Americans are using more electricity than ever. As more of our lives are conducted digitally and rely on services powered by electricity, there is also an increased push to move sectors like transportation and home heating and cooling to run on electricity. That makes the nation increasingly dependent on the security and reliability of the power system – which faces mounting threats from cyber breaches and attacks.
Read MoreFERC Should Approve WPP’s WRAP to Enhance Electric Reliability in the West, but an Organized Regional Energy Market Would Bring the Greatest Benefits
EPSA filed comments supporting the WPP’s Western Resource Adequacy Program (WRAP), but says further increasing regional competition by establishing a regional competitive energy market would do even more to mitigate increasing stress on the Western U.S. power grid.
Read MoreOrganized Wholesale Markets Can Bring Power Solutions to Western Customers, but Must Avoid Utility Dominance
EPSA urges FERC to support establishing a regional transmission organization (RTO) in the the western states, with recommendations for success.
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Amidst Supply Chain Woes, Competitive Power Suppliers Continue to Develop Clean Energy Projects
Energy Department and Biden Administration efforts to address shipping delays can ease potential future strains on energy infrastructure development, EPSA tells DOE.
Read MoreFERC Can Help Protect America’s Grid by Extending Cybersecurity Incentives to All Parts of the Electric System
Providing incentives to all parts of America’s bulk electric system—including competitive power suppliers—will help ensure the greatest possible protection for our critical infrastructure and the millions who rely on it.
Read MoreHow the Electric Industry Kept the Lights on Through COVID-19
Our power grid is complex and interconnected. Keeping it running is a team effort pulling in all sectors of the industry, emergency responders, government agencies, and public officials.
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