The Solar Energy Industries Association has posted a free on-demand webinar explaining the Obama Administration’s efforts to help promote clean solar energy.

Representatives of the White House, Council on Environmental Quality, Federal Environment Executive and other agency representatives visited SEIA’s office in Washington, D.C., for a live webinar to discuss opportunities to grow your business with in the federal sector.

Attendees learned:

• The Capital Solar Challenge, which includes opportunities for solar development in the National Capital Region
• Novel approaches to alternative financing for federal solar projects
• Expanding shared services for federal solar procurement, including aggregated or bulk solar purchase for multiple agencies in a single procurement
• Understanding new business opportunities in the mid-Atlantic and beyond

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The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has posted a free webcast of a recent day long seminar on uplift payments in energy and ancillary service markets operated by the Regional Transmission Organizations and Independent System Operators (RTOs/ISOs).

The presentation is divided into four panels, presenting a variety of topics on the subject.

The topics include causes of uplift, the impact on market participants, the price transparency and evolving market designs, and broader price formation issues.

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Energy Central will present a complimentary webinar on energy system compliance controls.

The webinar will be Tuesday, Oct. 28 at noon Eastern time.

Since 2007, the utility industry has been working to improve its compliance programs based on guidance from NERC and the Regional Entities, as well as lessons learned through audits, Energy Central says on its website. “Internal Controls” are central to the RAI, so it is critical to understand the changes to obtain reasonable assurance of compliance.

Basic control elements may include: oversight, risk assessment, controls activities (e.g., operating instructions, dashboards, alarms and alerts on operational controls), communications and training, Energy Central says.

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DLA Piper has posted a free on-demand webinar on payment provisions that can be used in contracts.

On its website, DLA Piper says the payment provisions are a fundamental part of any sourcing arrangement. There are a range of models which can be used in a contract – each of which have pros and cons and strike a different balance between risk and reward. A combination of factors will dictate which model is likely to work best in any given circumstance, including the risk appetite of the customer, the need for flexibility to deal with changing circumstances, the relationship of the parties and the incentives which otherwise exist in the contract.

This seminar considers both traditional and newer payment models, and discusses the key issues to consider with each, the firm says.

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Succeed Management Solutions will present a free webinar on the benefits of proactive loss analysis, incident management, and the best practices for proper incident reporting procedures.

The 45-minute webinar will be Tuesday, Oct. 14, beginning at noon Eastern time.

On its website, Succeed Management Solutions says this webinar was developed by certified safety and health experts who will provide an overview of the importance of loss prevention analysis, proper incident management programs, and how your risk management platform can help reduce your losses.

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The Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists will present a complimentary on-demand webinar separating fact from myth regarding seven common eDiscovery beliefs.

The webinar will be Wednesday, Oct. 22, beginning at 1 p.m. Eastern time.

Lisa Simmons, partner of Edwards Wildman Palmer LLP, and Carolyn Young, solutions engineer at Advanced Discovery, are presenters for the webinar.

Here are the seven myths they cover:

1. Legal knowledge alone demonstrates competence.
2. Only large defendants use eDiscovery.
3. Issuing a litigation hold satisfies your preservation requirements.
4. TAR can deliver more accurate results than human reviewers.
5. Requesting parties determine the method of discovery.
6. The addition of proportionality to the FRCPs will change your responsibilities.
7. Internal cooperation will improve your outcomes.

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Capitol Immigration Law Group offers a free on-demand webinar on recent trends in H-1B third party placements.

The webinar discusses most the trends, including update on the Neufeld Memo, consular trends and vendor liability.

The panel also reviews the most successful scenarios for fulfilling the employer-employee requirement. Presenters also discuss the recent developments in immigration compliance for off-site placements and avoiding possible criminal liability of H-1B petitioners.

The Capitol Immigration Law Group is a boutique law firm in Washington, D.C., specializing in permanent and temporary employment and family immigration law which helps both individuals and companies navigate United States immigration and naturalization law.

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Nixon Peabody has posted a free on-demand webinar on the complex issues at the intersection of insurance law and bankruptcy code.

