The Power of Industry-Government Partnerships

摘要

The Department of Energy (DOE) works closely with industry through the Electricity Subsector Coordinating Council (ESCC). This partnership is a model for how government and industry can work together for the benefit of the American people. As the sector-specific agency, DOE is focused on the research, development, and deployment of solutions to grid security challenges. We also focus on exercising, preparing for, and responding to the full spectrum of potential grid events. As you know, industry operates 90 percent of the energy infrastructure in our nation, so undertaking these activities jointly is necessary for our success. We have built strong and multi-layered channels of communication that enable us to share information and deploy tools and technologies to safeguard critical infrastructure. Working with the industry and government leaders who are members of the ESCC has been one of the most rewarding experiences I have had in public service.