Vector will use artificial intelligence to predict power outages during storms in Auckland

Vector is going to start using artificial intelligence to predict where storms will cause power outages. The Auckland lines company has partnered with IBM to pilot the new system, a first for the country, next month. It uses satellite imagery and artificial intelligence to show areas where trees might be encroaching on power lines. It can then suggest the locations most at risk of outages. Vector already uses artificial intelligence to manage electricity demand and network data across its network, since it partnered with Israeli technology company mPrest in 2017.