On August 28, 2026, President Donald Trump announced a national emergency to protect the U.S. power grid from potentially dangerous foreign-made equipment. This decision is part of an executive order that aims to strengthen national security regarding electrical infrastructure.
The executive order identifies certain foreign electrical equipment as a significant security threat to the United States.
It restricts the purchase and installation of such foreign components in the bulk-power system if they are deemed risky by federal authorities.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright, along with other officials, is tasked with identifying which equipment poses a threat.
The order does not specify particular countries or threats, focusing instead on potential risks to the power system's reliability and security.
The restrictions apply to various infrastructure components, including:
Electrical substations
Transformers
Generators
Inverters for renewable energy projects
Battery storage systems
The initiative addresses concerns about foreign interference in critical infrastructure and its implications for electricity generation and distribution.
This national emergency declaration highlights the government's proactive approach to safeguarding the U.S. electrical grid from foreign threats, ensuring the reliability and security of the nation's energy resources.
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