First Things RFirst: July 2024
Expert analysis for a more reliable, secure and resilient electric grid, plus news and updates for RF stakeholders.
Insights & Analysis
Security Matters: Travel security and situational awareness tips for all seasons
Whether traveling for business or pleasure, safety and security are excellent companions. Here are security tips to keep in mind when considering whether to travel with company equipment as well as situational awareness reminders to help ensure safe travels.
Regulatory Affairs: Grid reliability news we’re tracking
The latest regulatory headlines we’re tracking include:
- FERC accepts new cold weather standard and directs modifications
- FERC approves NERC Rules of Procedure revisions on inverter-based resource registration
- FERC issues advance notice of proposed rulemaking on dynamic line ratings requirements
- President signs bill supporting nuclear energy
News & Updates
NERC details Interregional Transfer Capability Study need and approach in new report
NERC issued a new report on the Interregional Transfer Capability Study (ITCS) that the ERO Enterprise is performing pursuant to a directive from Congress in the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023. The report, ITCS Overview of Study Need and Approach, discusses the purpose, background, and key objectives of the ITCS, as well as the transfer capability calculations and methodology used in the ITCS.
Upcoming Events
Aug. 7, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 10th Annual Protection System Workshop
This virtual workshop will cover a diverse range of topics and discussions relative to Protection Systems tailored to the needs of substation and transmission maintenance personnel; protection and controls experts; operations control room staff, including tools support personnel for EMS and SCADA; and asset design groups (substation and transmission). It will include speakers from RF, industry subject matter experts, and others.
Aug. 8, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | 7th Annual Human Performance Workshop
This virtual workshop will focus on practical application of human performance techniques and concepts for front-line activities that attendees can retain and use in transmission reliability related work areas such as operations, asset management, design, protection, maintenance, and others. The ideas, suggestions and stories shared during this highly interactive, free event are especially relevant for human resources professionals; asset management groups; internal control champions and specialists; company trainers; and leadership and others interested in these topics.
Aug. 19, 2-3:30 p.m. | Technical Talk with RF
Join us for the August edition of Technical Talk with RF on Aug. 19. Agenda details and Webex information will be posted on the event page once available.
Sept. 16-18 | Fall Reliability & Security Summit
Join RF in Indianapolis for the 2024 Fall Reliability & Security Summit. We’ll dive into the intersection of energy policy with reliability and security, as we navigate the challenges of a changing generation mix. Find additional agenda details and registration information on the event page on our website.
Sept. 25, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. | E-ISAC Physical Security Regional Workshop
E-ISAC is partnering with ReliabilityFirst, EPRI, ComEd, Edison Electric Institute, the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association and the American Public Power Association to host this regional physical security workshop. In response to the evolving physical threat environment impacting the electric industry, we invite you to join a free discussion about the current threat landscape, mitigation strategies, and lessons learned.
To explore our full calendar of upcoming events, click here.
First Things RFirst: July 2024