As the Interstate Oil and Gas Compact Commission recently noted, “the dramatic increase in earthquake activity in the midcontinent since 2009 has focused attention on the potential hazard posed by earthquake induced injection.” States are adopting new regulatory requirements to address seismic concerns, and last month the Sierra Club filed a first-of-its-kind RCRA lawsuit over this issue. Please join us for a discussion of these developments, which will cover:

• An introduction to the evolving science of injection-induced earthquakes, with examples from Colorado and nearby states
• COGCC requirements that address the potential for induced earthquakes
• Regulatory strategies developed by other states and provinces as well as pending litigation on this subject

Speakers for this program will include:

• Stuart Ellsworth, Engineering Manager, COGCC
• Brenna Finn, Associate, Davis Graham
• Dave Neslin, Of Counsel, Davis Graham
• Anne Sheehan, Professor Geological Sciences, CIRES of CU Boulder

Event Information

April 12, 2016

1550 17th Street
Suite 500
Denver, CO 80202

7:30 AM | Breakfast & Registration
8:00 AM | Program

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Join us for a discussion of the new COGCC rules to implement Governor’s Task Force Recommendations 17 and 20. Topics will include:

• New rules governing the development of large scale facilities in urban mitigation areas
• New rules governing the submittal of certain information to municipalities
• Lessons learned from the rulemaking
• Implications for future development in and near urban areas

Speakers for this program will include:

• John Jacus, Partner, Davis Graham
• Dave Neslin, Of Counsel, Davis Graham
• Greg Nibert, Associate, Davis Graham

Event Information

February 3, 2016

7:30 AM | Breakfast & Registration
8:00 AM | Program

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Supplemental Materials

• Final Draft Rules
• Draft Statement of Basis and Purpose
• Cover Letter and Proposed Revisions
• COGCC Staff Hearing Presentation

Please join Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP, Tom McGimpsey of Advanced Energy Industries, David Harkin of J.P. Morgan Investment Banking New York, Chad Stowe of Hein and Associates, and your public company peers for our 10th Annual Update.

Discussions will cover a range of topics, including:

• Shareholder Activism
  • Discussion of current activism environment
  • How to prepare for 2016: Review of recent market developments and key cases
• Cybersecurity
  • SEC enforcement trends
  • Emerging challenges for 2016
  • Review of recent SEC comments
• Securities and Capital Markets Update
  • Equity and debt issuances 2016: Legal developments
  • Executive compensation rule changes

Full Agenda

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Event Information

January 7, 2016

7:30 AM | Breakfast & Registration
8:00-10:30 AM | Program

The Ritz-Carlton
1881 Curtis Street
Denver, CO 80202

Join us for a discussion of oilfield master service agreements (MSAs). Topics will include:

• Why are MSAs used?
  • What are the benefits of having an MSA?
  • What happens if an MSA is not in place?
• Typical MSA terms, particularly the indemnities
• Insurance provisions
  • Avoiding insurance coverage gaps
  • Preventing risk transfer failures

Speakers for this program will include:

• Damian Arguello, Partner, Davis Graham
• Gene Lang, Of Counsel, Davis Graham
• Dean Miller, Of Counsel, Davis Graham

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Join us for a discussion on solar energy developments and trends in Colorado. Topics will include:

• Net Metering and Beyond – Colorado PUC Proceedings Critical to Solar
• State Efforts to Advance Solar – Are We Keeping Up with the National Curve?
  • Industry Needs
  • State Policy and Legislative Initiatives
  • Clean Power Plan Opportunities

This program will be moderated by Rebecca Cantwell, Executive Director of the Colorado Solar Energy Industries Association. Other speakers will include:

• Roger Freeman, Partner, Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP
• Matt Jones, Colorado State Senator
• Taylor Henderson, Development & Acquisitions, Soltage
• Christopher Worley, Director of Policy & Research, Colorado Energy Office

Event Information

October 22, 2015
Breakfast | 7:30 AM
Program | 8:00-9:30 AM

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Part Two: Environmental Self-Audits and Self-Disclosure

Environmental self-audits are an effective tool to detect and correct potential non-compliance with environmental laws. In addition, EPA’s Audit Policy and various state environmental audit privilege and immunity laws provide incentives for self-disclosure of non-compliance subject to certain eligibility criteria.

