation and even export energy to our allies -- possibilities that seemed just 10 years ago to be pipe dreams. At the epicenter of this energy renaissance is the Marcellus Shale, which is transforming the Northeast into a global power player. From expanding regional storage and pipeline infrastructure to innovative electric market design, what will it take to ensure the full promise of this incredible domestic resource?

Is there enough supply to meet demand? Or will demand pale in comparison to the available supply? In an ever-changing market, it’s crucial to separate facts and fiction when it comes to managing risks and the future. Our experts will share their growth outlooks and how buyers and suppliers can plan accordingly.

Unconventional resources have transformed the global energy landscape, and the United States is reaping many of the benefits in the form of jobs, economic growth and affordable, reliable supplies of natural gas. On the whole, the industry successfully dealt with a significant “stress test” this past winter, as extreme cold weather led to record-breaking U.S. gas demand for heating requirements. Upon reflection, did the industry deliver as much gas as was needed, to where it was needed, when it was needed, maintaining affordability? What are the settings that will help us do this even better in the future?

Welcome Back Volatility: Supply and Demand Fundamentals In a New Gas Marketplace

• Weather Matters!


• Record Production On Hand….Why the Market Doesn’t Care and E&Ps are Indifferent


• Storage and Demand in a Tightening Market


• Systemic Demand Shifts and What to Expect On the 5 Year Horizon

Kick off the Northeast Forum with a networking reception hosted by OpenLink & Euler Hermes.

Location: Champions (Marriott Copley Bar)

Hear experts discuss the economic sustainability of the U.S. Shale Revolution in the face of an uncertain oil market, as well as big topics facing the Northeast:

- Differences in Residential & Commercial Power Demand
- Industrial Demand Across the Country
- Winters in New England & Pipeline Constraints – What Needs to Change?

Learn the latest on how the low oil and NGL prices are affecting regional production, and hear an overview of the Northeast as experts share insight on where all this gas is headed by addressing the impact of new infrastructure, LNG exports, and regional pricing forecasts.

Depart for optional Afternoon Activities ~ (Whale Watching Cruise, Distrigas LNG Terminal Tour; F1 Boston Racing).

This class provides tools that can be used to solve the most common dilemma facing managers of hedge programs; hedge portfolios are designed to insulate a firm’s cash flows from commodity price shocks, but hedge performance is often measured instead by profitability. See FULL course details here: http://www.ldcgasforums.com/ne_training/

The End of the Innocence: Supply and Demand in a Stagnant Production Environment

- The S&D balancing act – where we’ve been and where we are now.
- Production concerns for the balance of 2015.
- When will demand carry the day and push up prices?
- Storage inventory prognostications and impact on Winter 15/16.

Pipeline Expansion Projects, Northeast Commercial Activity, LNG Projects, Shale Gas Movement... this panel has it all! Hear from several speakers from leading companies in the region about how their current projects are helping raise the Natural Gas Industry to the next level.

Pipeline Expansion Projects, Northeast Commercial Activity, LNG Projects, Shale Gas Movement... this panel has it all! Hear from several speakers from leading companies in the region about how their current projects are helping raise the Natural Gas Industry to the next level.

With integrated energy markets, the challenges facing policy makers, and the credit risks facing industry players, only one thing is for sure…the natural gas market landscape is ALWAYS changing. This panel’s focus is on the convergence of power, pipes, and LNG in the Northeast. Learn how each shapes the gas and power markets moving forward, and find out what “The New Normal” will be.

Ongoing low prices for crude oil and products may lead to production cutbacks in wet gas production by mid-year. The recent rally in natural gas prices represents an early sign of a production slowdown, although shale will continue to be prolific. Should a production plateau materialize, how will it impact Marcellus pricing and supply into Northeast markets?

- Pricing and supply - recent history.
- Market impact of the crude collapse.
- Regional outcomes - Northeast demand and pipeline capacity growth.

Our gas buyer panelists will give you solid and valuable insight into what is currently working, what they have learned from volatility and what they will do differently next time. Topics of discussion to include:

1. What will be the impact from electric generation power burn this summer (i.e. coal switching)?
2. Are the planned Marcellus pipeline projects enough to affect the current basis?
3. When will the natural gas industry see a recovery in storage arbitrage?
4. When will the U.S. natural gas market see an increase in industrial demand (in reaction to low prices)?
5. Thoughts on the global LNG market, and how the added demand for US natural gas supplies will affect your supply strategy?
6. When will natural gas production slow down?
7. What buying or pricing strategies are you currently employing, for instance, what if any long-term purchases are you making or how are you managing hedging activities?
8. What factors, other than price, influence your decision to choose one supplier over another?