AI adoption by Iberdrola for enhancing power line durability
Woza Labs, a startup co-founded by Sebastian Priolo in late 2020, has made a significant leap in the realm of predictive technologies. The Spanish start-up recently emerged as the winner of the challenge launched by Iberdrola, an electricity company, in 2022, aiming to find a solution for making power lines more resilient.
Initially, Woza focused on developing a flood prediction layer for soybean and corn crops. However, the tool's potential has since attracted the interest of urban governments, marking a new direction for the company.
One of Woza's most exciting developments is the creation of a predictive layer for carbon credits. This innovative tool allows companies across energy, logistics, and infrastructure to simulate project-level emissions based on spatial and design inputs. By replacing the current practice of consulting services for similar simulations, this tool promises to streamline the process and provide more accurate predictions.
Woza's product creates modular predictive "layers" or indexes tailored to specific geographies and use cases. These layers can predict vegetation growth, flooding risk, or wildfire probability. The company collects and converts vast amounts of environmental, climate, and infrastructure public data to power these layers.
In a recent development, Woza closed a contract with a real estate client, an unexpected move as they didn't initially anticipate real estate companies needing their complex variables. This expansion into the real estate sector underscores the versatility of Woza's predictive technology.
In addition to its core offerings, Woza is considering creating new layers for other verticals, such as the agri-food business and government services. The startup is also fundraising for an energy-only spin-off with a dedicated team for developing energy-specific layers.
Furthermore, Woza Labs selected Berlin as the city to host the Power Resilience Forum in 2026. However, due to unspecified reasons, the event will now take place in Houston, TX from January 21-23, 2026.
The growing interest in adaptation technologies, like those offered by Woza, reflects the urgent need for companies and governments to address the immediate consequences of climate change on their infrastructure and supply chains. Woza Labs uses artificial intelligence to improve data analysis, visualization, and risk forecasting, making it a valuable tool in this fight.
As Woza continues to expand and innovate, it's clear that the future of predictive technology is bright. With its unique approach to data analysis and its commitment to creating practical solutions for a wide range of industries, Woza Labs is poised to make a significant impact.
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