February 2-5, 2026 | San Diego, CA

2025 Technical Conference Sessions

Intelligent wildfire mitigation strategies with Idaho Power and Consumers Energy

March 27, 2025
C141
Asset Management , Storms and Wildfires , Advanced Distribution Operations , Vegetation Management

Wildfire mitigation has grown in scope and preparedness. Many utilities are utilizing technology when a wildfire occurs, however, thought leadership is widening to what utilities can do before a fire to ensure that ignition sources are mitigated. Across the country, utilities are beginning to reimagine what it means to diagnose these issues before a wildfire occurs.

Consumers Energy and Idaho Power are utilizing technology, software, GIS, consumer and forestry education, and internal change management to change the game. 

Learn more about the technology implemented by these utilities, including cloud-based software, overhead line sensors, sensor and data management software, and advanced analytics.

 

Panel Moderator
Lisa Rogers
Lisa Rogers, Director of Sales - Sentient Energy
Chairperson
Alex Lago
Alex Lago, Managing Director, Grid Operations - Logic20/20
Speakers
Bryan Hobson
Bryan Hobson, Engineering Leader - Idaho Power
Scott Mcphail
Scott Mcphail