WHITE PAPER

Rethinking Resilience | Real-World Data on Trussing Efficacy After Extreme Weather

With extreme weather events intensifying across the United States, electric utility companies face unprecedented challenges in enhancing the resilience of their power transmission and distribution networks to ensure reliable service. In 2023 alone, the US experienced 28 billion dollars in weather and climate disasters – the highest on record – according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The damage from Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton in 2024 further highlighted the vulnerability of utility infrastructure to extreme weather events. From hurricanes along the Gulf Coast to derechos in the Midwest, utility companies are grappling with how best to fortify their grids against these growing risks while balancing cost, speed, and operational efficiency.

Instead of replacing damaged or decayed poles which is costly, time-consuming, and resource-intensive, utilities should constantly assess the health of weak poles to stay ahead of the next storm. Fill out the form to read the full white paper on best practices and proven case studies.