FAQs – 2022 IEEE Power & Energy Society General Meeting (GM) 17 – 21 July 2022

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What cities will be hosting the upcoming IEEE PES GMs?

The upcoming IEEE PES GM conferences will be held in the following cities

16 – 20 July 2023 – Orlando, Florida – Save the Date/Call for Papers
2024 – Seattle, Washington

Is there a virtual option for the 2022 IEEE PES General Meeting?

There is not a virtual option for the 2022 IEEE PES General Meeting. The PES GM Steering Committee feels this event should be experienced in person since networking is key benefit of this event. As we continue to monitor and be nimble in the new events landscape, we are considering viable hybrid options for future IEEE PES General Meetings. All presentations from the event will be made available in the PES Resource Center at no charge to PES members.

Health And Safety

2022 IEEE Power and Energy Society General Meeting (PES GM) Health and Safety Hub

The health and safety of our conference attendees is our top priority. The 2022 IEEE PES GM Organizing Committee remains vigilant in monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic.

PES GM is planned as in person event. We look forward to you joining us in Denver, CO.

PES GM will be following all local guidelines and adhering to venue-specific standards in order to host the event safely and effectively.

Masks are still strongly recommended in indoor public settings, to help reduce transmission and keep Denver at a low risk level, but they are not mandated.

Before Leaving Home

Individuals who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, have tested positive for COVID-19, or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 are encouraged to stay home.
Be sure to monitor your home country/location’s travel requirements to say current in the event of any restrictions or requirements that may prohibit your ability to travel.

Increased Sanitization and Hygiene

The Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel will follow the best practices established in Marriott Commitment to Clean.
Hand sanitizing products will be made available throughout the event space
Sanitizing wipes will be provided in every room for speaker use at the podium
Audio-visual equipment such as keyboards, laser pointer, and mics will be wiped down with sanitizer wipes between each session and at regular intervals throughout the day

What You Can Do to Help Onsite

Consider wearing a mask, however, masks are not required. Vaccinated or not, wearing a mask in indoor public space can help protect you and everyone else close to you.
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
Follow the World Health Organization’s (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) guidelines to prevent the spread of infectious diseases at the event
Discourage physical greetings like handshakes, high fives, fist or elbow bumps, and hugs
Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
Maintain social distancing between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing
Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth
If you have fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early

Local COVID-19 Testing

If needed there are various local options for local COVID-19 testing. Attendees will need to reach out and arrange appointments and testing themselves.

Health Screening and COVID Testing Locations

Denver Health Urgent Care

0.1 miles from CCC

303-602-6500

1545 California St.

HOURS Mon-Fri: 7:00am-6:00pm, Sat & Sun: 9:00am-4:00pm

*PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time 24hrs. No appointment needed. Not offered for guests who do not have symptoms or require a test to travel home.

COVID Check Colorado

0.2 miles from CCC

1600 California Street, Ste 1

HOURS Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 8:00am-12:00pm

16th Street Mall – Walk Up (nasal and saliva testing available)

*PCR Tests. Appointment encouraged, but not required. Test results take 2 -3 days.

*Located at the last door on the right of the building, in the former Great Clips space (east of Target; Glenarm side). Free for Coloradoans and out of state visitors, including international travelers. Guaranteed to be here until July 1^st.

https://covidcheckcolorado.org

https://covidcheckcolorado.org/faq/

CVS Pharmacy

0.2 miles from CCC

303-534-1182

750 16th St Mall, Denver, CO 80202

HOURS Sun-Sat: 9:00am-9:00pm

*Rapid home tests available for sale.

https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic/covid-19-testing/covid-assessment

ZoomCare

0.6 miles from CCC

503-684-8252

1431 15th St.

HOURS Mon-Fri: 7:00am-5:00pm, Sat & Sun: 8:00am-5:00pm

*Rapid and PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time for rapid is within the day. Turnaround time for PCR is 3-5 days. Appointment is needed (book online). Offered for guests regardless of having symptoms or not.

https://www.zoomcare.com/covid-testing

Denver Health Adult Urgent Care Clinic

1.5 miles from CCC

303-436-6000

660 Bannock St., Pavilion L, 1^st Floor, Denver, CO 80204

HOURS Daily 7:00am-7:00pm

*PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time 24-48 hours. Appointment is needed. Not offered for guests who do not have symptoms.

https://www.denverhealth.org/services/emergency-medicine/urgent-care

Intravene Mobile Health

1.6 miles from CCC

303-349-8814

525 Santa Fe Dr.

*Rapid and PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time for rapid is 15-30 minutes. Turnaround time for PCR is 2-4 hours. A specialized nurse comes to your location to perform the test. Rapid test $149.99, PCR test $289. As an add on, this company also specializes in IV therapy to boost your immune system. This can take 45-60 mins depending on treatment. Appointment is needed (book online).

https://intravenewellnesstherapies.com/rapid-covid-test-home/

Support@intravenewellnesstherapies.com

AFC Urgent Care Denver Five Points

1.8 miles from CCC

303-758-2800

3177 N Downing St.

HOURS Mon-Fri: 8:00am-6:00pm, Sat & Sun: 8:00am-4:00pm

*Rapid and PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time for rapid 30mins-1hr. Turnaround time for PCR 24-48 hrs. Appointment is needed (book online). Offered for guests regardless of having symptoms or not.

https://afcurgentcaredenver.com/urgent-care-at-denver-five-points/

AFC Urgent Care Denver Speer

2.2 miles from CCC

303-733-4000

777 E Speer Blvd #100

HOURS Mon-Fri: 8:00am-8:00pm, Sat & Sun: 8:00am-6:00pm

*Rapid and PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time for rapid 30mins-1hr. Turnaround time for PCR 24-48 hrs. Appointment is needed (book online). Offered for guests regardless of symptoms.

https://afcurgentcaredenver.com/contact-us/urgent-care-at-denver-speer/

SameDay Health- Cherry Creek

3.6 miles from CCC

310-697-8126

231 Detroit St, Denver, CO 80206

HOURS Daily 7:30am-6:30pm

*Testing turnaround time varies depending on which test patient selects.

https://www.sameday-testing.com/

Walgreens

5.4 miles from CCC

303-758-8083

1111 S Colorado Blvd., Denver, CO 80246