Secretary of Energy Rick Perry formally proposes that the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) take swift action to address threats to grid.

DOE Emergency Responders Active in Power Restoration Efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands

DOE, FEMA sending staff to restore island infrastructure
Projects to improve the resilience of the Nation's critical energy infrastructure, including the electric grid and oil and natural gas infrastructure.

As Hurricane Harvey approaches Texas, the Department of Energy (DOE) is monitoring energy infrastructure and coordinating responses with its partners.

On August 7, 2017, OE announced that it is investing nearly $900,000 in early stage research to address the risk and uncertainty of the power system.
Transmission Reliability Program’s 2017 Peer Review Materials Now Available
U.S.-India Consortium will advance cutting-edge technologies that promote greater energy independence and economic growth.

Four small businesses will develop solutions for “Rapid Damage Assessment and Information Sharing for Power Restoration” for a more resilient grid.
263 grants will support innovation and job creation.