What's the Bright Idea with SERC Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:54:37 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/2408187 en-us © 2026 What's the Bright Idea with SERC yes 9ef059d2-5d9c-5875-a229-9d1cd04d8cbc SERC Reliability Corporation episodic false The goal of this podcast is for listeners to 1) learn valuable information about electric industry-related topics and 2) gain exposure or additional exposure to SERC.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) SERC Reliability Corporation https://storage.buzzsprout.com/g2uu4i7dg3m9ld3g59a3u4gun4jz?.jpg What's the Bright Idea with SERC Audits: What are They and the Importance of These Compliance Monitoring Engagements Audits: What are They and the Importance of These Compliance Monitoring Engagements In this episode of What’s the Bright Idea with SERC, host Joe Tromba is joined by Jermaine Green, Manager of SERC’s CIP Monitoring team, to discuss audits and the role of CIP monitoring in supporting the reliability and security of the Bulk Power System.

The conversation explores the purpose of monitoring activities, the audit process and how continuous improvement helps registered entities strengthen their compliance programs. Listeners will gain insight into how monitoring supports collaboration, identifies opportunities for improvement and contributes to the effective management of reliability and security risks.

Visit the SERC website for more information about Compliance Monitoring.

]]> In this episode of What’s the Bright Idea with SERC, host Joe Tromba is joined by Jermaine Green, Manager of SERC’s CIP Monitoring team, to discuss audits and the role of CIP monitoring in supporting the reliability and security of the Bulk Power System.

The conversation explores the purpose of monitoring activities, the audit process and how continuous improvement helps registered entities strengthen their compliance programs. Listeners will gain insight into how monitoring supports collaboration, identifies opportunities for improvement and contributes to the effective management of reliability and security risks.

Visit the SERC website for more information about Compliance Monitoring.

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-19275654 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:00:00 -0400 1130 full false Reliable Data for a Reliable Grid Featuring Srushtee Pawar and Mike Petramalo Reliable Data for a Reliable Grid Featuring Srushtee Pawar and Mike Petramalo In this episode, we take a closer look at what defines good data—and why data quality is essential to decision‑making in the electric reliability industry.

Host Joseph Tromba, legal counsel at SERC, is joined by data analytics experts Mike Petramalo and Srushtee Pawar to explore how reliable, consistent, and accurate data strengthen reliability assessments, risk identification, and long‑term planning across the region.

You’ll learn:

  • Why bad data can be more harmful than no data
  • The four characteristics of high‑quality data: current, consistent, complete, and correct
  • Why data quality is a continuous process, not a one‑time task
  • How utilities and data submitters play a critical role in improving data quality
  • Why strong data foundations matter even more in the age of AI

This episode is especially relevant for professionals in energy, reliability, planning, compliance, analytics, or any role that relies on data to inform critical decisions.

Be sure to note that the new SERC website is www.serc.org

]]> In this episode, we take a closer look at what defines good data—and why data quality is essential to decision‑making in the electric reliability industry.

Host Joseph Tromba, legal counsel at SERC, is joined by data analytics experts Mike Petramalo and Srushtee Pawar to explore how reliable, consistent, and accurate data strengthen reliability assessments, risk identification, and long‑term planning across the region.

You’ll learn:

  • Why bad data can be more harmful than no data
  • The four characteristics of high‑quality data: current, consistent, complete, and correct
  • Why data quality is a continuous process, not a one‑time task
  • How utilities and data submitters play a critical role in improving data quality
  • Why strong data foundations matter even more in the age of AI

This episode is especially relevant for professionals in energy, reliability, planning, compliance, analytics, or any role that relies on data to inform critical decisions.

Be sure to note that the new SERC website is www.serc.org

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-18571947 Mon, 26 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500 1404 full false Resource Adequacy with Anaisha Jaykumar & Gaurav Karandikar Resource Adequacy with Anaisha Jaykumar & Gaurav Karandikar In this episode of What’s the Bright Idea with SERC, host Joseph Tromba speaks with SERC experts Anaisha Jaykumar and Gaurav Karandikar about resource adequacy, including balance of generation, load, and reserves for a reliable grid. They further explore challenges grid providers face, from extreme weather and supply chain risks to rapid load growth, renewable integration, and the retirement of baseload plants. The conversation also looks at advances in forecasting, essential reliability services, and what policymakers and industry leaders need to know to ensure a resilient energy future.

