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Interoperability by Design: Aligning the UK's Digital Energy Future

28 Apr 2026
Energy & Grid
Digitalisation & AI for Net Zero Electrifying the Economy

From factory automation to AI-enabled energy planning, digital tools are essential for optimising operations and planning across the energy system. This session will examine the rollout of grid digitalisation, integration of Made Smarter approaches, and the need for interoperable systems.

  • How can AI, digital twins and open data platforms reduce system friction?

  • How do we balance innovation with the need for consistent digital standards?

  • What are the risks of fragmented digital asset development across multiple bodies?

Moderator
Monica Collings OBE, Chair - POWERful Women
Confirmed Speakers
Sam Mathew, Director, Industry Lead - UK Energy & Resources - Microsoft
Laura Sandys CBE, Chair - Green Alliance
Sasha Shipulina, Head of Data Sharing Infrastructure - NESO
Marzia Zafar, Deputy Director of Governance for Data & Digitalization - OFGEM