NATF and UTC: Understanding and Collaboration

In Episode 25 of UTC's The Intersection Podcast, titled " NATF and UTC: Understanding and Collaboration," host Rusty Williams, President and CEO of UTC, interviews Tom Galloway about the role of NATF in promoting the reliability and resiliency of North America's electric transmission system. Galloway discusses NATF's guiding principles—Community, Confidentiality, Candor, and Commitment—and their significance in fostering success among its diverse membership, which includes various transmission asset owners.

The conversation touches on the relationship between NATF and NERC, especially in light of recent extreme weather events and regulatory requirements for infrastructure resilience, including NATF’s RESTORE program. Galloway highlights the evolution of the transmission sector over the years, emphasizing advancements in technology and operations.

The episode also addresses cybersecurity challenges faced by the industry, detailing NERC's oversight and the importance of collaboration among transmission, telecommunications, and IT departments to ensure grid safety and efficiency.