Grid Resilience and Innovation: Dr. Andrew Phillips on Utility Challenges
WPTF Afternoon News · WPTF FM 92.9 AM 680
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Show Notes
Hosted by Jon Champion, Dr. Andrew Phillips from the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) delves into the challenges local utilities face from extreme weather events like Hurricanes Haleen and Milton. Dr. Phillips highlights the need to harden infrastructure and speed up recovery times with cutting-edge technology such as drones and satellites for damage assessment. He also explores how the grid must adapt to new technologies like electric vehicles, sharing insights on EPRI’s testing of innovative carbon fiber conductors and mechanical fuses designed to boost grid resilience. Tune in for an engaging conversation about the future of our power systems and learn more about these advancements through EPRI's website.