February 13 through 14, 2023

Physical & Financial Natural Gas Market (virtual)

Course Overview

This online program will present an overview of physical and financial natural gas markets. Attendees will review natural gas market basics, including terminology, concepts, and the mechanics of physical natural gas trading. They will discuss the role of NYMEX Natural Gas Futures Contract in determining the value of physical natural gas. Our expert instructor will provide an in-depth understanding of gas indices, fixed price, and physical basis deals. He will address major trends on how sellers and purchasers price physical natural gas. Attendees will gain an understanding of where to find price information, what affects prices, and the role of the natural gas index publishers.  They will leave the course with the ability to assess the importance of liquidity in physical natural gas markets and review considerations used to determine whether or not to hedge. The course will discuss the role of FERC, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), states, and other participants in regulating natural gas markets. The course will conclude with a discussion regarding where natural gas markets are headed.

Who Should Attend?

This program is ideal for personnel who need to broaden their understanding of natural gas markets, pricing and hedging. 

Registration Info

Provider: Russo on Energy

Date: Monday February 13, 2023 and Tuesday February 14, 2023

Time: 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. each day

Length: 2 days

Platform: Online

Capacity: minimum of 15 attendees; maximum of 20 attendees

Estimated Enrollment Fee

SCPPA MEMBER RATE (per attendee)

$350

(NOTE: the actual cost will be based on the final number of attendees and billed directly to the respective utilities. SCPPA Members do not need to make any payments online.)