How Do We Apply Wildlife And Asset Protection To Electricity Distribution?
ESG principles are crucial for modern businesses, and biodiversity risk is a critical concern in electricity distribution. High-voltage exposure increases the risk of wildlife electrocution. Companies must manage this risk to maintain their social license while providing essential services safely. Modern switchgear manufacturers cover wildlife interaction outages, and organizations offer mitigation techniques to reduce biodiversity risk and improve asset reliability. This blog explores key techniques for wildlife and asset protection . Bird Guards Bird guards are electrical insulating covers installed after overhead lines are terminated on high-voltage assets, protecting exposed terminals from animals. They form a mechanical barrier between the terminal and the surrounding environment, reducing the risk of animals bridging the gap between the earthed asset and contacting the lines. Bird guards are available for all terminal types, including surge arrester and voltage transformer termin