Xcel Energy Colorado is set to expand into AI Fire Detection to bolster wildfire mitigation efforts. It is collaborating with San Francisco-based Pano AI, a cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) technology company.
The utility company plans to install 21 advanced camera systems across its territory covering 1.5 million acres in Colorado.
This initiative, part of Xcel Energy’s comprehensive wildfire prevention program, represents an investment of approximately $180 million for the current year alone.
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AI Fire Detection Technology
The deployment of Pano AI‘s sophisticated system marks a significant step forward in Xcel Energy’s arsenal against the ever-growing threat of wildfires. The AI-powered camera systems utilize high-definition lenses, capturing 360-degree views. It also leverages data from satellites and other sources to analyze real-time weather conditions.
