US energy security office gets a seat at the table for emergency planning

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission updated its emergency operations plan. It added the Director and staff of the Office of Energy Infrastructure Security to the list of people who can make decisions during a crisis.

When a major energy crisis hits, like a grid attack or a natural disaster, clear lines of authority matter. This change means the people focused specifically on protecting energy infrastructure now have a formal role in deciding how the Commission responds. It ensures their expertise is integrated into the highest levels of emergency decision-making.