Hawaiian Electric narrows Phase 2 grid modernization plan, prioritizing wildfire-risk devices and control systems

Jan 10, 2025

At a PUC technical conference, Hawaiian Electric outlined a slimmed-down Grid Modernization Phase 2 plan that targets devices and control-system upgrades in wildfire Tier 2/3 areas, explains ADMS benefits, and says it will file a supplemental application after unsuccessful DOE grant bids.

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Hawaiian Electric on Tuesday told the Public Utilities Commission during a technical conference that it will narrow the scope of its Grid Modernization Phase 2 program to prioritize field devices and control‑system upgrades in identified wildfire risk areas while continuing investments in cyber monitoring and private LTE communications.

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