Distribution System Operator (DSO) face increasing complexity in managing the low voltage distribution grid due to higher renewable energy penetration, fluctuating consumption patterns, aging infrastructure, and evolving policies. 
Cable Distribution Cabinets offer an excellent placement for sensors. Their distributed infrastructure is ideal for data collection and offers an opportunity for the development of a digital platform that transforms data into value for DSOs. 

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The Challenge

We are looking for a digital solution to help us identify areas for reinforcement and expansion of our infrastructure. It should enable us to address both operational (OPEX) and capital expenditures (CAPEX) cost-effectively, while building a more sustainable low voltage grid that supports the energy transition.​

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Key technologies and applications addressed in the challenge

• End-to-end platform that delivers cutting-edge value for final users and main stakeholders (no integration within existing tool).​  ​

• Data collection, processing and analytics​  

• Data integration from different sources (sensors, 3rd party platforms, cloud, …)​  

• Artificial Intelligence based algorithms bundled into a digital optimization engine/model​  

• Techno-economic optimization algorithms​  

• Digital Twins and distributed energy simulations for LV grid expansion forecasting ​  ​

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Applications

• Asset management optimization, cost reduction, performance improvement, LV grid evolution planning ​  

• Sustainability analysis and KPIs for LVDS (Low Voltage Distribution Systems)  

• Decarbonization and cost-savings (OPEX/Capex/ Energy) for DSO's​  

• Data handling and value creation for LVDS (Low Voltage Distribution Systems) and LV grids, with impact on related stakeholders  

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Focus segments

• Utilities  

• Renewables  

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Expected minimum outcome

• Conceptualization & technical assessment of the solution​ , IoT architecture and data model

• PoC/demo to demonstrate the potential of the technology (no need to use the specific challenge case/data)​

• Integration strategy towards ELSP Product Portfolio with focus on CDCs (cable distribution cabinets)

• Clear value generation explanation and proposition  of go to market and business model

• IEC market application

• External data collection and integration, if needed (e.g., weather data, traffic info, grid emissions, electricity market, installation year, product, set-up, …)

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Long-term value

• Co-developed MVP for pilot projects testing​

• Possibility of upgrading installed based and expand by bundling the new solution with the ELSP Product Portfolio