System restoration plans shall be coordinated with whom?

Coordinating system restoration plans with neighboring systems is crucial for several reasons. First, power systems are interconnected, and any disruption can impact adjacent systems. By collaborating with neighboring entities, utilities can ensure a more efficient and effective response to outages, minimizing the impact on both their own system and that of others.

This coordination allows for the sharing of resources such as generation capacity and transmission capabilities, which can be vital during a restoration scenario. Additionally, establishing clear communication and mutual assistance agreements with neighboring systems can facilitate quicker restoration efforts, ensuring that processes are in place to manage the complexities of restoring power during emergencies.

Other entities like NERC, FERC, and the US DOE are important in their respective roles regarding regulatory compliance, oversight, and security of the electric grid, but the direct and immediate focus of restoration plans is best achieved through coordination at the regional or neighboring system level, where real-time information and collaborative strategies can be implemented effectively.