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    The Grid's Early Warning System

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    PG&E
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    The California electric utility shares how it is upgrading its substation automation systems on its path to grid modernization.
    Sept. 3, 2025
    Courtesy of Southern California Edison
    The AWARE system flags anomalies with increased precision, meaning field crews get more actionable alerts to respond with the right equipment to the right location.
    The California utility invented the AWARE system to mitigate outages, expedite restoration and improve productivity for the field workforce.
    Aug. 26, 2025
    UCEMC
    Charles Tinch, a UCEMC substation technician, uses the eSMART platform on his iPad to conduct and log real-time inspection data, streamlining substation maintenance and reporting.
    UCEMC, serving over 54,000 members in Tennessee, faced challenges managing rapid growth and aging infrastructure. By implementing the eSmart platform, they enhanced data visibility...
    Aug. 22, 2025