​​​As our industry continues to evolve and the grid incorporates increasingly complex systems, it is essential that co-ops have adequate tools for training and operations. Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technology may be beneficial in providing enhanced data and information for a variety of essential functions, including emergency response, new employee training, safety protocol, among others.

The following resources include an overview of AR/VR technology and a series of case studies highlighting how cooperatives across the country are exploring AR/VR in daily operations.

• Article: An Introduction to AR/VR Technology (June 2019)

• Advisory: TechAdvantage® 2020 Panel Takeaways - Industrial Applications of Machine Learning, AR and VR (March 2020)

• Case Studies:
  

• Jo-Carroll Energy: Bringing Substations into the Office with Virtual Reality (January 2020)

• Tri-State: Using Virtual Reality to Connect Face-to-Face with Members (January 2020)