SERC Reliability Corporation’s new risk-focused website, serc.org, is now live!! With a modern design, faster performance, and streamlined navigation and search, finding the tools, data, and resources you need is easier than ever! Built on your feedback, the new site is designed to evolve with your needs. 

SERC Risk Report

2024-2026 Reliability Risk Report  

NERC Risk Report

2025_RISC_ERO_Priorities_Report.pdf

]]> In this episode of What’s the Bright Idea with SERC, host Joseph Tromba speaks with SERC experts Anaisha Jaykumar and Gaurav Karandikar about resource adequacy, including balance of generation, load, and reserves for a reliable grid. They further explore challenges grid providers face, from extreme weather and supply chain risks to rapid load growth, renewable integration, and the retirement of baseload plants. The conversation also looks at advances in forecasting, essential reliability services, and what policymakers and industry leaders need to know to ensure a resilient energy future.

SERC Reliability Corporation’s new risk-focused website, serc.org, is now live!! With a modern design, faster performance, and streamlined navigation and search, finding the tools, data, and resources you need is easier than ever! Built on your feedback, the new site is designed to evolve with your needs. 

SERC Risk Report

2024-2026 Reliability Risk Report  

NERC Risk Report

2025_RISC_ERO_Priorities_Report.pdf

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-18139856 Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0500 1768 full false Load Growth & Reliability Planning with Dr. Melinda Montgomery Load Growth & Reliability Planning with Dr. Melinda Montgomery Load growth is changing grid reliability planning and operations. From EVs and data centers to crypto and electrification, demand is rising faster than the infrastructure needed to support it. In this episode, Host Joe Tromba talks with SERC’s Melinda Montgomery about the drivers, the risks, and why reliability planning is now so critical.

SERC Regional Risk Report: https://tinyurl.com/aaz58srb

SERC Reliability Corporation’s new risk-focused website, serc.org, is nearly ready to launch. With a modern design, faster performance, and streamlined navigation and search, finding the tools, data, and resources you need is easier than ever! Built on your feedback, the new site is designed to evolve with your needs. We are preparing to launch soon! Stay tuned.

]]> Load growth is changing grid reliability planning and operations. From EVs and data centers to crypto and electrification, demand is rising faster than the infrastructure needed to support it. In this episode, Host Joe Tromba talks with SERC’s Melinda Montgomery about the drivers, the risks, and why reliability planning is now so critical.

SERC Regional Risk Report: https://tinyurl.com/aaz58srb

SERC Reliability Corporation’s new risk-focused website, serc.org, is nearly ready to launch. With a modern design, faster performance, and streamlined navigation and search, finding the tools, data, and resources you need is easier than ever! Built on your feedback, the new site is designed to evolve with your needs. We are preparing to launch soon! Stay tuned.

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-17988441 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400 901 full false Emerging CIP Trends with Chris Holmquest Part 2 Emerging CIP Trends with Chris Holmquest Part 2 Host Joe Tromba sits down with Chris Holmquest, Senior Reliability and Security Advisor at SERC Reliability Corporation, for part two of their conversation exploring the evolving world of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP). With more than four decades in the power industry, Chris shares his unique perspective on the transformation of technology, operations and security, from coal-fired power plants and control centers without personal computers (PCs) to today's complex cyber and physical security challenges. He also offers new insights into SERC's Assist Team, the integration of cyber scenarios into operator training, and why CIP remains a cornerstone of grid reliability.

NERC Glossary of Terms -https://tinyurl.com/fyuv39r4

SERC State Summit - https://tinyurl.com/2rarbhbt

SERC University (aka SERCU) is open to all employees of Registered Entities, Regional Entities, and NERC. SERC UNIVERSITY

]]> Host Joe Tromba sits down with Chris Holmquest, Senior Reliability and Security Advisor at SERC Reliability Corporation, for part two of their conversation exploring the evolving world of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP). With more than four decades in the power industry, Chris shares his unique perspective on the transformation of technology, operations and security, from coal-fired power plants and control centers without personal computers (PCs) to today's complex cyber and physical security challenges. He also offers new insights into SERC's Assist Team, the integration of cyber scenarios into operator training, and why CIP remains a cornerstone of grid reliability.

