The clean energy transition puts more pressure on the current electricity distribution infrastructure, as more distributed energy resources come online, along with more variability in utility-scale generation and the acceleration of electrification. Distribution grid operators’ visibility and control of medium-voltage/low-voltage (MV/LV) networks remain low. For distribution system operators (DSOs), retrofitting secondary substations with secondary equipment to gain network visibility and automation capabilities is key to distribution grid digitalisation.   Depsys has put together t ..read more

Real-time grid insights are fast becoming non-negotiable for DSOs to accelerate and manage the energy transition on the distribution grid. In addition to speed, the computing location is a crucial factor. But how? Is it better to go for a centralised, cloud-based big data solution or a scalable, distributed solution at the grid edge? And how will it impact operations? Philippe Grosjean, CTO at depsys and Gordon Fairley, Business Development Director at depsys, explore the topic of scalable grid edge computing in this month’s depsys café. The post Scalable Grid Edge Computing appeared ..read more

As fears of severe gas shortages continue to rise, utility-scale generation is expected to experience security of supply issues. Alongside accelerated electrification and more distributed generation, distribution system operators (DSOs) need to take on active system management and enable load to better follow and match supply. Distribution grids are the backbone of the energy transition and gaining network visibility immediately will help DSOs prioritise network needs. DSOs should take thoughtful and swift actions in prioritising the transformers under most stress. Depsys recently published ..read more

Meet Philippe Grosjean, our Chief Technology Officer at depsys. Find out what his mission is, why he joined depsys and which of the core values are running through his veins. What is your mission? My mission is to make the impossible possible. As the Chief Technology Officer, I turn business requirements into innovative solutions by acting as a bridge between two worlds: commercial and engineering, collaborating closely with Joel Jaton (CPO) and Anja Langer Jacquin (CCO).  We have a dedicated and talented R&D and Engineering team at depsys. One of my main priorities is to help our te ..read more

In this 30 minutes depsys café, Gordon Fairley and Ramzi Solomon share their insights from the UK’s leading electricity networks event that took place in Birmingham, UK in March 2022. Gordon and Ramzi highlight their takeaways from their discussions during Utility Week’s Future Networks event about the next era of operational grid insights using scalable grid-edge computing for Fault Management, DER discovery, forecasting, active and reactive power control and more.   The post Insights from UK’s leading electricity networks event appeared first on depsys ..read more

Smart grid solution makes the impact of electromobility transparent Electromobility has received a powerful boost in Germany. This trend can also be observed in Mainz: Mainzer Netze GmbH, the grid operator of the city, is informed about quite a few new charging points month after month. “But not every wallbox that is reported means additional consumption immediately,” knows Tobias Stahn, who works for the grid operator. “New charging points are often implemented in the underground car parks of new buildings in order to offer potential e-car drivers the right infrastructure from the beginning ..read more

GridEye smart grid solution: ready to go in just a few hours   One of the advantages of the GridEye smart grid solution from depsys is its simple, fast installation and commissioning. After just a few hours, the measuring devices provide real-time measured values for current, voltage, power flow and power quality in the measured feeder. The installation is complete in just a few steps:   – First is the installation of the current meters. They measure the currents inductively via Rogowski coils that route around the respective cable. These coils connect to the current ..read more

Meet Joël Jaton, our Chief Product Officer and one of the three co-founders at depsys.  Find out what his mission is, why he co-founded depsys and which of the core values are running through his veins. What is your mission? My role sits at the intersection of innovation, technology, and product design. The aim is to propose alternative ways to manage the distribution grid using technology that simplifies the energy transition. As the Chief Product Officer at depsys, my mission is to understand customer needs, market trends and technology to design the best product for our customers ..read more

Meet Stéphane Hauguel our Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operations Officer at depsys. Find out what his mission is, why he joined depsys and which of the core values are running through his veins.  What is your mission? As a CFO in a scale-up environment, my mission is to collaborate closely with our CEO and the executive team to make decisions regarding the company’s growth, financial strategy and operations. My role is to lead our Financial and Operational department, acting like a real business partner and ensuring we have the process and financing to support our development. Oper ..read more

Historically, distribution networks have been mostly stable with predictable power flows. However, the energy transition including the rapidly growing decentralization of energy production and increased energy demand from EV and heat pumps combined with network asset aging and an increase in extreme weather events are leading to a greater number of “events” that occur on the grid.    Experts estimate that in the coming years, more than 470 GW of additional decentralized renewables and more than 40 GW of self-consumption will need to be integrated in Europe and the UK (1). Over 70% o ..read more