Our panel will discuss the strategic considerations for conducting self-audits, including risks, timing, scope, and privilege, as well as the incentives for self-disclosure to EPA and/or a state agency. We will also discuss EPA’s new e-Disclosure System and reserve time for audience questions.

Our speakers for this program are:

• Nicole Abbott, Of Counsel, Davis Graham
• Randy Dann, Partner, Davis Graham
• Kenny Malmquist, Managing Principal, SLR International Corporation

This seminar will be moderated by Davis Graham Partner, Eric Waeckerlin.

Event Information

October 1, 2015
Breakfast | 7:30 AM
Program | 8:00-9:00 AM

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Part One: EPA Information Request Letters – Practical Tips and Guidance for Responding in Today’s Enforcement Climate

Most environmental statutes provide EPA with broad information gathering authority to examine a company’s compliance with applicable environmental laws or waste-related practices. One of the ways in which EPA exercises this authority is via the Information Request letter, which may be a prelude to formal enforcement or administrative action.

Our panel will discuss the scope of EPA’s information gathering authority, as well as the “dos” and “don’ts” of responding to EPA Information Request letters. They will each begin with a brief review of specific information gathering provisions available to EPA under CERCLA, the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water Act, and RCRA in addition to participating in an interactive discussion of common concerns and issues to be addressed under all of these provisions. Ample time will be reserved for audience questions.

Our speakers for this program are:

• Adam Cohen, Partner, Davis Graham
• Randy Dann, Partner, Davis Graham
• Mave Gasaway, Associate, Davis Graham

This seminar will be moderated by Davis Graham Partner, John Jacus.

Event Information

August 20, 2015
Breakfast | 7:30 AM
Program | 8:00-9:00 AM

Please join Davis Graham & Stubbs for a discussion of EPA’s and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineer’s recently finalized jurisdictional Waters of the U.S. rule, related Clean Water Act issues, and what it all means for your business. Topics will include:

• Discussion of the new jurisdictional Waters of the U.S. rule, including the new definition of tributary, adjacent waters, significant nexus, and new exclusions
• Identifying jurisdictional waters in the field under the new rule
• Section 404 permitting after the new rule
• Discussion of pending litigation and legislation
• Legal and technical considerations and risks for your facilities and projects
• Practical steps to avoid or minimize risk under the new rule

Our Speakers for this program are:

• Eric Waeckerlin, Partner, Davis Graham (moderator)
• Zach Miller, Partner, Davis Graham
• Mave Gasaway, Associate, Davis Graham
• Noah Greenberg, Wetlands Scientist & Aquatic Specialist, Wright Water Engineers

Event Information

July 30, 2015
Breakfast | 7:30 AM
Program | 8-9:30 AM

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Join your peers and Davis Graham attorneys for this networking event where we will talk about Colorado’s vibrant cleantech economy, climate issues, sustainability, and of course, doing our part to sequester CO2.

Event Information

June 4, 2015
5:00 – 7:00 PM

Mockery Brewing Co.
3501 Delgany Street
Denver, CO 80216

Please join Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP and the Nevada Water Resources Association for a discussion of hot topics in water rights and 404 permitting. Topics will include:

• Acquisition of Water Rights for Mineral Development
• Nevada Water-Related Legislative and Regulatory Update
• Mining Pit Lake Issues
• New U.S. “Jurisdictional Waters” Rule

Our Speakers for this program are:

• Laura Granier, Partner, Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP
• Jason King, State Engineer, Nevada Division of Water Resources
• Zach Miller, Partner, Davis Graham & Stubbs LLP

Event Information

June 18, 2015

Breakfast | 7:30 AM
Program | 8-9:30 AM

Peppermill Hotel
Tuscany Ballroom 6
2702 S. Virginia St.
Reno, NV 89502