Events

Collage of wind, solar, geothermal, battery storage and a transmission tower.

Resource Interconnection Standards Fair

Aug. 11, 2026
9a.m. - 4p.m.

The California ISO will host the annual Resource Interconnection Standards Fair on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026. The objective of this educational forum is to provide stakeholders with an opportunity to learn more about the ISO’s interconnection process and recent changes affecting Cluster 16, in preparation for the Cluster 16 window opening Oct. 1, 2026. The fair will include a series of presentations and discussions that outline the interconnection requirements for a new resource to be able to connect to the ISO grid. Presentations will cover a range of topics from submitting an interconnection request application to declaration of commercial operation. Transmission projects will not be addressed at this fair. If you plan to attend the meeting virtually or in person, please register by end of day Aug. 6, 2026.

The forum will include a series of presentations and discussions that outline the interconnection requirements for a new resource to be able to connect to the ISO grid. Presentations will cover a range of topics from submitting an interconnection request application to declaration of commercial operation. Transmission projects will not be addressed at this fair.

2026 Stakeholder Symposium

Oct. 5-6, 2026
SAFE Credit Union Convention Center
Kimpton Sawyer Hotel

This year’s symposium will once again bring together industry professionals, subject-matter experts, and thought leaders from across the western region. We will explore market expansion, emerging technological innovations, and the evolving grid. Attendees can expect timely insights, thoughtful dialogue, and meaningful connections with peers shaping the energy landscape.

We hope you will join us for the welcome reception on the evening of October 5 at the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel. This reception offers a relaxed and engaging atmosphere to reconnect with colleagues, meet new partners, and kick off the symposium with an evening of networking.

Registration is now open.

New Resource Implementation (NRI) Forum

Oct. 7, 2026
9a.m. - 4p.m.

Please save the date for the upcoming New Resource Implementation Forum being held at the California ISO. The forum is designed for CAISO Balancing Authority Area, New Resource Implementation developers and consultants to review current processes and highlight upcoming changes.

Topics:

Overview and updates on current New Resource Implementation (NRI) processes
Guidance on upcoming changes and implementation requirements
Interactive discussion and optional office hours for project-specific questions with the NRI team

Virtual and In-Person Attendance Registration Reminder:
If you plan to attend, please register by end of day Sept. 30, 2026.

Past events

2024 Stakeholder Symposium

View videos of the 2024 Stakeholder Symposium.