IEEE PES SBLC is glad to announce the addition of a new working group for Blockchain Systems.  Blockchain is currently a highly researched area of interest for integration and development of many smart city components, including energy systems.  The SBLC Blockchain Working Group, established at the General Meeting, will investigate a plan and scope for efforts to develop a standards based approach to utilizing blockchain and energy systems behind the meter.  For more information, please contact Dr. Sijie Chen, Chair of the Working Group.