Upcoming Texas RE Events
Talk with Texas RE: Cybersecurity Threats - August 5
The cyber threat landscape is constantly evolving, with threat actors constantly looking for new vulnerabilities to exploit. The best defense against these malicious actors is vigilance and awareness of the latest methodologies used to compromise systems. Join Texas RE for a review of recently revealed cybersecurity vulnerabilities and how to address them.
Modernization of Standards Processes and Procedures Task Force Webinar - August 12
Texas RE and the Midwest Reliability Organization (MRO) are hosting a webinar featuring members of the Modernization of Standards Processes and Procedures Task Force (MSPPTF). This session will provide an overview of the task force’s forthcoming white paper, which outlines potential improvement opportunities regarding how NERC develops its Reliability Standards.
Talk with Texas RE: CIP-003-8 - August 19
The purpose of Reliability Standards CIP-003-8 is to establish sustainable security management controls to protect BES Cyber Systems against compromises that could threaten the reliability of the Bulk Power System. Join Texas RE for a deep dive into this Standard, including lessons learned and best practices for ensuring compliance and effective cybersecurity.
Talk with Texas RE: Data Breach Response - August 26
When a company experiences a potential or actual data breach, certain investigative and reporting actions should be taken (and in some instances may be legally required) as part of the recovery process. In this webinar, Texas RE is partnering with Rebecca Jones of Mullen Coughlin—a law firm that specializes in cybersecurity and data privacy—to review the legal obligations of a company that has experienced a data breach or data breach attempt; including identification, investigation, disclosure, and other aspects of a data breach response.
Winter Weatherization Workshop - October 1
Texas RE's 2025 Winter Weatherization Workshop will be held on October 1, 2025, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Central. This virtual-only workshop is intended for all stakeholders in the Texas Interconnection and will feature speakers from Texas RE and external entities.
Upcoming External Events
RF Protection System Workshop - August 6
ReliabilityFirst will hold it's 11th annual Protection System Workshop on Aug. 6, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET. This event will be held virtually via Webex.
RF Human Performance Workshop - August 7
ReliabilityFirst will hold it's 8th annual Human Performance Workshop on Aug. 7, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. ET. This event will be held virtually via Webex.
MRO Inverter-Based Resources Webinar - August 13
With IBRs rapidly becoming an impactful percentage of the generation mix, this webinar will provide valuable information on risks associated with the integration of IBRs into the bulk power system, as well as important registration and compliance considerations for Category 2 IBR Generator Owners and Operators.
Technical Talk with RF - August 18
Included in this Technical Talk with RF is a discussion of the draft for Reliability Standard PRC-029-1 and the rate of change for frequency and underfrequency load shedding.
WECC Grid Fundamentals - August 19-20
This course is hosted in two sequential sessions, offering a comprehensive explanation of how the electric power system works, how it is managed, and why. We will review the technology, operation, and markets of a modern reliable power grid. Environmental issues and regulations that affect the electric power system will also be discussed.
SERC System Operator Conference - October 14-16
The final session of SERC's 2025 System Operator Conference is being held on October 14-16, 2025, both in-person at SERC's North Carolina office and virtually. This year’s theme, “Navigating the Changing Energy Landscape,” dives into the most pressing topics and technologies shaping grid operations today. This event is open to all industry professionals and offer a unique chance to earn up to 19 Continuing Education Hours (CEHs) while learning, networking, collaborating with experts and your peers from across the industry.
Monitoring and Situational Awareness Technical Conference - October 21-22
The NERC Energy Management System Working Group will hold its 13th Annual Monitoring and Situational Awareness Technical Conference at SPP in Little Rock, AR, on October 21-22, 2025. This year's conference theme is "Supporting Energy Management and Planning for Our Future." The event will bring together professionals to explore emerging technologies, innovative solutions, and workforce strategies that are shaping the future of the energy industry.
BES Operating Agility Workshop - October 22-23
NERC will hold its inaugural Bulk Electric System (BES) Operating Agility Workshop at SPP in Little Rock, AR, from October 22 -23, 2025. The workshop purpose is to provide a forum for entities, across the grid, to share/discuss operating practices that influence/increase agility within operations.
