________________________________________________________________________________________________ Energy Storage
Building a smarter grid
Optimizing energy storage systems also relies heavily on the integration of technology, where Internet of Things( IoT) sensors, artificial intelligence( AI), Application Programming Interfaces( APIs), Distributed Energy Resource Management Systems( DERMS) and digital twins work together as a stack to form a smart storage network. The integration of these components is critical: IoT sensors provide real-time visibility, while AI and digital twins enable analysis and informed decision making. At the same time, DERMS enables physical state changes within the energy system, allowing for the strategic management of distributed energy resources, while APIs facilitate the seamless integration between the various technologies.
Beyond this, sensors can also communicate with other grid components, helping to balance supply and demand in the pursuit of creating a more resilient grid. This can be seen through ENGIE’ s Darwin platform, which connects the organization’ s entire global network of wind and solar power plants, enabling operators to quickly collect and share production data to optimize performance. Or CGI’ s Renewables Management System( RMS), an AI-enabled end-to-end platform for renewable operations, which uses AI and machine learning to proactively and effectively manage renewable assets and data sources. This provides actionable insights into daily energy operations and enables more informed, timely and strategic decisions.
Utilizing these technologies will allow companies to improve their energy management systems, provide consumers with a more reliable power supply, and deliver cost savings for both. Ultimately, technologically advanced storage systems will contribute to a more efficient and resilient energy ecosystem, for everyone. ■
Ian Sykes www. bjss. com
Ian Sykes is the Client Principal for Energy, Commodities and Utilities at BJSS, now part of CGI. With over 25 years’ global experience in utilities, smart metering, and IoT, Ian collaborates with clients to deliver innovative, data-driven solutions that support decarbonisation, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. A recognised thought leader, he regularly contributes to industry forums and publications focused on the energy transition and digital innovation.
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