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Tag Archives: Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Preparing for Evolving Cybersecurity Threats Facing the U.S. Electric Grid
Electricity is essential for modern life. In addition to our modern home conveniences, like our microwaves, computers, and lighting, electricity is vital to hospitals, first responders, and financial services in our country. So, what would happen if our electric grid … Continue reading
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October 16, 2019
Tagged critical infrastructure, Critical infrastructure protection, Critical infrastructure vulnerabilities, Cyber attacks, cybersecurity, Cyberspace threats, Department of Energy, Electricity, Electricity grids, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Frank Rusco, Information technology and cybersecurity, Natural Resources and Environment, Nick Marinos, Security threats
And the Emmy Goes to…
What do primetime television shows have to do with the work we do? More than you might think! We’re gearing up for this Sunday’s Emmys by looking at how some of the nominated shows deal with issues we’ve reported about. … Continue reading
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September 19, 2019
Tagged Andrew Von Ah, Dam safety, Department of Education, Education grants, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, Food and Drug Administration, Forensic Audits and Investigative Service, Gretta Goodwin, higher education, Homeland Security and Justice, Nathan Anderson, Perimeter security, Physical Infrastructure, Secret Service, Seto Bagdoyan, Student financial aid, Tim Persons
Electromagnetic Risks to the Nation’s Electric Grid (podcast)
A world without electricity sounds like the setting of a summer blockbuster, but electromagnetic events could pose real risks to the national power grid. These risks can be the result of a man-made explosion high above the ground creating an … Continue reading
