Demystifying Blockchain Technology: New Enterprise Applications and Disruptive Opportunities

Blockchain is the technology underlying the sometimes infamous digital currency, Bitcoin. However, applications of blockchain technology go well beyond digital currencies, and are poised to bring big changes to a variety of industries. This presentation will provide a non-technical, easy-to-understand explanation of blockchain technology, review industrial applications where it is being developed or proposed, as well as provide an in-depth look on its potential impact on the energy vertical.
 
Presenter Buck Endemann is a partner at K&L Gates' San Francisco office, where he is a member of the power practice group. He provides comprehensive counseling on energy, infrastructure and remediation projects, including advice on air, water and waste compliance issues, and represents clients in related litigation.

Mr. Endemann has extensive experience on the commercial, land use, and regulatory aspects of renewable energy and infrastructure projects throughout the Western United States, with an emphasis on California. He has a particular expertise before the California Public Utilities Commission and counsels clients on California Independent System Operator (CAISO) issues.  Mr. Endemann is also well-versed in the primary federal and state environmental, water, and species laws, including, CERCLA, RCRA, NEPA, CEQA, Endangered Species Act, Migratory Bird Treaty Protection Act, and Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act. Mr. Endemann has also counseled clients in proceedings before the Los Angeles Department of Water Resources and Water Replenishment District of Southern California.