For electric utilities and grid operators, uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS, or drones) are a force multiplier. Given a bit of special training and equipment, a small number of utility workers can keep ...

JACKSON, Mich., Aug. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Consumers Energy has expanded its use of drone technology across the electric grid by doubling its fleet in the past 2 years reinforcing its commitment to ...

MOUNT BALDY, Calif. (KABC) -- The recent Atmospheric Rivers that brought so much rain to Southern California have turned the mountains and hillsides into lush verdant greenery, but when those Santa ...

Ameren Illinois manages over 45,000 miles of power lines supported by approximately 1.3 million utility poles, including high ...

This collaboration combines Scopito’s advanced data management and image analysis technologies with Statnett’s robust infrastructure, supporting sustainable energy distribution. Norwegian utility ...

GENESEE COUNTY, MI -- Low-flying helicopters that were expected to inspect high-voltage transmission structures and lines in Genesee County next week are starting their work earlier than expected. ITC ...

ITC is planning to fly helicopters low around high-voltage power lines in Mid-Michigan during the month of September.

Helicopter inspections by Hawaiian Electric revealed critical transmission line corridors that run along the base of the Koolau mountains have been choked by extensive overgrowth of albizia trees, ...