LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — NV Energy has submitted a new Natural Disaster Protection Plan to the state’s utilities commission, outlining a proposal to strengthen the state’s electric grid.
This is the third plan NV Energy has submitted, as each plan covers a three-year period of investments and initiatives related to natural disaster. This proposal is expected to cover 2027 through 2029.
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The Natural Disaster Protection Plan was established in 2019 via Nevada Senate Bill 329, and is implemented every year by NV Energy’s Power Safe team. According to NV Energy, the program focuses on expanding situational awareness capabilities, improving emergency response processes, strengthening grid infrastructure, and reducing the impact of natural disasters on the electric grid.
“Over the past several years, our Natural Disaster Protection Plan has delivered meaningful improvements in safety, resilience and preparedness across the state,” said Jesse Murray, senior vice president of energy delivery. “We’re proud of the progress this program has made, and we look forward to continuing this critical work to protect our customers and the communities we serve.”
The newly submitted plan outlines proposed programs across several key areas:
- Risk-based decision making
- Situational awareness
- Operational practices and emergency response
- Inspections and corrections
- Vegetation management
- System hardening
- Community engagement
At time of writing, no hearing has been scheduled to review the plan.
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