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SCE Launches First Private 5G Network for U.S. Utilities

Kurrant News Desk · ·1 min read

Southern California Edison (SCE) has launched the first private 5G field area network (FAN) for a U.S. utility, developed in partnership with Nokia. Leveraging Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum, the network aims to enhance connectivity and grid reliability through 5G radio access, IP/MPLS backbone integration, and cloud-native 5G core capabilities. Designed for utility-specific needs, it supports real-time monitoring, remote management, and data exchange across power lines, substations, and field devices.

The deployment improves fault detection and response times, optimizes integration of distributed energy resources, and enhances situational awareness through real-time data collection from smart meters and advanced sensors. Key technical features include network slicing, which allocates dedicated resources for specific use cases such as emergency response or equipment control, ensuring low latency and prioritized performance.

This network is expected to streamline grid modernization efforts, including seamless deployment of automated controls and dynamic resource allocation for renewable energy management. Over the next several years, SCE plans to scale the network across its 129,500 km² service area, emphasizing scalable, high-performance connectivity for critical utility operations.