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We are looking forward to joining our members in San Antonio, TX for the 26th Annual Coal Users’ Group Safety and Technical Forum. Please find helpful information in this email for your event planning and if you have any questions feel free to text me at 832-622-6083 and I will get back to you as soon as possible. PowerGen will be held at the Henry B. Gonzales Convention Center, Pick up your badge in the lobby. Coal Users’ Group Meeting Room TBA and below is the Preliminary schedule for the CUG Sessions and what comes with your registration. PowerGen Schedule and meeting room numbers can be found on the mobile app. Kim Arellano, Administrator, Coal Users’ Group Registration includes access to all Coal Users’ Group and PowerGen activities listed below. To attend any of the PowerGen session you will need to register on their website at https://www.powergen.com/attend. You can register through their site and add CUG sessions for an additional $200. Preliminary Schedule of Events to be finalized by December 1st. 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM Joint Workshop with CUG and EPRI Joint Insights: Linking Combustion Practices to Boiler Health and Performance Join the Coal Users’ Group and EPRI for a collaborative deep dive into the complex relationship between combustion practices, flexible plant operations, and boiler damage mechanisms. This technical workshop will explore the challenges of varying fuel qualities, the impact of operational flexibility, and the resulting wear on boiler systems. Through expert-led sessions, real-world case studies, and an interactive roundtable, participants will gain actionable insights to enhance reliability, reduce damage, and optimize performance in today’s dynamic energy environment. 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM Reception Tuesday, January 20, 2026 7-8 AM Breakfast and Roundtable discussion 8-10 AM PowerGen International Keynote 10:00 AM Break 10:30 - Noon Welcome and Overview and opening sessions 12 - 1:30 PM Lunch on Exhibit Floor 1:30 -4:30 PM Breakout Sessions 4:30 - 6 PM Reception on Exhibit Floor Wednesday, January 21, 2026 7:00 - 8:00 AM Breakfast and Roundtable discussion 8:00 – Noon Morning Breakout Sessions 12 - 1:30 PM Lunch on Exhibit Floor 1:30 – 4:30 PM Afternoon Breakout Sessions 4:30 - 6 PM Reception on Exhibit Floor Thursday, January 22, 2026 7:00 – 10:30 AM Breakfast and Better Practice Open Discussion Workgroups
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