CRA’s Energy expert offers insight into NV Energy wildfire insurance policy proposal
NV Energy, the state’s largest utility, has proposed a $500 million insurance plan, funded in part by ratepayers, to help manage potential liabilities if its...
CRA’s Reliability, Security & Compliance experts help utilities strengthen system security and meet evolving regulatory obligations related to reliability, cybersecurity, and operational compliance. Our integrated team combines regulatory expertise, cybersecurity strategy, and deep knowledge of Bulk Electric System (BES) operations to help clients design programs that are both defensible and practical.
We support clients in navigating NERC Reliability Standards, Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements, wildfire-mitigation mandates, operational security protocols, and federal and state oversight expectations. Our work ensures that security and compliance investments are risk-based, auditable, and aligned with broader organizational priorities.
Through this work, CRA helps clients reduce security and compliance risks, improve organizational resilience, and demonstrate strong governance to regulators, customers, and stakeholders.
Our services include:
- Security governance and risk assessment
- NERC reliability & CIP compliance
- Cybersecurity and physical security programs
- Wildfire compliance programs
- Regulatory strategy and engagement
- Compliance program design and roadmaps
- Operational resilience and incident preparedness
Please contact energypractice@crai.com for more information.
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Engagements
- 01Advisory support on NERC ComplianceCRA energy experts provided enforcement advisory support and assisted in developing the client’s position in connection with a matter involving alleged breachesView engagement
- 02Enhancement of incident response for multinational electric utilityA CRA energy team led by Andy Dressel conducted a strategic review and enhancement of the organization’s Cyber Security Incident Response Plan and Playbook.View engagement
- 03CRA Forensic Services and Energy experts assess flawed tech implementation for major utility—findings support tens of millions in contested costsA skilled cross-practice team—drawn from CRA’s Forensic Services and Energy Practices—conducted a privileged, independent assessment of a flawed software...View engagement
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WIRES Spring Member Meeting 2026
Andrew Dressel is a panelist during the session titled “Wildfires and the Impact on the Grid.” This opening panel addresses a pressing challenge: the growing...
Strategic Risk Planning and Compliance Webinar
The NERC compliance landscape continues to evolve, with new reliability risks, updated RISC guidance, and the 2026 CMEP Implementation Plan. Staying ahead...