North American Electric Reliability Corporation NERC

The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) is a not-for-profit organization based in Atlanta, Georgia. The company employs 252 people and generates $50 million in annual revenue. NERC is an international regulatory authority focused on ensuring the reliability and security of the bulk power system across North America. Their work includes developing and enforcing reliability standards, conducting annual assessments of seasonal and long-term reliability, monitoring the bulk power system, and providing education, training, and certification for industry personnel. NERC's jurisdiction covers users, owners, and operators of the bulk power system, serving over 334 million people in the continental United States, Canada, and the northern part of Baja California, Mexico. The organization operates under the oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission in the United States and governmental authorities in Canada. Those seeking to connect with NERC can visit their website at nerc.com.