Navigating NERC CIP Standards: What Municipal and Cooperative Utilities Need to Know
This session will provide a detailed update on the current state of NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Standards as they apply to municipal and cooperative utilities.
Key areas of focus will include:
- CIP Low-Impact Requirements – Understanding what is currently enforceable and what’s coming next.
- Future Compliance Obligations – A look at requirements that will soon be enforceable.
- Pending Regulatory Actions – Insights into standards awaiting final approval.
- Evolving Standards – What’s under development and how utilities can prepare.
Attendees will gain actionable insights into how these evolving standards impact operations, compliance strategies, and cybersecurity planning for municipal and cooperative utilities.