WECC News

WECC Publishes Report on Multiple Inverter-based Resource Disturbances _New

In collaboration with CAISO and NERC, WECC has released the Inverter-Based Resource Disturbances in the Western Interconnection: CAISO, NERC, and WECC Staff Report. The analysis reviews four BPS disturbances that occurred in the West between March and June 2024. It highlights the importance of ensuring all BPS-connected IBRs operate reliably to support the grid. The report includes three recommended actions for entities. 

Read the report.

NERC Self-Report and Mitigation Training ^New

December 8–11, 9 a.m. to noon MST

Join us for the virtual NERC Self-Report and Mitigation Training (formerly WECC Enforcement Fundamentals), a four-day event tailored for compliance professionals new to NERC requirements or those seeking to advance their expertise. This training offers an overview of the framework in the NERC Self-Reporting and Mitigation Guide. Participants will benefit from shared best practices and strategies provided by WECC's Compliance and Enforcement staff, including hands-on guidance for using NERC Align and the Secure Evidence Locker (SEL). The training will also show how to make the most of key industry resources and guidance to strengthen your compliance programs. Connect with peers and enhance your capabilities in a supportive, professional environment.

Register

FERC Approves WECC's 2026 Business Plan and Budget _New

On October 30, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) accepted the 2026 Business Plans and Budgets for the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), WECC, and the other five Regional Entities. 

This order enables WECC to continue to meet its delegated responsibilities under Section 215 of the Federal Power Act and advance its mission to effectively and efficiently mitigate the risks to the reliability and security of the Western Interconnection’s bulk power system. 

Read Docket RR25-5-000. 

WECC Bylaws Amendments—WECC Member Action Needed _New

Ballots to vote on the amended WECC Bylaws were sent to Member Representatives on November 3, and will remain open until December 2. The notification and the revised Bylaws were posted on October 3. For questions, please contact Brittany Huggins.

Summary of Bylaws changes

Redline of Bylaws changes and clean version

WECC CEO Search Announcement

WECC’s Board of Directors has engaged Lyceum Leadership Consulting, a nationally recognized executive search firm, to lead the WECC CEO search. 

Interested candidates should visit the Lyceum Opportunity Page. Qualified applicants should express their interest to Lyceum Leadership Consulting by submitting a resume and cover letter by December 5, 2025, to Donna.Frakes@LeadershipLyceum.com and refer to “WECC CEO Search” in the subject line.  

Electromagnetic Transient (EMT) Strategic Workshop

The WECC EMT Strategic Workshop will take place November 19 and 20 in Salt Lake City, Utah. The workshop will focus on standardizing requirements, gathering input on regional practices, and sharing key updates on NERC’s EMT Standards.

More information

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Western Interconnection Weekly Wildfire Update

Stay up-to-date on wildfire risks by reviewing WECC's Weekly Wildfire Update. This report provides a high-level summary of potential threats to the bulk power system due to current wildfires and conditions.

Time to Act

Project 2025-05 Ride-through Revisions ^New

Informal comment period open through December 18

Drafting team nominations open through November 18

An informal comment period for the Project 2025-05 Ride-through Revisions Standard Authorization Request (SAR), is open through December 18, 8 p.m. EST.

Use the Standards Balloting and Commenting System (SBS) to submit comments.

Nominations are being accepted for drafting team members through Tuesday, November 18, 8 p.m. EST.

Use the electronic form to submit a nomination. 

View Project 2025-05 on NERC's website.

Read NERC's Standards Process Manual.

Project 2025-06 Supply Chain Risk Management

Informal comment period open through November 21

An informal comment period for the Project 2025-06 Supply Chain Risk Management Standard Authorization Request (SAR), is open through November 21, 8 p.m. EST.

Use the SBS to submit comments.

View Project 2025-06 on NERC's website.

Read NERC's Standards Process Manual.

Project 2024-02 Planning Energy Assurance

Comment period open through December 10

Ballot pools forming through November 19

A formal comment period for 2024-02 Planning Energy Assurance is open through Wednesday, December 10, 8 p.m. EST for:

• [Standard Name and Number TBD]—Long-Term Energy Reliability Assessment
• Implementation Plan

Use the SBS to submit comments.

Ballot pools are being formed through Wednesday, November 19, 8 p.m. EST. Registered ballot body members can join the ballot pools.

View Project 2024-02 on NERC's website.

Project 2022-04 EMT Modeling

Formal comment period open through November 21

A formal comment period for Project 2022-04 EMT Modeling is open through Friday, November 21, 8 p.m. EST for:



• FAC-002-5—Facility Interconnection Studies
• Implementation Plan

Use the SBS to submit comments.

View Project 2022-04 on NERC's website.