On the physical side: Following a spike in attacks on substations in recent years, FERC has approved new NERC standards to fortify “vulnerable” electric infrastructure. The new requirements include regular risk assessments and physical security plans.
On the digital side: Duke Energy, Exelon, Southern Co., and NextEra Energy met with OpenAI to hear a pitch for the tech company’s $1B cybersecurity initiative, Politico reported. It’s interesting timing, considering how some of Open AI ’s own models recently went rogue. Our interpretation: Cybersecurity is top of mind for utilities right now, and OpenAI sees a lucrative opportunity.
Sat, Sep 12
Molly Glick
Energy Central Team
NEWS: Threats to electric infrastructure are on the rise. Here’s how the industry is responding:
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