[Opinion] Securing the bulk-power system

What the US executive order on bulk-power systems gets right—and what's missing

Read our experts' opinions on President Trump's new executive order addressing US power grid vulnerabilities. The post What the US executive order on bulk-power systems gets right—and what’s missing appeared first on Atlantic Council.

Trump Declares National Emergency Over Foreign Bulk-Power Equipment Risks

President Donald Trump declared a national emergency on Aug. 26 to address what the administration described as an “unusual and extraordinary threat” to the U.S. bulk-power system, according to Executive Order 14420. The order invokes the International Emergency Economic Powers Act and the National Emergencies Act, citing risks from foreign-produced electrical equipment, software, and digital […]

Securing the bulk-power system

The White House issues an emergency order to secure the bulk-power system, plus: Emerald AI raises $150 million, Aspen Power makes an ITC deal on up to 30 projects, an EPC overcomes the elements at two community solar sites, and Avantus scores $300 million for a sequel in Kern County, CA.