On its website, the firm says that understanding these issues is important for insurers when faced with insureds that have filed for, or may be planning to file for, bankruptcy. With constantly evolving requirements, keeping this knowledge current is paramount to keeping your business moving forward.

The webinar covers these topics:

• Overview of the bankruptcy code: standards for filing, the differences between chapters 7 and 11, and how a debtor gets out of bankruptcy;
• Best practices in the event of an insured’s bankruptcy: policy cancelation, claims department procedures, and handling SIR issues;
• Mass tort bankruptcies: the asbestos crisis, requirements for a “channeling injunction,” and recent cases interpreting Section 524(g).

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Baker & McKenzie presents a free on-demand webinar on how companies can address antitrust issues and enforcement in their compliance programs.

The webinar includes discussion on cascading cartel investigations, iInformation exchange, dawn raid protocols, and  document management. This webinar is an installment in the firm’s Antitrust and Competition Strategies Series.

Presenters for the webinar are Edward W. Batchelor, a partner in the Baker & McKenzie Brussels office; Katherine Funk, a partner in the firm’s Washington, D.C., office; Dr. Akira Inoue, a partner in the Tokyo office; and María Carolina Pardo Cuéllar, a partner in the Bogota office.

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NY-BEST hosts a free on-demand webinar featuring three leading experts in intellectual property and patent law who provide attendees with the most up-to-date information about protecting intellectual property rights.

On its website, NU-BEST says the webinar is designed for any technology based start-up or entrepreneur or anyone else simply interested in protecting  intellectual property rights.

The panel of experts discusses the implications of recent changes to U.S. patent laws, with a specific emphasis on new first inventor to file rules, new post patent grant review procedures, and litigation issues associated with America Invents Act (AIA) changes.

The webinar is sponsored by NY-BEST members Harris Beach; Heslin, Rothenberg, Farley & Mesiti; and Hoffman Warnick.

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Now that the America Invents Act (AIA) is fully in effect what does patent procurement look like and what are the options as an inventor and/or entrepreneur?

The National Institute of Standards and Technology presents a free on-demand that examines patent procurement in the post-AIA world.

Specific topics include: first inventor to file changes; micro-entity status and other fee changes; new oath or declaration requirements; the pro bono program; and the small business patent ombudsman. As well discussing the changes and strategies for getting the most out of patent applications, from the types of filings one can pursue to understanding pre vs. post issue challenges of patent applications.

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Wolfsdorf Rosenthal has posted a free on-demand webinar about issues regarding visas and green cards for artists and entertainers.

On its website, the firm says this session explores the O & P visas and EB-11 green card categories as well as strategies for successful processing for various artists of extraordinary ability in the arts including the film, television, music and entertainment.

In addition, there is an in-depth insight into how to qualify and meet the various eligibility criteria, along with a general overview of application procedures including obtaining advisory opinions and timelines.

The moderator is Cliff Rosenthal.

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Energy Central will present a complimentary webinar on vulnerabilities and risks that can threaten an energy system’s security plan.

The webinar will be Thursday, Oct. 9, beginning at noon Eastern time.

Energy Central says the webinar will address such questions as: What are the components of a threat, vulnerability, and risk assessment? How do threats, vulnerabilities, and risks drive my security plan? What are common threats to the energy sector? What cybersecurity considerations can I incorporate with CIP 014? What law enforcement policies, standards, and doctrines can I leverage?

Energy Central provides a broad base of information products – news, directories, events, databases, books, periodicals, reports – all focused on the energy industry and available online.

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Oil and Gas IQ has posted a free on-demand webinar on better management of contractual information to reduce major cost overruns and delays in oil and energy projects.

Information can be both structured and unstructured, formal and informal, and marshalling these efficiently will guarantee a successful formula for all oil and energy companies to better do their business, Oil and Gas IQ says on its website.

The three pillars discussed in this webinar include understanding and organising all that constitutes Contract Relationship Information, fostering communication between buyer and contractor teams, and maintaining a structured approach to information throughout the lifecycle of a project.

