From Grid Hardening to Grid Intelligence: The Next Era of Wildfire Resilience

How wildfires are changing the U.S. electric grid

Years of destructive fires are forcing utilities to prioritize wildfire resilience as they plan the next generation of the U.S. electric grid.Why it matters: Utilities aren't just expanding the electric grid — they're designing it to withstand a more fire-prone climate.This year's wildfire season is exceeding the 10-year average for both the number of fires and acres burned.The big picture: The U.S. is embarking on one of the biggest grid expans…

From grid hardening to grid intelligence: The next era of wildfire resilience

Another summer of evacuation orders and smoke-filled skies across the country as hundreds of wildfires are burning. Technology is helping to mitigate grid impacts.