Expert Insights from the Radian Generation Team

3 Things to Know About NERC’s “Work Plan” The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued an order on May 18, 2023, titled “Order Approving Registration Work Plan.” This new order directs the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) to move forward with its plan for identifying and registering owners and operators of inverter-based resources (IBRs) […]

What you Need to Know In May of this year (2023), the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued new guidelines for Inverter Based Resources which are meant to protect and enhance the reliability of the bulk power system. In a work plan submitted by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), the agency aims to […]

The Need Renewable energy organizations need to manage their assets and inventory effectively to achieve availability goals, increase cyber security, reduce risk, comply with industry standards and control costs all while working to turn a profit. Utilizing a comprehensive IT/OT asset management and inventory control framework can make the task much more manageable. Asset Status […]

While summertime evokes visions of barbecues, sunscreen and vacations, it is also a time when generation entities and transmission service providers face extreme hot weather conditions. During these periods of excessive heat, it is critical these sources ensure reliable operation. For this reason, the Public Utilities Commission of Texas (PUCT) adopted PUCT Rule 25.55 in […]

Revolutionizing Renewable Energy The renewable energy industry is constantly evolving, with companies continually seeking innovative ways to streamline their operations and maximize output. By automating land control activities, businesses can increase efficiency, enhance accuracy and compliance, make better-informed decisions, scale their operations, and ultimately boost profitability. The power of automation will help drive the industry forward, creating renewable energy. Increased Efficiency and Time Savings Manual land […]

What Is It? On April 1, 2023, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) implemented new cold weather requirements focused on Generator Owners. What is notable is the requirements provide basic cold weather operations considerations, as well as provide training to those teams on-site that are tasked with maintaining and operating these assets during times […]

The ins and outs of NERC compliance are a challenge even for experienced renewable energy developers and owners. In Parts One, Two and Three of this four-part series, we covered common NERC mistakes, registration requirements, and the standards that most impact renewable energy projects in the development stage. We will bring this series to a close with a look at […]

ERC compliance is mystifying even for experienced solar developers and owners. In Parts One and Two of this four-part series, we covered common mistakes and NERC registration requirements. Now, let’s discuss the NERC standards that have the most impact during the solar development phase. First, how do you determine which, if any, NERC standards will apply to your solar project? There is […]

Founded in the wake of the 2003 Northeast Blackout, the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is responsible for ensuring the reliability of the Bulk Electric System (BES). It is an independent self-regulatory organization with a federal mandate to create Reliability Standards—an agreed rule set by which every high voltage generator and transmission line must […]

August typically ushers in fire season on the West Coast but, this year, the fires have started earlier and are already more destructive than we have seen in previous years. Historic heat waves and drought fueled by climate change have made the West hotter and drier in the past 30 years and these dangerous conditions […]