Recording of Wednesday, May 07, 2025 | The smarter E Europe Exhibition Program 2025 | Exhibition Program | Language: English | Duration: 3:30 .

Session Recap: From Energy Hubs and AI Innovations to DC Microgrids and Green Hydrogen Forum Preview

The first major topic discussed was energy hubs, highlighting their complexity and components. This led into discussions about AI, where IBM demonstrated its capabilities in optimizing performance and lifecycle management of assets through artificial intelligence. Octopus Energy then addressed consumer involvement, emphasizing that they handle most processes via AI for ease of use by consumers. They also introduced the concept of joining a fan club as part of being an Octopus Energy customer. Ben Gensinger from Siemens presented on software applications involving AI, showcasing various possibilities within this domain. Paolo's presentation focused on DC microgrids and their business potential in Africa due to early needs there; he suggested that companies like ABB could enhance these initiatives' success. Finally, attendees were invited to join another session at the Green Hydrogen Forum moderated by the speaker during EES events without needing special tickets—highlighting hydrogen's relevance across different contexts such as generation or load handling.

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Talk of session: Intelligent Distribution Grids for Tomorrow's Demands

Discover how next-gen distribution grid technologies are addressing the challenges of renewable integration and dynamic energy demands. This session offers insights into the latest developments in AI-driven data analytics and the transformative role of IoT in grid management. Explore how innovative digital solutions are used for efficient grid planning, expansion and modernization and provide more insights into the grid. Prepare for the future and learn how advanced grid automation is facilitating the seamless integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) while enhancing grid stability, efficiency, and resilience.

Further Talks of this session:

Welcome

Speaker

Dr. Thomas Hillig
CEO
THEnergy

To Talk

Building Resilient Energy Hubs: Digital and Automation Solutions in Distribution Grids

Speaker

Pascal Häfeli
Senior Technical Consulant
Hitachi Energy Germany AG

To Talk

AI driven Asset Performance and Lifecycle Management in Renewables

Speaker

David Gomez
Maximo Renewables SME
IBM

To Talk

How to Use AI Driven Data to Balance the Grid and Engage the Customers to Achieve this

Speaker

Bastian Gierull
CEO
Octopus Energy Germany GmbH

To Talk

Next Generation of Grid Management - Roadmap to Integrate Flexumers

Speaker

Ben Gemsjäger
Director Business Development Europe
Siemens AG

To Talk

DC Microgrids as the Next Frontier in Grid Modernization and DER Integration

Speaker

Paolo Catapane
Global Product Manager
ABB

To Talk