Layered Technology Improves Operational Insights, Reduces Shutoff Risks for SDG&E Customers
Over the past several years, San Diego Gas & Electric has developed a suite of technologies to mitigate wildfires and reduce the need for public safety power shutoffs (PSPS). SDG&E launched its Wildfire Next Generation System (WiNGS) to model climate scenarios, estimate potential outcomes, and prioritize communities and assets. In 2024, SDG&E added a new layer to WiNGS to assess risks associated with temporary construction and compliance (TCC) assets. WiNGS is integrated with artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze drone and smartphone images, allowing the utility to pinpoint infrastructure defects and wildfire risks. Through this integration, drone imagery for any TCC asset can be accessed to expedite risk analysis and, ultimately, reduce PSPS events.
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