Featured in Powering AI – 03-2026

Why generative AI is good for grids

Extreme weather events have brought grid resilience into focus in the United States, where hurricanes can wreak havoc on energy infrastructure. During a crisis, quick decisions in the control room are essential – and predicting faults before they occur can prevent major disruption. San Francisco-based AI professional Rudrendu Paul examines how generative AI can improve stability and security, starting with microgrids.

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Mark Hutchins

02 Mar 2026

Generative AI tools can assist grid operators, particularly during crises. The challenge is integration with legacy systems. | Image: Dpysh w/Wikimedia Commons

Generative AI can make solar and battery storage microgrids more resilient during extreme weather events. Recent data from the United States Energy Information Administration (EIA) indicate electricity customers experienced an average of 11 hours of power outages in 2024, nearly double the annual average over the last decade. Extreme weather events account for 80% of …

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