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The changing energy landscape, along with the growing demand for reliable and affordable power, means that public power systems are playing a pivotal role in shaping the energy future for local communities by investing in new infrastructure and clean energy technologies.
Public power utilities want a knowledgeable partner to assist them with proven solutions for grid modernization, integration of new and emerging technologies, proactively planning for future demand changes, and improving reliability and resiliency.
Each public power organization’s journey will differ. Wesco’s deep expertise in the utility industry allows us to take a holistic approach to help you take advantage of growth opportunities and address your unique power delivery requirements.
Reliability
When it comes to reliability, public power utilities are staying ahead of the game by proactively working to harden their distribution system and embracing the use of emerging technologies to boost and prioritize dependability for their customers.
For over a century, Wesco has had a similar commitment to our customers and operational approach. Wesco believes in forging strong business partnerships that involve collaboration and problem solving to deliver solutions that solve challenges for public power utilities and the communities they power.
Expertise
To meet the increasing consumer demand and expectations there is a need to enhance operational efficiencies, stimulate businesses, and accelerate the use of technological advancements. That’s where Wesco comes in. With decades of experience in the public power sector, Wesco can leverage our expertise in electrification, renewables, energy storage, 24/7 connectivity, and automation to address power delivery challenges.
In today’s market, it is tough for public power utilities to have internal expertise in all areas. Wesco can deliver innovative solutions, best practices, and technologies that address the specific challenges that public power utilities of any size are facing.
Supply Chain Solutions
Our comprehensive and customizable supply chain services enable you to focus on delivering essential services to your customers while we take responsibility for the management of your entire project, or a portion of it.
- Asset and materials management
- Complex program and project management
- Logistics and transportation optimization
- Sourcing, procurement and forecasting
- Supplier selection, consolidation and coordination
- Work order release management
Automation
Advanced metering infrastructure allows public power utilities to rapidly address grid deficiencies, supports grid automation, allows improved management of utility assets, provides enhanced security, and results in a more efficient and reliable grid while laying the foundation for future technology needs.
As utilities are transforming their operations to meet increasing energy demands and environmental objectives, Wesco stands ready to help them optimize performance, achieve smarter operations, and navigate the electric grid of the future.
24/7 Connectivity
A modern smart grid requires 24/7 reliable and secure communications to ensure that critical applications have real-time connectivity and to stay in touch with field crews in remote locations.
Through our extensive and diverse technology portfolio, Wesco assists public power utilities in harnessing the full power of next-generation communications networks by offering:
- Critical connectivity experience and expertise
- Innovative solutions to support mission-critical operations
- A broad portfolio of connectivity and IoT solutions to address industry demands
- Technology integration and deployment
- Single-point-of-contact management
Electrification
Electrification gives communities a path to reach their decarbonization goals, whether to lower overall emissions or improve the way of life for residents. It is also transforming a variety of sectors including transportation, residential and commercial buildings, industrial processes and equipment, and agribusinesses.
To meet the energy needs of an electrified future, utilities must upgrade or replace aging infrastructure, enhance grid reliability, incorporate renewable energy sources, add energy storage solutions, and increase smart grid capabilities, while at the same time maintaining safe, reliable, and resilient electric grids. While modernizing the grid is complex, Wesco can help public power utilities meet rising power demands, address sustainability goals, and lower operating costs.
