Sentient Energy

Sentient Energy is a provider of grid modernization solutions and services for electric utilities. The company offers intelligent line sensors and grid analytics solutions that enable data-driven decision-making for the distribution grid. Sentient Energy's products target the critical infrastructure from distribution substations to the last transformer, addressing challenges in areas where utilities often lack visibility, data, and control.

The company's product line includes the Ample Analytics Platform, which serves as the central software platform for line sensing and VAR compensation solutions. Sentient Energy also offers various line sensors such as the MM3 for overhead lines, the ZM1 for low amperage overhead lines, and the UM3+ for underground feeders. These sensors work in conjunction with the Ample software to provide fault detection, load monitoring, and waveform capture capabilities. Additionally, the company's MM3ai System is designed to tackle complex grid challenges, including outage prediction.

Sentient Energy's solutions help utilities enhance the delivery of safe, reliable, and efficient power. The company's technologies have demonstrated significant benefits, with utilities achieving up to 20% reduction in outage time and up to 60% patrol cost savings. In May 2023, Sentient Energy was ranked number one in the Guidehouse Insights Leaderboard for Distribution Grid Sensing and Measurement Solutions, recognized for its strategy and execution in providing innovative line sensing, data analytics, optimization, and control technologies.