April 11, 2025

NERC targets winter grid reliability with new extreme cold weather standards

New generating units in commercial operation on or after Oct. 1, 2027, are required to have cold-weather capability.

Cold Weather Protection: The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) submitted new reliability standards (EOP-012-3) to FERC on April 10. These standards aim to enhance generator cold-weather preparedness and address operational vulnerabilities to strengthen grid reliability. They incorporate FERC's June 2024 directives. Key Requirements: Generator owners and operators of bulk electric system units operating in freezing conditions must comply. Key ...

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Filing Date: April 10, 2025

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RD25-7

Short Summary:

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) submitted new reliability standards (EOP-012-3) to FERC for extreme cold weather preparedness and operations. These standards, filed April 10, aim to strengthen grid reliability by improving generator preparedness and addressing operational vulnerabilities.

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Grid Reliability & Security

Tags: Extreme Weather, Generator Weatherization, Grid Reliability

Entities: North American Electric Reliability Corporation

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Regions: United States

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Regulators: FERC, North American Electric Reliability Corporation

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Reliability Standards – Request for Approval