Hitachi Energy debuts wireless grid tech that prevents wildfires

Hitachi Energy debuts wireless grid tech that prevents wildfires
Electrek - Michelle Lewis • 68d

Hitachi Energy just launched wireless Spark Prevention Unit indicators that help prevent wildfires by enabling remote monitoring. According to the US Department of Energy, approximately 10% of wildfire ignitions are sparked by faults on electrical infrastructure or electric equipment failure. …

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