October 11, 2024

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Colonial Hack Sparks Competing Recommendations at FERC
The ransomware attack that crippled Colonial Pipeline’s network was still fresh on the mind of FERC commissioners at their open meeting.
Texas RE Knee-deep in Response to Feb. Winter Storm
Texas RE’s primary focus is on preventing another event similar to ERCOT’s near collapse during February’s winter storm, staff told their board.
FERC Summer Assessment Spotlights Western Drought Risks
Extreme heat and drought conditions are a major cause for concern in the Western Interconnection, according to FERC’s summer assessment.
Cybersecurity Top Concern at DOE Budget Hearing
Wednesday’s hearing before the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy focused on the recent Colonial Pipeline cyberattack.
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Standards Committee Spars Again over Drafting Team Leaders
The NERC Standards Committee argued over the nominees to lead the standard drafting team for Project 2021-03.
SERC Urges Preparation Ahead of 2021 Hurricane Season
With another active Atlantic hurricane season expected for 2021, participants in SERC’s spring extreme weather webinar urged utilities to prepare now.
Energy, Building Cybersecurity Top Concerns at DOE National Labs
Cybersecurity will be a critical challenge for grid-interactive buildings, according to the U.S. national laboratories.
Western Drought Increases Wildfire Risks
Utility wildfire experts told WECC that another expected year of hot, dry weather will increase the danger of major fires in the West.
Biden Directs Federal Cybersecurity Overhaul
In response to the ransomware attack on Colonial Pipeline, President Biden ordered a number of new mandates for CISA to improve cybersecurity preparedness.
NERC Board of Trustees/MRC Briefs: May 13, 2021
NERC’s Board of Trustees and Member Representatives Committee approved a slew of actions at a packed virtual meeting on Thursday.

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