AI's Role in Maintaining Continuous Urban Energy Operations

March 15, 2026 · Dr. Aris Thorne

As metropolitan areas across Canada face increasing demands on their energy infrastructure, the role of artificial intelligence in ensuring operational continuity has moved from theoretical to critical. This article assesses the deployment of AI-driven coordination systems within the MetroGrid framework, focusing on predictive maintenance, real-time load balancing, and automated fault response in Toronto and Vancouver's core grids. The shift towards digital operations centers represents a fundamental change in how urban energy resilience is managed.