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IBM presents a complimentary on-demand webinar on legal risk management and increased pressure to renegotiate contracts.

On its website, IBM says legal teams across global organizations are dealing with rising regulatory and compliance demands while also managing legal risks and increased pressure to renegotiate contracts.

M.C. McBain, General Counsel, discusses how to learn how to gain visibility and control over legal documents—from email threads to contracts—and stay a step ahead of your next audit.

You will learn:

• Why increasing business pressure is causing general counsels and corporate legal departments to do more with less
• How the lack of a centralized contract management system is leaving legal departments with limited visibility into their global contracts
• Ways to mitigate risk in contracts across the organization with visibility and control

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Haynes and Boone has posted the seminar materials on the firm’s recent update on Mexican energy reforms plus joint venturing challenges and solutions in Mexico.

On its website, Haynes and Boone says that Mexico’s energy reform is creating tremendous business opportunities in the energy industry, including for oilfield service companies. However, participating in a joint venture to enter the Mexican market is not like going into North Dakota.

This seminar is a nuts and bolts presentation on what you need to know about joint ventures now to follow your customers and opportunities into Mexico, the firm says.

Haynes and Boone partner Chris Wolfe is moderator for the seminar.

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ConEdison Solutions and Energy Manager Today will present a one-hour energy management webinar looking ahead at the upcoming winter energy market.

The webinar will be Wednesday, Oct. 8, beginning at 2 p.m. Eastern time.

The history-making 2013-2014 Winter Polar Vortex dramatically demonstrated the importance of energy supplier transparency, Energy Manager Today says on its website.  With both demand and prices reaching record highs, users need to fully understand the energy supply products they are purchasing, and be aware of and manage the risks and responsibilities being shared between customer and supplier.

The actions of some market participants reminded us that energy users need to be vigilant. Customers should make educated decisions when purchasing their energy supply.  In a marketplace that often defies prediction, the energy consumer needs to fully comprehend the range of risks and benefits that may be associated with the contracts they sign.

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Baker Hostetler has posted a complimentary webinar on current federal regulatory developments as they affect oil and gas exploration and development in the United States.

On its website, the firm says that federal agencies and legislators are debating issues that impact oil and gas operations across the country and have international implications. Such issues include authorizing natural gas exports, increasing federal regulatory scrutiny over hydraulic fracturing activities (both onshore and offshore) and ensuring the safety of new and existing oil and gas infrastructure such as pipelines.

In addition, there is a political and legislative debate over whether LNG should be exported from the United States as well as what role, if any, the federal government should play in the regulation of hydraulic fracturing. This multitude of emerging issues presents complex challenges to continued development, he firm says.

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Sutherland Asbill & Brennan have posted a complimentary webinar on current trends in alternative investing in the commodities sector, particularly energy, for insurers, pension funds and other institutional investors.

With recent changes in the marketplace for physical commodities trading, project development and finance, it is important to consider how such changes have resulted in the burgeoning demand for investment capital, structural issues, and the regulatory framework for alternative investments for insurers and other regulated investors, including the Dodd-Frank Act, CFTC, SEC, and state insurance regulations, Sutherland says on its website.

This webinar consists of an informative and interactive discussion on the current trends in alternative investing in the commodities sector, particularly energy, for insurers, pension funds and other institutional investors.

Speakers include Frank Conley, Managing Director of Freepoint Commodities, Marietta Moshiashvili, Managing Director of TIAA-CREF, and Sutherland Partners David McIndoe and Thomas Warren.

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MyCase, developer of web-based practice management software for lawyers, has posted a free on-demand webinar about conducting cost-effective legal and investigative research.

Carole Levitt and Mark Rosch, principals of Internet For Lawyers and co-authors of six ABA Internet research books, including Internet Legal Research On a Budget and The Cybersleuth’s Guide to the Internet, are presenters for the webinar.

The webinar offers tips on how to search like a cyber-detective, gather investigative information using expensive databases for free, use databases like Casemaker and Fastcase, become an expert searcher using Google Scholar, FDsys, and PACER, and decrease research costs with free (or low-cost) Internet sites.

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