Reps. Latta, Strickland relaunch Grid Innovation Caucus
U.S. Reps. Bob Latta (R-OH) and Marilyn Strickland (D-WA) have relaunched the bipartisan Grid Innovation Caucus (GIC) for this Congress.
The GIC seeks to improve the security and reliability of our nation’s electric grid in several ways. Specifically, it seeks to increase institutional understanding of grid complexities, identify opportunities for productive and bipartisan engagement, and highlight the role technological innovation can play in bolstering grid infrastructure.
“Ensuring the security and reliability of our nation’s electric grid cannot be overstated,” Latta said. “From increasing efficiency to meet our growing energy needs to implementing modernized defenses that protect against cyberattacks, there is much work to be done to safeguard this critical infrastructure. That’s why I am relaunching the bipartisan Grid Innovation Caucus with my colleague, Congresswoman Strickland, to help educate our colleagues on innovations that will improve our nation’s electric grid and provide security for the American people.”
Strickland added that strengthening the energy grid is necessary for a cleaner and more energy-efficient future.
“I’m honored to lead the Grid Innovation Caucus alongside Rep. Latta and look forward to highlighting the importance of an innovative, reliable, and efficient grid infrastructure,” Strickland said.
Several industry groups applauded the relaunching of the caucus., including the National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA), Americans for a Clean Energy Grid, and GridWise Alliance.
“No sector of our economy is transforming more rapidly than the electric grid, as new and innovative technologies compel changes to the ways we operate and manage the grid to provide reliable, secure, affordable, and clean power,” GridWise Alliance CEO Karen Wayland said. “The GridWise Alliance is excited to work with the Grid Innovation Caucus—especially the co-chairs, Representatives Latta and Strickland–to ensure that all Americans reap the benefits of a modern grid.”
