Energy Transitions

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast, Enlit's Jonathan Spencer Jones talks to Andrew Waller, Sales Director EMEA at Analog Devices, about the technologies and innovations that are facilitating greater efficiency and visibility, as well as the challenges and opportunities associated with an expanding grid edge. In this episode you will learn more about: The top three challenges in energy; What Analog Devices believes the single most important technological innovation will be to ensure a successful transition; How the industry is responding to challenges such as interoperability and cybersecurity; How the industry is gearing up to meet the needs for massive grid infrastructure expansion; New edge innovations are on the horizon; What the future of the energy ecosystem looks like for Analog Devices. This episode is brought to you in partnership with Analog Devices.

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast, Pamela Largue speaks to Adrian Guggisberg, President of Distribution Solutions at ABB, at Enlit Europe about the disruptive dynamics facing utilities and why incentivising change will be critical to deploying successful digitalisation strategies. In this episode you will learn more about: Why the utility sector is traditionally conservative and resistant to change and how to change this legacy perspective; What needs to change to bring the traditional utility into the new age; What are the strategic considerations to be accounted for as the grid changes; Why cybersecurity is one of the most critical concerns when it comes to grid digitalisation; Why partnerships and collaboration are the way forward; The impact of digitalisation on lifecycle management; Why it's important to avoid relying on regulatory prompts to initiate change; Why digitalisation is attracting talent to the industry; What ABB's Shaping Europe's Energy Future: Key Transition Priorities survey results show about the priorities of decision makers.

Virtualization is revolutionizing how distribution utilities tackle challenges. By maximizing existing infrastructure with enhanced intelligence at substations, utilities are improving energy resiliency. Virtual substations are becoming vital in managing distributed energy resources and optimizing safety. The T300 device is leading the way in data accessibility and interoperability. A shift from hardware to software-driven solutions is in motion, highlighting the importance of innovation in future energy systems.

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast, Enlit editor-in-chief Kelvin Ross unpacks the topic in more detail with Adriana Villalobos Mendez, Global Human Resources Business Partner at Siemens Energy. Villalobos Mendez talks about the value of people power and how to unlock it in a way that benefits the individual, team and business. In this episode you will learn more about: What people power means and how to harness it as a critical business tool; How to unlock people's power and potential by creating a safe environment; How to create a space that promotes innovation; Why allowing people to fail is an important recipe for success; What are the important things to get right for a successful cultural transformation; How to manage fear associated with AI in a transparent and open way; Why being a people person is so important in the age of digitalisation; How to Siemens Energy is making itself attractive to future recruits. This episode is brought to you in partnership with Siemens Energy

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast, Kelvin Ross, editor-in-chief for Enlit, spoke with Yuliana Onishchuk in front of a live audience at Enlit Europe in Milan. Onishchuk provided insight into the projects they are focusing on and the challenges they face in this volatile situation and shared her passion for making a positive difference to those impacted by the war. In this episode you will learn more about: How Energy Act for Ukraine Foundation is tracking to meet the 100 schools and 50 hospitals project target; The impact of blackouts on the equipment and the importance of local procurement for projects; How project partners are supporting the initiative; The conditions in schools and bomb shelters making this initiative critical; How Onishchuk and her team are working to educate people in Ukraine about the importance of renewables and are impacting the mindset of young Ukrainians concerning sustainability.

Pamela Largue speaks with Jo Egan, Chief Customer Officer at AGL in Australia, about how one of Australia's biggest energy companies is transforming its people and processes for the future. In this episode you will learn more about: The disruptive changes having the biggest impact on utilities, The impact of the twin technology and business transition, The lessons AGL has learned along their journey of transformation, What next-gen consumers are looking for and how utilities can support them to play their part in the new energy system, Why utilities need data and analytics to meet the needs of the consumer, The fundamental importance of effective change management strategies.

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast in partnership with Voltalis, Pamela Largue talks to Sebastien Condom, Senior Vice-President, Head of International Business at Voltalis, about why demand response is such a critical part of meeting our flexibility and decarbonisation goals. In this episode you will learn more about: Why demand response will play an integral part in our future energy system; Key hurdles to and enablers of scaling demand response; The influence of market design, trade restrictions, policy frameworks and aggregator participation; The importance of the wholesale market in providing line of sight on revenues; The importance of effective data collection and management; Why demand response needs to be people-centred; Understanding how demand response is done at Voltalis and why the technology and business model are unique; Identify case studies that show tangible benefits of effective demand strategies; The importance of partnerships and collaboration to ensure successful demand response strategy rollout.

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast, Pamela Largue talks to Josh Shimali, Head of Onshore Underwriting at renewables insurance firm GCube, about the growing complexities of the insurance landscape. Shimali also highlights the key trends emerging from the past decade of renewables construction claims, highlighted in GCube's latest report. In this episode, you will learn more about: Key findings of the report, Arrested Development: Managing complex claims in the boom-and-bust world of renewables construction, Understanding the ‘boom and bust’ cycles and the pressure they place on developers, contractors and the supply chain, Top causes of onshore and offshore losses, How to minimise developer risk, Strategies to boost project success amidst extreme weather, contractor error and tech failure, How to ensure sustainable insurance models, and Lessons from past projects that are crucial for future success.

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast, Pamela Largue speaks to Kim Getgen, CEO and Founder of InnovationForce, about how to navigate this unknown landscape in a strategic way that creates value for utilities. Getgen also unpacks the necessary elements for an innovation ecosystem that will ultimately modernise technology, business processes and the future of work. Listen to this episode to learn more about: How utilities can navigate bureaucracy and mitigate innovation risk Avoiding the trap of continuous improvement How to maximise available budgets Establishing innovation mindsets and creative agility and overcoming status quo thinking Achieving strategic alignment with the utility leadership Understanding why the lack of collaboration between the US and Europe is a failed opportunity Kim Getgen will be moderating a panel at Enlit Europe in Milan, from 22-24 October. Join the session, Unblocking Europe's Innovation Pipeline, to learn more about how to ensure Europe's innovation ecosystem functions properly.

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast, Pamela Largue speaks to Carol Johnston, VP of Energy, Utilities and Resources at enterprise software company IFS. Johnston unpacks how AI is revolutionising the way utilities operate, the risks associated with delaying digitalisation and how AI will ultimately optimise the relationship between mortals and machines. Listen to this episode to learn more about: How technology maturity is facilitating AI's increasing role in the utility business Why we need AI for a successful and swift energy transition How AI is proving to be a game changer in managing the grid and distributed energy resources How to manage the impact AI's energy demand is placing on the grid Where is AI causing the most disruption and providing the most benefit Key use cases of AI in utility operations How to maximise a digitalisation strategy How to prepare the workforce to ensure AI is optimised The safeguards needed to mitigate risks of deploying AI