Randolph EMC currently has four self-healing grid installations on the system: one in the Seagrove and Ulah area, one in the Troy area, and one in the Asheboro area. Unfortunately, it’s not feasible to install this technology system-wide because the cooperative faces some limitations. For instance, REMC is a more rural cooperative than most and will invest in placing switches only where it makes the most sense. In addition, the intelligent sensors will work only in locations that can provide alternate feeds. Moving forward, Randolph EMC will install this technology in key locations.
Randolph Electric seeks to advance resilience by building a modernized grid to monitor itself, providing improved reliability and faster restoration for members.