The Association of European Distribution System Operators (E.DSO) hosted its first FutureGrid Innovation Summit “Advancing grid innovation: growing ideas into impact” in Brussels on 6 February 2025.
Electricity Distribution System Operators (DSOs) play a pivotal role in driving innovation within the energy system. Revolutionary, cutting-edge technologies requiring massive investments are being developed to meet the 2030 (and beyond) climate objectives and enable a smarter energy system. Moreover, a comprehensive and forward-looking regulatory and policy landscape is being established to facilitate the deployment of these technological advances. This wave of innovation and digitalisation is fundamental to increasing competitiveness in alignment with the EU’s strategic goals, securing the smartness and reliability of distribution grids and enhancing customer empowerment.
The E.DSO 1st ‘FutureGrid Innovation Summit’ gathered more than 200 representatives from the industry, companies, associations, EU institutions, projects, NGOs and Member States. As part of the Summit, the ‘Innovation Sparks’ exhibition showcased impactful technologies and EU-funded projects, namely BeFlexible, COPPER, ECLIPSE, and TwinEU, which are driving change and making a significant impact on society.
The 2nd Digital Award went to Tether, a start-up recognised for its revolutionary and impactful digital solutions. Other finalists that participated in the competition were: Allye Energy; ATO Energy; Oghji and Sensewaves.
The event was organised with the sponsorship of OverIT, Prysmian, the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) and in partnership with EnergyVille.
Find the programme here.
