The electrification of transport, heating and industrial processes, combined with the massive influx of renewables is transforming the power system. Not only is more grid capacity required, but this evolution is also increasing complexity across the system. From managing the variability of renewable generation to handling new types of load such as electric vehicles or data centres, the power system needs more flexibility. Source of flexibility include supply and demand as well as storage, active grids and interconnectors. However, the application and integration of these solution will be unique depending on the market.  

Additionally, the scaling of digital technologies and power electronics can further enhance the ability of the power grid to make cost-effective use of flexibility sources, but also introduces higher degrees of complexity. Panellists at this discussion will explore strategies and technological solutions to address the grid complexity challenge.

Moderator: Rob Cooke, International Electricity Systems Lead, UK Dept for Energy Security & Net Zero

Panelists:

• Daniel Westlén, State Secretary to Minister for Climate and the Environment, Sweden
• Katherine Neebe, Chief Sustainability Officer, Duke Energy
• Morten Dyrholm, Global Vice President for Public Affairs, Vestas
• Maxine Ghavi, Executive Vice President, Hitachi Energy

Watch the session live from the Swedish Pavilion