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Doubling Grid Capacity: The Race Against Time with Siemens' Grid Software CEO

December 13, 2023 • Tom Raftery / Sabine Erlinghagen • Season 1 • Episode 149

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In this Climate Confident episode I had the honour of hosting Sabine Erlinghagen, Global CEO of Siemens Grid Software to dive deep into our modern energy transition.

In this special edition, sponsored by Siemens Smart Infrastructure, we peeled back the layers of the Siemens Infrastructure Transition Monitor 2023 report. Sabine shed light on the urgent need for upgrading grid infrastructure to support the ballooning demand for renewable energy, and to help us transition away from fossil fuels as agreed at COP 28 earlier today. This will require a monumental effort to double grid capacity in the next seven to twelve years! This conversation highlighted that grids are a bottleneck in our journey towards net zero.

We also talked about the critical role of data in grid operations. It's fascinating how the traditional, data-sparse approach to managing distribution grids is undergoing a transformative change. The power of smart meters and AI in managing this complexity cannot be overstated.

But it's not all challenges and hurdles; there's a note of optimism too. We delved into the potential of small, independent decisions in driving a faster adoption of renewables. It's about empowering everyone to be part of this transition.

I urge you all to listen to this episode. It’s packed with insights that are crucial for anyone keen on understanding the nuances of our energy future. And, as always, I look forward to your thoughts and feedback. Let's keep the conversation going!

For a deeper dive on this important topic, check out the Siemens Infrastructure Transition Monitor 2023 report.

The video version of this episode is at https://youtu.be/s5jtaOXpvMY

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