EPRI launches SAFERai.power initiative on AI risk framework for electric utilities

Aug 6, 2026 · Issue 1 · 5 sources, 5 articles

EPRI launched the SAFERai.power initiative on 6 August, aiming to establish an AI risk framework for electric utilities. The programme targets the safe deployment of AI in the power industry.

Who is affected and how

energy specialist

Before deploying AI-based operations control, set up a risk-assessment process that takes the framework into account.

engineer

A new professional benchmark is emerging for the validation and safety of AI systems.

Sources

• EPRI launches SAFERai.power initiative to establish AI risk framework for electric utilitiesdaily energy insider · Aug 6, 2026
• EPRI has launched SAFERai.power, a new industry initiative focused on helping utilities and technology providers evaluate and manage artificial intelligence (AI) risk in power system operations. | Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO)linkedin.com · Aug 6, 2026
• EPRI Launches Effort to Reduce Risk in AI Power Sector Deploymentinvestor.wedbush.com · Aug 6, 2026
• EPRI Launches AI Risk Assessment Initiative for Electric Utilitiestd world · Aug 7, 2026
• EPRI Launches AI Risk Assessment Initiative for Electric Utilities | TD Worldtdworld.com · Aug 7, 2026

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