GridOS® for Electric UtilitiesOrchestrate a more sustainable energy gridAs the energy transition heats up, the associated complexities and challenges are becoming too much for traditional grid management. It’s time to embrace grid orchestration with GridOS.Discover more Electric Utilities Overview Secure. Sustainable. Balanced. Renewables and DERs are increasing. Energy flows are more complex. And severe weather strikes frequently. Utilities need software that can directly address these challenges and orchestrate the grid. That’s where GridOS Orchestration Software can help, with its suite of advanced grid applications.Learn More A look at the numbers See how GE Vernova has helped utilities around the globe: 21%GE Vernova customers experience 21% less network outages to keep the lights on for their customers.* 17%GE Vernova customers realize 17% faster restoration times to keep the lights on for their customers.* 25%of the world’s electricity generated with the help of GE Vernova technology base.** 90%of the world’s power transmission utilities have been equipped with GE Vernova technology. Disclaimer* Data source from Annual Electric Power Industry Report, Form EIA-861, October 2023 results based on all utilities in the United States. Reliability data reflects average SAIDI and SAIFI with MEDs.** As of June 2024, 25% of the world’s electricity is generated with the help of GE Vernova’s technology base. Percentages are rounded to the nearest whole number. End-to-end grid orchestration software: DisruptionsEffectively prepare for, manage, and recover from disruptive events faster and safer than ever before.Learn More Network LifecycleFrom planning and design to deployment and maintenance, get a clear view of the entire network and its state.Learn More Network OperationsIron out complexities and unlock real-time management, balancing, and optimization of your network. Learn More Renewables ManagementQuickly and safely onboard, integrate, and manage renewables and DERs.Learn More Energy MarketsProperly optimize power supply to unlock greater markets participation, all while ensuring energy security and affordability.Learn More Load More View All GridOS Products Ask the analystsGuidehouse Insights Leaderboard: Grid DERMSGE Vernova, a pioneer in transforming the energy grid into a smarter, more resilient ecosystem, proudly announces its position as the #1 provider in the Guidehouse Insights 2024 Leaderboard for Grid DERMS vendors. Our GridOS® DERMS software sets a new standard in distributed energy resource (DER) management, empowering grid operators to navigate the complexities of DER integration.Read now More insights from the analysts GridOS customer stories Load Frequency Control at FingridFingrid Automates Load Frequency Control with GE Vernova’s GridOS® Orchestration SoftwareLearn More GridOS ADMS at DTEK GridsDTEK Grids Implements GE Vernova ADMS as Part of Digital Transformation ProcessLearn More GridOS ADMS at Northern PowergridNorthern Powergrid accelerates its Net Zero journey with GE Vernova's ADMSLearn More Smallworld GNM at NorlysNorlys improves fiber network documentation with Smallworld GNMLearn More More Customer Stories Products Products Resources Blogs Videos Additional Resources FAQs FAQs How do smart grids improve grid management? Smart grids enhance grid management through several key improvements:1. Real-Time Grid Monitoring and Control: Smart grids use advanced sensors and communication technologies to provide real-time data on electricity flow and grid conditions. This allows for better monitoring and more precise control of the grid, enabling quick responses to any issues or changes in demand.2. Enhanced Reliability and Efficiency: By incorporating automated systems, smart grids can detect and resolve faults quickly, reducing the duration and frequency of power outages. This improves overall reliability and efficiency in electricity distribution.3. Integration of Renewable Energy: Smart grids facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, by efficiently managing the variability and intermittency of these resources. This is achieved through advanced forecasting and grid balancing capabilities.4. Data-Driven Decision Making: The data collected by smart grids supports data-driven decision-making processes for utilities, enabling them to optimize grid operations, maintenance schedules, and infrastructure investments. Smart grids often make use of a grid data fabric to make it simpler for operators and applications to access and utilize data.5. Enhanced Security: Smart grids incorporate cybersecurity measures, like the Zero Trust grid security principles built into GridOS, to protect against cyber threats, ensuring the safety and reliability of the power supply. How do I identify the best grid management solutions for utilities? The best grid management solutions leverage automation and machine learning to orchestrate, not just manage the sustainable energy grid. They also enable the various components of the grid to be controlled holistically across distribution and transmission, IT and OT, and field and control room as a single, interconnected entity. What are GE Vernova’s best grid solutions for electric utilities? GE Vernova offers a variety of grid orchestration solutions for all aspects of the grid, including transmission, distribution, and the edge. They are all part of the GridOS grid orchestration portfolio, the first software portfolio designed exclusively for grid orchestration. What is a modern grid system? A modern grid system, often referred to as a "smart grid," is an advanced electricity network that uses digital technology to manage and automate the flow of energy from producers to consumers. It enhances the efficiency, reliability, and sustainability of power supplies. How can we modernize the grid? Modernizing the grid involves implementing technologies and practices that enhance its efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Here are key strategies for grid modernization:1. Upgrade Infrastructure: Replace aging equipment and infrastructure with advanced technologies such as smart transformers, automated switches, and digital sensors to improve performance and reliability.2. Implement Smart Technologies: Deploy smart meters and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) to enable real-time monitoring and management of energy consumption, facilitating more efficient energy use.3. Enhance Communication Networks: Establish robust communication networks that provide real-time information exchange between utilities and consumers, supporting dynamic energy management and rapid response to changes in demand.4. Integrate Renewable Energy Sources: Facilitate the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid by developing systems that manage their variability and intermittency, such as grid-scale energy storage and demand response programs.5. Develop Energy Storage Solutions: Implement energy storage technologies, such as batteries and pumped hydro storage, to store excess energy for use during high demand periods or grid disruptions, enhancing grid stability and reliability.6. Advance Grid Automation and Control: Utilize automated controls and real-time monitoring systems to optimize grid operations, improve fault detection, and enable rapid response to outages.7. Enhance Grid Resilience: Strengthen grid resilience to natural disasters and cyber threats by implementing advanced security technologies and developing contingency plans for emergency situations.8. Encourage Consumer Participation: Promote consumer involvement in energy management through programs like demand response and energy efficiency incentives, empowering users to contribute to grid stability and sustainability.9. Utilize Data Analytics: Leverage data analytics to optimize grid performance, forecast energy demand, and improve decision-making processes for utilities and policymakers.10. Support Regulatory and Policy Frameworks: Develop and implement policies that incentivize grid modernization, support renewable energy integration, and ensure compliance with environmental and safety standards.By adopting these strategies, utilities and stakeholders can transform the grid into a more efficient, sustainable, and resilient energy infrastructure, capable of meeting future energy needs and supporting environmental goals. Customer Stories Customer Stories Speak with a utility software expert about how GridOS can help ensure a reliable and resilient sustainable-energy grid.Fill out the form below or call us at 1-833-690-5552. Thank you for getting in touch!We’ve received your message, One of our colleagues will get back to you soon. Have a great day!