Case studies.

PG&E, one of the largest utilities in the U.S., has improved its grid hazard response by integrating the Gridware AGR platform directly into its outage management system (OMS) via advanced API technology. Traditional monitoring systems often delay hazard detection, risking safety and reliability. PG&E’s seamless API integration enables real-time, multi-sensor data feeds, leading to faster, more accurate hazard identification and response. Operational benefits include reduced dispatch times, streamlined data processing, and enhanced situational awareness, validated during recent storm and fire events. This innovative approach boosts safety, reliability, and efficiency, demonstrating a scalable solution for large utilities facing evolving grid monitoring challenges.

PG&E is addressing the challenge of detecting dangerous high impedance faults (HIFs) that can lead to wildfires by partnering with Gridware to implement the Active Grid Response (AGR) platform, which enables real-time detection and situational awareness of hazards, exemplified by a recent incident where an oak tree on a power line was swiftly identified and mitigated before it could ignite a fire.

Puget Sound Energy's pilot with Gridware's Active Grid Response improved their ability to identify outages and prioritize repairs during severe weather, enhancing system resiliency and restoration speed by providing real-time alerts.

Xcel Energy, facing increasing wildfire risks in Colorado, partnered with Gridware to implement Active Grid Response technology, enabling real-time detection of hazardous conditions and successfully preventing a potentially catastrophic fire during a critical incident.