Eversource Begins Using Drones to Inspect Electric Lines in New Hampshire
Eversource Begins Using Drones to Inspect Electric Lines in New Hampshire
Aerial devices will reduce environmental impact and customer costs
MANCHESTER, N.H. (September 4, 2018) – Leveraging innovative technologies, Eversource is now using drones to more efficiently inspect electric lines throughout New Hampshire. The aerial devices provide the energy company with a close look at high-voltage energy infrastructure spanning remote, hard-to-reach areas.
“Drone technology offers a safe, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly way to perform required inspections of electrical lines, structures and equipment,” said Eversource NH Vice President of Electric Operations Joe Purington. “This high-tech solution provides a critical, bird’s-eye view, enabling us to identify any potential issues in an effort to ensure our customers have the energy they need for every moment of their lives.”
The use of drones is limited to inspections of Eversource equipment by certified operators, without compromising the privacy of nearby property owners. Using drones will minimize the need for periodic inspections by low-flying helicopters, reducing the use of fossil fuels and lowering the costs associated with annual inspections which are paid by customers. Drone inspections will also minimize the need for vehicle access to inspect equipment in environmentally sensitive areas.
Click here for high res photos of Eversource’s first drone inspection in New Hampshire.
Eversource (NYSE: ES) is New Hampshire's largest electric utility, serving more than 500,000 homes and businesses in 211 cities and towns, and also supplies water to approximately 9,300 homes and businesses in Hampton, North Hampton and Rye. Eversource is proud to be recognized as the top contributor to United Way in New Hampshire. Recognized as the top U.S. utility for its energy efficiency programs by the sustainability advocacy organization Ceres, Eversource harnesses the commitment of about 8,000 employees across three states to build a single, united company around the mission of safely delivering reliable energy and water with superior customer service. For more information, please visit our website (www.eversource.com) and follow us on Twitter (@eversourceNH) and Facebook (facebook.com/EversourceNH). For more information on our water services, visit www.aquarionwater.com.
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