Panel discussion: Smarter energy for smarter cities

As cities accelerate toward net-zero goals, the convergence of energy transition and digital innovation is reshaping how urban systems are powered, managed, and experienced. This panel, hosted by Endava, explores how technologies such as AI, data platforms, and decentralised energy systems are enabling more resilient, efficient, and community-centric energy ecosystems. From smart grids to distributed generation, the discussion will unpack both the opportunities and the complexities cities face as they transform their energy infrastructure in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Key talking points include:

• How decentralised energy (DERs, microgrids) is reshaping urban power systems
• The role of AI and data in optimising demand, resilience, and grid efficiency
• Challenges of modernising legacy infrastructure for a digital, flexible grid
• Integrating energy transition into urban planning, transport, and development
• Balancing innovation with regulation, affordability, and energy equity.