We continue to trial technologies that have the potential to feed data into the DPLA to identify and locate gas leaks in the gas distribution network.
Satelytics is a software company that uses artificial intelligence to keep vigilant watch over assets, alerting to conditions outside of our operating integrity window.
On July 29, 2024, Cadent launched the Satelytics trial with the first satellite capture in North London. Satelytics use earth observatory satellites and image acquisition platforms to amass high-resolution imagery. Using this data, they apply their algorithms to monitor methane emissions. The emissions are displayed as heatmap images overlayed on the satellite images. In addition to methane, Satelytics has forty-eight algorithms on offer that apply to a range of applications.
We will be taking multiple captures of an area in North London and East Anglia respectively over the next 6 months, allowing for seasonal variations to be shown. With the results of the first capture in North London picking up leaks across a range of scales, we are excited to see the results of the East Anglia capture soon. Results from the captures will be carefully analysed, providing important learnings for us and the rest of the gas industry.
Our operational and engineering teams are at the forefront of this initiative, ensuring the trial runs smoothly and effectively. Their expertise and commitment are crucial to the success of this project.
Example of a Satelytics data heat map from their work in the US(unrelated to the Cadent network in the UK).
Strategic Innovation Fund (SIF) | Ofgem
Digital Platform for Leakage Analytics – Beta Phase | ENA Innovation Portal
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Cadent is the UK’s largest gas distribution network with a 200-year legacy. We are in a unique position to build on strong foundations whilst encouraging the curiosity to think differently and the courage to embrace change. Day to day we continue to operate, maintain and innovate the UK’s largest gas network, transporting gas safely and protecting people in an emergency. Our skilled engineers and specialists remain committed to the communities we serve, working day and night to ensure gas reaches 11 million homes from Cumbria to North London and the Welsh Borders to East Anglia, to keep your energy flowing.
Here at Cadent we support the Government’s plans to reach Net Zero by 2050. That means we’re backing the introduction of hydrogen as a low carbon alternative to natural gas for the future. We know people love the controllability of gas and, with our network already in place, it makes sense to switch to the lower carbon alternative offered by hydrogen, which we believe can keep homes and businesses warm for generations to come.
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We’re committed to leveraging technology to enhance the safety and efficiency of our network.
Cadent is testing Distran leak-detection cameras in North London and East Anglia to enhance accuracy in spotting emissions and gather insights for wider industry benefit.
We’re trialling Sensirion’s fixed methane detection sensors at AGI sites to enhance continuous monitoring, support earlier leak detection and improve network safety.
We’re trialling Qube’s AI-driven sensors to continuously monitor methane at AGI sites, providing insights that support safer, lower-emission network operations.
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