NERC Glossary of Terms -https://tinyurl.com/fyuv39r4

SERC State Summit - https://tinyurl.com/2rarbhbt

SERC University (aka SERCU) is open to all employees of Registered Entities, Regional Entities, and NERC. SERC UNIVERSITY

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-17899744 Wed, 24 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400 1613 1 10 full false Emerging CIP Trends with Chris Holmquest - Part 1 Emerging CIP Trends with Chris Holmquest - Part 1 In this first installment of a two-part conversation, host Joe Tromba sits down with Chris Holmquest, Senior Reliability and Security Advisor at SERC Reliability Corporation, to explore the evolving world of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP). With more than four decades in the power industry, Chris shares his unique perspective on the transformation of technology, operations and security, from coal-fired power plants and control centers without personal computers (PCs) to today's complex cyber and physical security challenges. He also offers insights into SERC's Assist Team, the integration of cyber scenarios into operator training, and why CIP remains a cornerstone of grid reliability.

]]> In this first installment of a two-part conversation, host Joe Tromba sits down with Chris Holmquest, Senior Reliability and Security Advisor at SERC Reliability Corporation, to explore the evolving world of Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP). With more than four decades in the power industry, Chris shares his unique perspective on the transformation of technology, operations and security, from coal-fired power plants and control centers without personal computers (PCs) to today's complex cyber and physical security challenges. He also offers insights into SERC's Assist Team, the integration of cyber scenarios into operator training, and why CIP remains a cornerstone of grid reliability.

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-17659632 Tue, 12 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0400 1880 1 9 full false Cybersecurity and Grid Reliability featuring Stephen Brown Cybersecurity and Grid Reliability featuring Stephen Brown In this episode, host Joseph Tromba is joined by Stephen Brown, Director of Cyber and Physical Security at SERC, to explore the role of cybersecurity in protecting the electric grid. As threats in the digital world evolve, safeguarding systems and data become increasingly critical; not only for personal security, but also for maintaining the reliability of our energy infrastructure. Tune in as they discuss the intersection of cybersecurity and electric reliability, why it matters and what it means for the industry today. 

]]> In this episode, host Joseph Tromba is joined by Stephen Brown, Director of Cyber and Physical Security at SERC, to explore the role of cybersecurity in protecting the electric grid. As threats in the digital world evolve, safeguarding systems and data become increasingly critical; not only for personal security, but also for maintaining the reliability of our energy infrastructure. Tune in as they discuss the intersection of cybersecurity and electric reliability, why it matters and what it means for the industry today. 

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-17358290 Wed, 18 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0400 1557 1 8 full false Artificial Intelligence featuring Maggie Peacock Artificial Intelligence featuring Maggie Peacock In this episode, Maggie Peacock gives an overview of Artificial Intelligence and provides how it comes into play in the electric reliability space.

]]> In this episode, Maggie Peacock gives an overview of Artificial Intelligence and provides how it comes into play in the electric reliability space.

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-16940637 Tue, 08 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 2123 1 7 full false Renewable Resources featuring Ted Franks and Pete Heidrich Renewable Resources featuring Ted Franks and Pete Heidrich In this episode Ted and Pete do a deep dive into the Inverter-Based Resources Initiative. Here is NERC's Glossary of Terms for reference. 

]]> In this episode Ted and Pete do a deep dive into the Inverter-Based Resources Initiative. Here is NERC's Glossary of Terms for reference. 

]]> SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-16741227 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1540 1 6 full false Cold Weather Preparedness featuring Heather Polzin Cold Weather Preparedness featuring Heather Polzin SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-16610539 Wed, 12 Feb 2025 11:00:00 -0500 1277 1 5 full false Situation Awareness featuring Nancy DeLeon Situation Awareness featuring Nancy DeLeon SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-16484825 Wed, 22 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0500 1760 1 4 full false Physical Security featuring Travis Moran Physical Security featuring Travis Moran SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-16099946 Wed, 13 Nov 2024 12:00:00 -0500 1752 1 3 full false What is SERC featuring Jason Blake (Part 2) What is SERC featuring Jason Blake (Part 2) SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-15943740 Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1636 1 2 full false What is SERC featuring Jason Blake (Part 1) What is SERC featuring Jason Blake (Part 1) SERC Reliability Corporation Buzzsprout-15856420 Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1332 1 1 full false Trailer Trailer Buzzsprout-15850414 Tue, 01 Oct 2024 14:00:00 -0400 71 1 trailer false