The STRONG GRID Act of 2026 aims to enhance electric grid resilience through microgrid deployment and innovation.

The STRONG GRID Act of 2026 amends the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to support microgrids. It mandates states to consider establishing interconnection standards for microgrids and to evaluate the benefits of resilience investments. The Act also requires states to develop valuation methodologies for resilience benefits and consider factors like critical customer generation capacity. The Secretary of Energy is tasked with establishing a pilot program for innovative microgrid applications, providing technical assistance, and developing best practices for microgrids.

The STRONG GRID Act of 2026 aims to enhance electric grid resilience through microgrid deployment and innovation.

The STRONG GRID Act of 2026 amends the Public Utility Regulatory Policies Act of 1978 to support microgrids. It mandates states to consider establishing interconnection standards for microgrids and to evaluate the benefits of resilience investments. The Act also requires states to develop valuation methodologies for resilience benefits and consider factors like critical customer generation capacity. The Secretary of Energy is tasked with establishing a pilot program for innovative microgrid applications, providing technical assistance, and developing best practices for microgrids.