We are excited to announce the launch of a new resource on our website: MRO 101. This new webpage is designed to provide stakeholders and interested readers with a clear understanding of the critical work we do, the system we oversee, and the regulatory framework that governs North American power grid reliability.
What You’ll Find on the MRO 101 Webpage
The North American Bulk Power System (BPS) is a complex and vital network. To ensure everyone has access to the foundational knowledge necessary to understand our mission, MRO 101 breaks down four key areas:
- The Bulk Power System Defined: Learn exactly what the BPS is (and is not), and why its reliability and security are paramount.
- The Regulatory Construct: Get an overview of the foundational regulations and standards that govern the BPS, as well as how NERC delegates work to the six Regional Entities.
- Midwest Reliability Organization: Understand MRO’s role as a Regional Entity within this construct and our unique contributions to the larger ERO Enterprise ecosystem.
- Important Work to Address Risk: Discover the specific activities MRO performs—from compliance monitoring and enforcement to risk awareness and outreach—to help keep the lights on across the MRO region and support the integrity of the entire grid.
This resource is an excellent starting point for new industry registered entities and, state, provincial, and local government agencies, as well as a valuable refresher for anyone involved in bulk power system planning and operations.
We encourage you to explore this new informational hub and share it with your teams.