Welcome & Introduction of the Session Utilities' Evolving Business Models to Adapt to Technological Advancements

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Recording of Thursday, May 08, 2025 | The smarter E Europe | Exhibition Program | Language: English | Duration: 4:44 .

The Smarter E Unites Global Energy Leaders to Explore New Revenue Streams for Utilities in a Renewable Future

The smarter E is a global alliance of events aimed at accelerating the transition to renewable energy by integrating electrification, energy storage, efficient grids, e-mobility, and energy management into a smart system. This initiative connects visionaries and industry leaders through worldwide events that showcase pioneering technologies and innovative business models across electricity, heating, and transportation sectors. The platform offers live exhibitions, conferences, forums as well as digital content on demand. Thorsten Zörner from STROMDAO GmbH moderates a panel focused on exploring new revenue streams for utilities amidst constant changes in the electricity market driven by technological advancements over two centuries. The discussion emphasizes protecting past investments while adapting to modern service-oriented architectures beneficial for Distribution System Operators (DSOs) and utilities. Six prominent market players will present their innovations followed by an interactive Q&A session during the panel discussion designed to foster engagement with attendees about future-proofing strategies in this evolving landscape towards 100% renewable energy availability around-the-clock.

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Thorsten Zörner
CEO
STROMDAO GmbH

European Distribution System Operators (DSOs), energy suppliers and energy service providers have been evolving their business models to adapt to technological advancements and the energy transition. New technologies enable utilities to move beyond traditional energy supply models, creating new revenue streams, enhancing grid resilience and delivering greater value to customers. How can they monetize their role as market facilitators and generate new income from new business models? Join this session to get inspired!

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Kraken Technologies Ltd.

To Talk

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Tarvo Õng
CEO
Fusebox

To Talk

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Harald Ott
Head of Demand Response Services
Verbund Energy4Business GmbH

To Talk

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Stefan Geiger
Senior Business Development Manager
The Mobility House

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