National Security Memorandum-22 (NSM-22), released in April, is a pivotal development for the U.S. energy sector. This new National Security Memorandum significantly reinforces the Department of Energy and CESER’s role in risk management and operational collaboration, positioning us to better address the pressing challenges of climate change, cyber threats, and physical risks. By enhancing CESER’s capabilities, NSM-22 ensures that we can build a more resilient and secure energy infrastructure, safeguarding our nation’s critical systems and supporting a sustainable energy future. Learn more about these groundbreaking initiatives and the path forward for energy security: https://lnkd.in/eqXVp2b5 #EnergySecurity

Last month, CESER staff was proud to participate in a mutual aid workshop and exercise designed to strengthen mutual aid response during emergency events. Sponsored by DOE in partnership with the American Public Power Association (APPA), the event drew 90 participants from Oklahoma and Kansas to discuss emergency management, response and reimbursement, and review case studies from Oklahoma utilities on recent storm events. Thank you to our utility hosts!  To learn more, visit:  https://lnkd.in/epEQFk-W

Recently, CESER sponsored NASEO - National Association of State Energy Officials’ State Energy Security Bootcamp, which brought together over 90 participants to discuss intrastate and interstate emergency responder preparation, cybersecurity, and state plans. During the bootcamp, CESER’s Assistant Director, Energy Security Policy and Partnerships, Brandi Martin, Minnesota Department of Commerce Deputy Commissioner Michelle Gransee, and NASEO President David Terry discussed the importance of public-private cooperation and the shared responsibility to protect critical infrastructure as highlighted in the National Security Memorandum 22 release [https://lnkd.in/eJK2qauk]. This was the second iteration of the Bootcamp and received impressive level of participation. DOE is excited for collaboration to continue and to work with sector partners on NSM-22 implementation.   Click here to learn more: https://lnkd.in/eTmYW3Aa

Exciting advancements in artificial intelligence are transforming the energy sector, but responsible deployment is key. How can we ensure we harness AI’s benefits safely? Explore a summary report from CESER, developed in collaboration with Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), and energy sector partners highlighting the potential benefits and risks of AI in critical energy infrastructure: https://lnkd.in/e2PzGvGe #ArtificialIntelligence #Energy

State, local, Tribal, and territorial partners: Are you looking for tools, trainings, guides, other resources on energy security, and more? Look no further than our SLTT Resource Library! 💻 These resources are easily accessible for SLTT governments to inform their energy security planning and emergency response: https://lnkd.in/dSUFdj88

Happy Independence Day from CESER! Today we honor and celebrate our freedom, liberty, and independence as we continue to pursue a secure, reliable, and resilient energy sector for the American people!

At CESER, we understand the critical importance of being prepared for any emergency. That's why we conduct exercises throughout the year, collaborating closely with federal, state, local, Tribal, territorial, and industry partners to enhance coordinated emergency response efforts. These exercises play a pivotal role in sharpening our response and recovery capabilities, ensuring we're ready to tackle challenges head-on when they arise. Curious to learn more about how these trainings contribute to our mission? Click the link below to discover the impact of our exercises and training programs: https://lnkd.in/eMejm4TZ #EmergencyResponse #Preparedness

Students: Are you ready? Next Saturday, July 13, is the CyberForce Conquer the Hill: Reign Edition Competition! ⛰️ Participants will interact with Wizards, Dragons, and other NPCs, decrypt secret messages, and navigate their way through a kingdom under fire and into the depths of a lair to fulfill their quest, and more in a 3D dungeon crawler platformer game. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gdrCEyAh