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    Seattle's Approach to Vegetation Risk

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    Courtesy of Seattle City Light.
    Seattle City Light’s transmission lines often run through challenging terrain. Integrating LiDAR with AI-driven analytics enables precise, proactive assessment of vegetation threats in these remote areas.
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    Seattle City Light underwent a shift to data-driven utility vegetation management to manage risks and improve reliability.
    July 21, 2025
    Courtesy of Habersham EMC.
    Habersham EMC is responsible for more than 3,800 miles of line.
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    Habersham Electric Membership Corporation (EMC) proactively invested in a grid modernization and resiliency plan that improved service reliability for its 28,000+ members.
    July 17, 2025
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    Opinion
    EPRI's Climate READi Framework provides a structured, data-driven approach to assess physical climate risks and develop adaptation strategies in the power sector.
    July 16, 2025
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    Opinion
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    CenterPoint Energy transformed its hurricane preparedness strategy post-Hurricane Beryl, emphasizing trust, transparency, and technology.
    July 9, 2025
    Adding transmission infrastructure takes time.
    AI-driven distribution automation is leading the way to a more responsive power system.
    July 8, 2025
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    Traditional methods of duct bank installations are disruptive, expensive, and visible to the public.
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    The DOE's GOPHURRS program and the development of worm-like robots, revolutionizing underground distribution line installations for reliability and cost-effectiveness.
    July 3, 2025
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    Exelon President and CEO Calvin Butler and Maryland Gov. Wes Moore discuss energy affordability and reliability on stage at Accenture’s IUEC 2025.
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    Attendees of Accenture’s IUEC 2025 shared their ideas for delivering energy that is affordable as well as clean and reliable.
    July 1, 2025
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    We have a smart grid, but the challenges of today need it smarter.
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    End-to-end digitalization is critical for addressing roadblocks and bottlenecks.
    June 17, 2025