Georgia Power has begun using SmartValve technology from Smart Wires to address increased energy demand in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The SmartValve system, an advanced power flow control technology, is designed to improve how electricity moves across the grid and help maintain reliable and affordable service for customers.
The technology operates by redirecting electricity along various routes in real time, which reduces congestion on existing transmission lines. This enables Georgia Power to use its current infrastructure more efficiently without the need for significant new construction.
This project marks Georgia Power’s first major rollout of this type of grid-enhancing technology. The installation includes 21 SmartValve modules placed on two circuits carrying 230,000 volts each. These devices are intended to direct electricity where it is most needed in a region that continues to experience rapid growth. The dynamic control feature of SmartValve allows for quicker adjustments to shifting energy demands.
“Georgia Power is constantly looking for ways to better serve our customers with reliable, affordable power as we build the future of energy through this remarkable period of growth in our state,” said Michael Robinson, Georgia Power Vice President of Grid Transformation. “SmartValve presents an innovative solution to provide new benefits for our customers.”
The initiative also sets a precedent for wider adoption of similar technologies within Georgia Power’s network. The company views these developments as essential steps toward creating a more adaptable grid capable of supporting modern energy requirements and improving responses during storms or other disruptions.
“Our partnership with Georgia Power highlights the real-world impact of advanced power flow control technologies,” said Joanna Lohkamp, CEO of Smart Wires. “By maximizing the full potential of existing infrastructure, we’re ensuring reliable, cost-effective energy delivery – not just for today, but for the future.”
Following this deployment, Georgia Power plans another installation at a different facility by summer 2028.
