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Understanding the New Solar NERC GADS Reporting Requirement The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has long been a steward of the power industry, fostering reliability and security across the continent’s power grids. The Generating Availability Data System (GADS) plays a pivotal role in this mission by collecting, analyzing, and disseminating power plant performance data. …

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How NERC’s Threshold Change Will Affect Critical Infrastructure Protection The inverter-based resources (IBRs) that are now subject to NERC registration, meaning those connected to the bulk power system with an aggregate nameplate capacity of 20 MVA to 75MVA interconnected at voltage levels of at least 60kV, will face additional scrutiny. Specifically, they will be required …

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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) …

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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 …

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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 …

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While summertime evokes visions of barbeques, 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 …

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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 …

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