Artificial intelligence can enhance natural gas delivery, NARUC reports – IAM Network

Artificial intelligence can provide value to natural gas utilities and customers, a National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) primer states. The primer from the US regulatory non-profit is aimed to improve awareness of artificial intelligence tools and practices, with a focus on the potential to enhance natural gas utility performance. It zeroes in on the three most common challenges being faced. These are ageing distribution infrastructure, excavator damage to underground infrastructure and customer participation in energy efficiency programmes. Regarding ageing infrastructure, artificial intelligence can assist in identifying and prioritising repair and replacement programmes.