Wisconsin

From winter storms to summer derechos, Wisconsin often experiences severe weather-driven power outages that impact communities and industries. Berkeley Lab researchers are helping utilities understand these economic impacts with tools like the Power Outage Economics Tool (POET). Originally designed for Commonwealth Edison, this tool can be used by decision-makers to guide smarter grid investments and infrastructure upgrades, helping ensure reliable electricity and reduce the impact of future power interruptions. Users in any state can evaluate the economic impact of power interruptions and the value of investments in the power system. This information makes it easier for Wisconsin utilities to make more targeted improvements to the energy grid.