Paul Murphy, President and CEO, Independent Electricity System Operator
Tuesday April 24, 2012 Toronto Roundtable Event: Leading Ontario’s Power System Through Change
Changes in the Ontario electricity sector have become an intense topic of interest for many Ontarians. Renewable generation, smart grid technologies and increased consumer engagement opportunities have already become mainstream contributors to the power grid. The IESO’s work with sector partners will address the challenges of integrating these changes in order to maximize the long term reliability and efficiency benefits to Ontario.
Paul Murphy is President and CEO of Ontario's Independent Electricity System Operator (IESO) and as such is responsible for overseeing the safe and reliable operation of Ontario's bulk electrical system - one of the most diversified, reliable and efficient in the world. The organization also oversees the IESO-administered wholesale electricity markets. Previously, as Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Murphy led the IESO through the opening of the market and the recovery from the 2003 blackout. He has worked in the operation and planning of Ontario’s electrical system for over 30 years and in the development of competitive markets for the last ten.
Mr. Murphy frequently represents the IESO and other independent system operators on multi-jurisdictional committees providing strategic and policy advice on reliability and cyber security matters. Mr. Murphy currently serves as Chair of the Ontario Smart Grid Forum, an industry initiative aimed at advancing the development of a smart grid in Ontario.
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