Overstory: Revolutionizing Vegetation Management for Utilities
Overstory is a game-changer in the field of vegetation management for utilities. It addresses the critical issue of power outages and wildfires caused by vegetation encroachment on the electric grid.
Overview
Vegetation is the leading cause of power outages and wildfires related to the electric grid. Overstory's software provides a solution by helping utilities optimize their resources, mitigate vegetation risks, and future-proof their operations. This enables smarter infrastructure management and safer communities.
Core Features
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Overstory combines AI with remote sensing sources like satellite and aerial imagery to create detailed vegetation data. This data is combined with local information such as asset location, wildfire maps, and terrain to provide a comprehensive view of the vegetation situation.
- Resource Optimization: It helps utilities prioritize impactful vegetation management work, minimizing unnecessary trimming and maximizing spending in riskier areas. This leads to more efficient use of time and money.
- Risk Reduction and Reliability Improvement: By shifting to proactive vegetation management, Overstory helps address the growing risk of vegetation-related outages and wildfires. It allows utilities to be prepared for and address potential risks before they materialize.
Basic Usage
Utilities can use Overstory to build efficient, data-driven vegetation management programs. The technology partners with utilities to work on solutions that fit their specific needs and workflows. Customers have praised Overstory for its refined approach and the confidence it provides in the data and results.
In a world where weather-related outages are on the rise, and the workforce and budgets are limited, Overstory offers a solution that helps utilities build resilience and predictability into their operations.
