90% of distribution networks ‘not ready for transition’

摘要

The vast majority of electricity distribution system operators are notready to accommodate the increase in demand that will come with theenergy transition, Siemens Smart Infrastructure CEO SabineErlinghagen said June 22.Surveying distribution system operators around the globe, orlooking at studies and market research, shows around 90% of themare not ready for the increased demand that rising electrification willbring, Erlinghagen said at the Reuters Global Energy Transitionconference.