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FERC Requests Comments on Grid Cybersecurity Initiatives | Inside Energy & Environment

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) recently signaled that it is exploring ways to improve the cybersecurity of the U.S. electricity grid.  On

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Today, Reliable Energy Analytics filed comments to FERC on the Cybersecurity Notice of Inquiry, recently issued: https://elibrary.ferc.gov/idmws/common/opennat.asp?fileID=15599285

The need to protect the electric grid from bad actors is reaching a higher level of consciousness. Proper vigilance through continuous monitoring for vulnerabilities and risks is needed as an early warning system. We all depend on reliable electricity supply, which is a key building block for our standard of living, health and happiness. I encourage anyone with an interest in keeping the grid safe from bad actors to file comments on FERC docket RM20-12-000

I hope you will join us on 8/12 for a PowerSession discussing best practices for software supply chain risk assessments in the Bulk Electric System, following the NIST Cybersecurity Framework best practices: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4446938902621840656?source=FEL

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