Upcoming Texas RE Events
Talk with Texas RE: NERC and ERCOT Reliability Assessment - February 23, 2026
Guest speakers from the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) and the North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) will discuss recently released reliability assessments and the outlook they give for the Texas Interconnection. ERCOT’s Pete Warnken will cover their Capacity, Demand, and Reserves (CDR) and Monthly Outlook for Resource Adequacy (MORA) reports, then Mark Olson from NERC will provide details on their Winter Reliability Assessment (WRA) and Long-Term Reliability Assessment (LTRA) reports.
Texas RE Quarterly MRC, AGR&F, and Board Meetings - February 25, 2026
On February 25, 2026, Texas RE will hold its quarterly Member Representatives Committee; Audit, Governance, Risk, and Finance Committee; and Board of Directors meetings. Agenda information will be posted one week in advance of the meeting per Texas RE's bylaws. These meetings will be held virtually only.
Regional Risk Series: Artificial Intelligence - March 10, 2026
Artificial intelligence is identified as a moderate risk element in Texas RE’s 2024 Reliability Performance and Regional Risk Assessment as it carries risks that demand robust mitigation strategies in addition to having promise for applications in the electric industry.
Spring Standards, Security, and Reliability Workshop - April 1, 2026
Texas RE's annual Spring Standards, Security, and Reliability Workshop will be held on April 1, 2026, beginning at 9:00 a.m. Central. It will be structured around the 2026 ERO CMEP IP and Texas RE's annual Reliability Performance and Regional Risk Assessment. The event will be conducted both in-person at our Austin MetCenter offices and virtually via Webex.
Upcoming External Events
2026 Internal Controls Workshop - February 23-25, 2026
This interactive experience hosted by ReliabilityFirst features small group discussions, opportunities to share industry insights, and a flexible format that lets you choose your own learning tracks. Whether you prefer to explore a variety of topics or dive deep into specific areas, this workshop is designed to foster meaningful conversations and practical takeaways.
Physical Security Workshop - February 24, 2026
This in-person event hosted by SERC will explore essential physical security concepts and technologies, including Design Basis Threat (DBT), Vulnerability of Integrated Security Analysis (VISA) application, and standards such as CIP-003, CIP-006, and CIP-014. Participants will engage in a hands-on lab focusing on the DBT and VISA applications, which will include a substation walk-down.
Grid Fundamentals - February 24-25, 2026
This WECC course is hosted in two sequential sessions, offering a holistic overview and explanation of the electric system, how it is operated and regulated, and why. We will review the technology, operation, and markets of a modern reliable power grid. The changes in technology and risks to the grid will also be discussed.
Emerging Large Loads Technical Conference - February 24-25, 2026
NERC will hold a public technical conference from February 24 - 25, 2026, to discuss power system risks and potential mitigation strategies for emerging large loads.
For more information, contact Zachary Greene at NERC.
2026 ERO Women's Leadership Conference - February 25-26, 2026
The ERO Women’s Leadership Conference is a dynamic event dedicated to empowering women in the energy reliability sector. Join ReliabilityFirst and the rest of the Electric Reliability Organization (ERO) Enterprise for a day of insightful discussions, networking opportunities, and professional development as we celebrate the achievements and leadership of women across the energy industry.
ERO Enterprise Regulatory & Risk Management Annual Meeting - April 13-16, 2026
Registration is now open for the 2026 ERO Enterprise Regulatory & Risk Management Annual Meeting. The theme for this years’ annual meeting is “Securing Tomorrow’s Grid: Risk, Innovation, and Transformation." Registration for this event requires a NERC LMS account.
