❄️New EOP-012-3 Regulations for Cold Weather Preparedness
Before Commissioners: David Rosner, Chairman; Lindsay S. See and Judy W. Chang; North American Electric Reliability Corporation: Order Approving Extreme Cold Weather Reliability Standard EOP-012-3 and Directing Data Collection
Summary
The Department of Energy's proposed Reliability Standard EOP-012-3 enhances cold weather preparedness for power generation. The standard requires generator owners to implement stricter operational protocols, including the timely declaration of Generator Cold Weather Constraints and detailed corrective action plans. This initiative aims to ensure reliable electricity supply during extreme cold weather events and outlines the criteria for evaluating compliance and operational reliability.
Agencies
- Energy Department
- Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The proposed Reliability Standard EOP-012-3 outlines new compliance requirements for generator owners related to cold weather preparedness, including risk assessments and corrective actions. These regulations could significantly affect the operations and financial strategies of related businesses, necessitating investments to ensure compliance.