Strengthening Power Grid Security: Protecting Against Outages and Attacks
This act aims to enhance the security of electricity supply in the U.S. by protecting the power grid from physical and cyber attacks. This means a lower risk of power outages and more stable operation of electrical devices in homes. The government will collaborate with energy companies to improve their ability to defend against threats.
Key points
Introduction of training programs for electric utilities to better handle cyber threats and physical attacks.
Facilitating information sharing and best practices among electric utilities to increase their resilience.
Regular updates to tools for estimating power outage costs and grid reliability indicators, aiding in planning and preventing failures.
Confidentiality of grid security information to protect sensitive data from disclosure.
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