Task: EPRI Guidebook on GIS and GIL – 2024 update
Task Description: Under this task, in 2024 EPRI will utilize its GIS laboratory to introduce typical defects and assess technologies to reliably detect these defects while the GIS is live. The findings will help the industry in specification and interpretation.
Update:
- The GIS has been successfully adapted to allow for introduction of a wide range of defects including moisture, discharges and overheating.
- The next steps underway are the assessment of diagnostic efficacy of different technologies and the assessment of SF6 leak detection at heights using drone technologies.
Task: SF6 Alternatives
Task Description: In 2024, in depth and valuable insights will be provided on this important topic of alternatives. The findings will guide the industry on how to best respond to the ever-increasing pressures to reduce SF6 emissions and usage.
Update:
- Extensive review of utility deployments and industry trends is in progress
Engagement Opportunities
| Meeting | Date | Location | Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPRI Kick Off Webcast: Circuit Breakers Life Management & GIS and GIL (Gas Insulated Substations and lines) | February 10, 1:00 - 2:00pm ET | Webcast | Meeting Material |
| Circuit Breakers & GIS Task Force - March 2025 | March 10-13 (In-person)/ March 17-20 (Virtual) | Charlotte, NC | Register Here |
| EPRI Substations (Program 37) New Supplemental Launch Webcast | April 8, 2:00pm - 3:00pm ET | Webcast | Webcast Information |
| EPRI R&D Project Update Webcast: Circuit Breakers Life Management & GIS and GIL (Gas Insulated Substations and lines) (P37.102 & P37.108) | June 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm ET | Webcast | Webcast Information |
Anticipated Deliverables
| Deliverable | Description | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Emerging issues with new GIS and GIL technologies | EPRI research results and industry trends and lessons learned | December 31, 2025 |
| EPRI Guidebook on GIS and GIL – 2025 Update | Practical and well-informed guidance on GIS and GIL leak detection and condition monitoring | December 31, 2025 |
2024 Deliverable
| Product ID | Name |
Type |
|---|---|---|
| TBD | EPRI Guidebook on GIS and GIL - 2024 Edition |
Technical Update |
| TBD | SF6 Alternatives - Industry status update for 2024 |
Technical Update |
Past Deliverables
| Product ID | Name |
Type |
|---|---|---|
| 3002024618 | EPRI Guidebook on GIS and GIL - 2022 Edition |
Technical Update |
| 3002027117 | EPRI Guidebook on GIS and GIL - 2023 Edition |
Technical Update |
| 3002027120 | SF6 Alternatives - Industry status update for 2023 |
Technical Update |