Natural Language Processing – Talking In A Way Machines Can Understand
Anyone who has ever used a search engine or virtual assistant is using natural language processing (NLP). Who knew that NLP is artificial intelligence (AI)?…
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Con Edison, NYCHA Complete Inspections, Upgrades at 29 Buildings (Via T&D World)
The company, working with NYCHA, reviewed the energy usage and equipment at more than 200 buildings and identified 29 of those for inspections. Con Edison…
Duke Energy Readies for Hurricanes during Pandemic (T&D World)
Utility takes steps to restore power quickly after a storm without compromising on the health of employees and customers. Duke Energy has prepared to respond…
Community Heroes: APPA Honors Utilities and Individuals for Service and Leadership (Via T&D World)
The American Public Power Association awarded 13 individuals and 10 utilities for giving back to their local communities. Nineteen individuals and 10 utilities were recognized…
Advanced Analytics and Machine Learning Boost Bee Populations (Via T&D World)
As part of its commitment to using data and analytics to solve the world’s most pressing problems, SAS’ recent work includes helping to save the…
Leveraging Predictive Data Science to Optimize Vegetation Management
Managing vegetation and tree growth around power lines is an important responsibility that rests on the shoulders (and budgets) of utilities. It plays a critical…
FirstEnergy Deploys Internal Avian App to Streamline Bird Protection Efforts (Via T&D World)
Digital reporting promotes quicker response to bird-related power issues. FirstEnergy Corp. has deployed an app that allows utility personnel to report avian issues in real…
COVID-19: Two Use Cases for Analytics in Preparing for Reopening
As an essential industry, utilities have risen to the occasion by implementing pandemic plans to protect customers and workers while keeping the lights on. COVID-19…
Con Edison, Employees Donate Funds, Equipment, Service to COVID-19 Relief (Via T&D World)
“These heroes are people we know, and they need our help,” said John McAvoy, CEO and chairman of Con Edison. New York’s doctors, nurses,…
COVID-19: Six Use Cases on How Analytics Can Help in the Short Term
As providers of essential services, utilities have their hands full with COVID-19. From managing a large workforce to serving many customers, utility operations are using…