Microsoft Research releases power grid space weather risk prediction system
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On October 1, 2026, Microsoft Research announced the development of a machine learning-based system for predicting grid-level space weather risk. The system covers 66,935 substations across the continental United States, providing location-level power grid space weather risk predictions with warnings issued 30 to 60 minutes in advance. The system has been released by Microsoft Research to help power grid stakeholders proactively address risks that space weather may bring.
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- Microsoft ResearchForecasting space weather risks on power grids
Microsoft Research has developed a machine learning system providing location-level grid space weather risk forecasts for 66,935 substations across the continental United States, with warnings 30-60 minutes in advance.