Recording of Wednesday, May 07, 2025 | The smarter E Europe | Conference Program | Language: English | Duration: 23:09 .

Experts Deliberate on Overcoming Data Sharing Challenges and Harnessing AI in the Digital Energy Sector

The discussion addresses the challenges and solutions for improving collaboration and data sharing to expedite digital solution deployment. Key obstacles include siloed operations, lack of interoperability, fragmented standards, and organizational complexities. Marcel advocates for a unified energy data space with clear governance within one to two years. David emphasizes safe data access while respecting privacy concerns. Anna highlights technical disparities among TSOs that hinder standardization but suggests harmonizing European-level data models as a remedy. Panelists note historical variations in platform standards like AMI or SCADA; standardized APIs could foster future collaborations. A shift from default "no" responses on sharing requests towards affirmative answers is suggested unless justified otherwise. Erica draws parallels with regulated public transport industries where mandatory information sharing drives progress through regulation-enforced disclosure practices—Vincent introduces expert groups focusing on trusted frameworks aligned with GDPR compliance. Generative AI's potential to mitigate silo-based approaches by generating new insights from minimal datasets is explored alongside cybersecurity concerns and regulatory boundaries without stifling innovation. The integration of technologies such as PMUs into systems like SCADA EMS underscores functional safety beyond security measures in mission-critical power contexts. Challenges due to regulations like GDPR are discussed concerning smart meter usage restrictions; generative AI offers solutions by creating non-sensitive synthetic datasets potentially reducing sensor deployments across networks—a strategic roadmap for digitalization will be developed post-public consultations early next year.

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Talk of session: Innovation & Digitalization

The European Commission estimates that network operators will need to invest at least 170 billion euros in network digitalization and intelligence by 2030. Disruptive AI and GenAI technologies, digital twins and 5G are transforming society and redesigning our ecosystems at an exponential and unstoppable rate. This session will feature a critical discussion on the future of European innovation and industry, focusing on the implementation of these emerging technologies and their role in shaping the next phase of industrial transformation. Experts from various sectors will explore key topics such as the challenges and opportunities in network investment, the transformative effects of digitalization and AI, and collaborative approaches to addressing implementation challenges.

Further Talks of this session:

Welcome and Introduction

Speaker

Luís Vale Cunha
Chairman
ETIP SNET
Portugal

To Talk

Keynote Speech

Speaker

Dr. Vincent Berrutto
Head of Unit
European Commission
Belgium

To Talk

The DSO's Perspective

Speaker

David Steenmeijer
Data Science and AI Specialist
ENEXIS NETBEHEER B.V.
The Netherlands

To Talk

Digital Transformation in the Energy Sector: New Technologies and Innovations

Speaker

Dr. Anna Gorczyca-Goraj
Senior R&D
ENTSO-E
Poland

To Talk

Point of View Manufacturers

Speaker

Recording of presentation not authorized for publication.

How Consumers See This Innovation - A Non-technical Perspective

Speaker

Erica Simpson
Transition Manager Zero Emissions
Transdev The Netherlands
The Netherlands

To Talk

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