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Alabama Power
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Southern Company Generation
Southern Nuclear
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Solutions at the Speed of Light
An important part of the smart grid is the smart meter, and the Southern Company system is installing 4.6 million of them. The new meters will report the customer’s usage remotely, reducing the need for manual readings. They’ll tell us when the power goes out and when it’s been restored, and also when the voltage is low. The result is less cost for the company and better service for customers.
Over the next three years, we will expand the use of smart devices on our power grid, leading to better data gathering and shorter restoration times. Automated switching will enable computers and operators to redirect power and isolate downed lines faster. Automatic fault location will graphically show where power has been interrupted. New capacitor controls will be used to regulate voltage, helping maintain grid stability and reduce load during peak periods. And remote monitors will report on the health of substation equipment, reducing the need for in-person inspections and lowering maintenance costs.
