Grid remains vulnerable to extreme cold despite generator improvements, NERC warns

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation said generators have made progress weatherizing for winter but the power system still faces significant reliability risks during cold-weather periods.

First covered Nov 10, 2026 · 6:30 AM PT · 1 article

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22h Utility Dive Most generators prepared for extreme cold, but risks remain: NERC — Despite improvements to cold-weather operations, the grid “continues to face serious reliability risks during the winter period,” NERC President and CEO Jim…

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Appeared in: 2026-11-10 (#4) · 2026-11-11 (#7)

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