Abstract

San Diego Gas & Electric’s (SDG&E) Grid Communication System (SGCS) project includes the installation of a fully integrated wireless communication system covering up to 90% of the utility’s customers. The project aims to enhance reliability and reduce outage durations and operations and maintenance costs. The project implements two-way communications and applications to: (1) allow SDG&E to integrate new advanced metering infrastructure and distribution automation equipment, and (2) provide increased system visibility and identify the scope and location of outages.