Zhejiang Ningbo: Power Lights Up Scenic Spots in Warm Spring, Safeguards Bustling Tourism During Dual Holidays

　　Xikou Scenic Area in Fenghua District, Ningbo, Zhejiang Province boasts flying eaves of ancient town architecture and vibrant spring scenery on both banks of the Shanxi Stream. As Ningbo prepares for its first primary school spring break and the International Workers' Day, Scenic Area Power Manager of State Grid Ningbo Power Supply Company have carried out power services here, building a solid power defense line for the large passenger flow at the national 5A-level tourist attraction during the dual holidays, and enabling the cultural tourism vitality of the ancient town to resonate with reliable power supply。

　　Scenic Area Power Manager of State Grid Ningbo Power Supply Company conduct power services at Xikou Scenic Area. (Photo by Zhou Wangjing)

　　Since the beginning of this year, State Grid Ningbo Power Supply Company has taken the pilot construction of the "Three Batches" modern power business environment as the driving force, and promoted the intelligent upgrading and transformation of the distribution network in Xikou Town. The company has realized 100% three-remote transformation of connection points by adopting 4G plus quantum communication, with 100% coverage of distribution automation; installed intelligent monitoring devices to achieve full perception of the line operation environment and real-time early warning of operation status at the minute level; refined inspection coverage of 10kV lines reaches 80% with full coverage of corridor inspection; deployed three fixed unmanned aerial vehicle nests to fully implement fully autonomous intelligent inspection of the distribution network, building a strong power grid for the overall development of Xikou。

　　The dense areas of cultural and architectural relics such as Wuling Gate and the Museum in Xikou Scenic Area are the core priorities of power supply guarantee during the dual holidays. Scenic Area Power Manager of State Grid Ningbo Power Supply Company have carried out accurate infrared temperature measurement and blanket inspection on power supply lines and distribution equipment along the streets, with a special focus on the special electrical safety inspection of internal lines in wooden-structure buildings, ensuring the operation of lines and equipment with "zero hidden dangers and zero risks"。

　　In response to the surge in passenger flow during the spring break and May Day holiday, State Grid Ningbo Power Supply Company has adopted a combined strategy of "data monitoring plus on-site inspection". On the one hand, it dynamically tracks the changes in power load of scenic spots, homestays and shops relying on the power consumption information collection system. On the other hand, it conducts regular inspections of distribution facilities, having completed comprehensive "check-ups" on 9 distribution lines and 60 transformers in April, locking the power supply reliability at over 99.999%。

　　Scenic Area Power Manager of State Grid Ningbo Power Supply Company inspect power lines and equipment at Xikou Scenic Area. (Photo by Zhou Wangjing)

　　Meanwhile, Scenic Area Power Managers have coordinated the promotion of green travel, rural revitalization and the development of characteristic industries, improved the charging network in scenic spots and villages to meet the recharging needs of self-driving tourists with new energy vehicles; deepened the "Power Supply Station + Power Service Station" service system and put into use two Xiaocao Power Service Stations; strengthened energy efficiency diagnosis and optimized power consumption suggestions to realize the application of green energy in multiple scenarios. State Grid Ningbo Power Supply Company empowers the upgrading of rural cultural tourism and characteristic industries with electricity, achieving in-depth integration of pilot construction and cultural tourism development。

　　With pleasant spring scenery and the upcoming dual holidays, State Grid Ningbo Power Supply Company will take pilot construction as the starting point, supported by a strong and smart power grid and precise and proactive services, to fully ensure the safe and stable power supply of Xikou Scenic Area. With sufficient power, it will light up the "vitality" of the ancient town's cultural tourism, allowing every tourist to travel with peace of mind and enjoy a satisfying trip。

　　(By Wang Qing, Geng Zhaojiang, Zhu Sicheng)