Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 48

Dive into the fluctuations of natural gas prices, renewable investments, and the evolving narrative of EV adoption. From market dynamics to policy shifts, discover the forces shaping the energy landscape this week.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 47

Black Friday brings more than shopping deals as winter strip prices plummet to a stark contrast to last year. Despite potential European cold and ERCOT's cancelled capacity procurement, robust supply and pricing dynamics shape the market narrative.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 46

Exploring NERC's Winter Reliability Assessment, a natural gas market update, the return of El Nino, and insights into global LNG capacity. Dive into the latest energy trends and challenges, from storage concerns to shipping obstacles via the Panama Canal.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 45

Discover how fluctuations in natural gas prices, election-driven energy initiatives, and the fate of a crucial LNG terminal are shaping the future of electricity markets. In the world of energy economics, the recent $10 billion decision in Texas is sparking both praise and controversy.

Regulatory Compliance Featured

Intro to NERC Compliance Management & Challenges

Learn about the hurdles in meeting NERC standards for the energy industry. From resource constraints to skill gaps, we explore how organizations are tackling these obstacles.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 44

Explore the nuances and implications of Q3 reports in the energy and utilities sector, from commercial growth driven by datacenters to the challenges facing the wind energy industry. Dive into the trends and challenges as winter approaches, with natural gas and electricity prices.

Cyber Security Featured

Part 3: How to Build an Effective Cyber Security Program

Learn how to integrate a robust cybersecurity program into your Enterprise Risk Management, engage a cross-functional team, adopt industry standards, and safeguard against third-party threats. Don't leave your critical infrastructure exposed.

Electric Vehicles (EV) Featured

Protect the Plug: Navigating Cyber Security Challenges for Managed EV Charging

Explore the intersection of EV technology and cyber threats, and understand key considerations for utilities, best practices, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework for EV Charging. Discover how to foster a secure and sustainable future for EV adoption and energy systems with efficient programs.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 43

Find out why prices are surging, the latest on reliability standards for renewables, and the turbulent journey of wind power. Plus, mega oil mergers hint at a shift in energy focus!

Cyber Security Featured

Part 2: Understanding the Technical Twists of Threats and Incidents

Explore the technical underpinnings of today's cyber threats, from the inner workings of ransomware to the hidden vulnerabilities in third-party relationships. Dive into real-world incidents and gain insights to fortify your digital defenses.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 42

Natural gas volatility continues, striking upturn by inventory shock. Meanwhile, power grid challenges cast doubt on net-zero energy goals.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 41

AI's rising electricity demand, EIA gas insights, and CAISO's solar eclipse preparations.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 40

EIA gas storage insights, Germany's coal decision, and market trends to watch.

Cyber Security Featured

Part 1: The Cyber Security Threat Landscape for Critical Infrastructure

October is #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth! Dive into the latest threats to critical infrastructure, from ransomware to supply chain risks.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 39

Dive into EIA's latest report, grid reliability challenges, and the IEA-ECB energy transition discussions.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 38

FERC/NERC's report on Winter Storm Elliott unveils key findings. Plus, dive into the Transmission Bill debate and LNG's rising role

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 37

EIA's new outlook, IEA vs. OPEC debate heats up, and global power issues emerge.

Cyber Security Featured

Behind the Screen: How W3LL's Phishing Kit Targets 50,000 Microsoft Accounts

The W3LL phishing syndicate has just targeted thousands of Microsoft business email accounts.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 36

For the fourth week in a row, we're diving into electricity conservation alerts in ERCOT. But this week, there's a twist. Discover how battery storage played a crucial role, the challenges offshore wind projects are facing, and the ever-evolving energy market dynamics.

Cyber Security Featured

Akira Ransomware Targets Cisco VPNs

Akira ransomware, debuting in March 2023, targets Cisco VPNs with a unique approach, drawing inspiration from the 1988 anime film 'Akira'. This cyber threat emphasizes the importance of multi-factor authentication and robust cybersecurity measures.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 35

As summer unofficially ends, electric co-ops navigate hot weather alerts, ERCOT avoids Conservation Appeals, and natural gas futures shift.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 34

TX VPP, Summer Continues, European Nat Gas Storage

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 33

ERCOT faced heat this week, trending below 5000 MW of reserve capacity. Wind saved ERCOT but fell to 3.5% of the stack. The energy market reflects complex interplay of supply and demand.

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 32

LNG Labor Strike, EPA vs ISO, PJM State Testimony Energy Market Update Week #32, brought to you by Acumen. For More Updates Like This, Subscribe Here! Weekly_Power_Outlet_08112023Weekly_Power_Outlet_08112023.pdf757 KBdownload-circle For those that follow us on this blog or have had conversations about electricity markets,

Energy Market Update 🔌

Weekly Power Outlet US - Week 31

Heat Mostly Gone, FERC, Investment Energy Market Update Week #31, brought to you by Acumen. For More Updates Like This, Subscribe Here! Weekly Power Outlet 08042023Weekly_Power_Outlet_08042023.pdf983 KBdownload-circle As noted last week, ISOs from CAISO to PJM were issuing hot weather alerts, max gen alerts, conservative action