PGE uses "sunscreen" coating on power lines to reflect heat and curb overheating
- Posted on June 16, 2026
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PGE uses "sunscreen" coating on power lines to reflect heat and curb overheating
PGE is testing a “sunscreen” coating on power lines to cut overheating, improve hot-weather reliability, and boost capacity up to 20%. After 1.5 miles in Hillsboro, it aims for 38+ miles by 2030, using robots this fall.
