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Smart grid demonstrator site goes live in Luxembourg

Smart grid demonstrator site goes live in Luxembourg

Smart grids25 Feb 2026

It marks a milestone for the EU-Horizon WeForming project, which shows how interoperable, data-driven buildings can support a carbon-free energy ecosystem.

Memphis utility deploys private 5G for grid modernisation

Memphis utility deploys private 5G for grid modernisation

4G and 5G22 Jul 2025

Private 5G wireless network will provide a secure, scalable, and high-performance network designed for critical applications and future mobility needs.

New AI tool for improved EV vehicle detection and charging insights

New AI tool for improved EV vehicle detection and charging insights

AI and Machine Learning11 Jun 2025

Analytics tool marks the first in a suite of Sense software solutions designed to support utility electrification and grid reliability needs from the edge.

Solar battery device aims to transform networking in utility sector

Solar battery device aims to transform networking in utility sector

Smart grids06 May 2025

Solar Battery Access Point from Itron specifically addresses the challenges utilities face, including high infrastructure costs and limited mounting options.

Battery storage connected at London Gatwick Electric Forecourt

Battery storage connected at London Gatwick Electric Forecourt

Batteries and renewables17 Apr 2025

Two 3.6 megawatt batteries have been connected to UK Power Networks’ distribution network and can power the whole site for three hours at full capacity.

Energy supplier partners to expand flexible access to clean power

Energy supplier partners to expand flexible access to clean power

Batteries and renewables02 Apr 2025

Evolve Energy and Enosi are launching a renewable energy trading solution, connecting renewable generators of different technologies with corporate buyers.

National Grid Partners invests $100m in AI startups

National Grid Partners invests $100m in AI startups

Smart grids18 Mar 2025

The funds will accelerate development of a more efficient, resilient and dynamic grid that also helps meet climate goals and ensures energy security.

Connecticut to deploy Voltpost lamppost EV chargers

Connecticut to deploy Voltpost lamppost EV chargers

Electric vehicles13 Mar 2025

Collaborating with both private and public sector partners, Voltpost will expand EV charger access and contribute to Connecticut’s electrification goals.

UK Power Networks hits energy flexibility milestone

UK Power Networks hits energy flexibility milestone

Batteries and renewables07 Jan 2025

The organisation has more than 100,000 live assets, totalling 2GW of flexibility, registered on its trading platform from EV charging to solar and wind farms.

Itron and Xcel to manage distributed energy resources in Colorado

Itron and Xcel to manage distributed energy resources in Colorado

Batteries and renewables27 Dec 2024

Partnership will see Xcel Energy use Itron’s advanced aggregator Derms tech to optimise use of customer-owned devices like solar panels, batteries, and EV chargers.

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ST Engineering to provide smart city platform for Lusail City

The company will build and operate a smart city platform with citywide network connectivity for the Qatar city using advanced AI and data-driven technologies.

What is ‘Smart City’ and why do we need them?

Smart city is the framework based on Information and Communication technologies that enable the development of sustainable practices to address the urbanisation challenges. Leveraging the technology is one of the foremost pillars of ‘smart cities’ in order to increase efficiencies and improve the quality of resident’s life and the city’s services.

SmartCitiesWorld launches AI CityXchange to support cities at every stage of AI adoption

A dedicated platform and series of workshop events focused on how AI is being applied across cities from experimentation to large-scale, embedded deployment.

Invisible LEDs light up Beijing landmark

Signify has installed connected architectural lighting into the façade of the China World Trade Centre’s Tower B

UK train station harvests kinetic energy from commuters’ footsteps

The project at Leighton Buzzard station aims to show how untapped footfall energy at transport hubs represents a real opportunity to provide sustainable energy sources.

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Smart cities are only as good as their connectivity

The promise of smart cities needs a strong network to back it up, writes Jamie Hayes, Mobile Network Operators Director,...

The 14 pillars of a smart city

Strategies must take a holistic approach encompassing people, institutions, structures and operations, say Clint Vince, ...

The role of smart energy in the UK’s green transport system

Charging infrastructure development must catch up if the UK’s smart transport system and carbon reduction ambitions are ...

How to power smart cities in a clean, low-carbon future

Microgrids transform urban energy into localised, efficient, resilient and sustainable systems, and investment in them ...

Removing the roadblocks to smart city ROI

Overarching strategies, funding approaches and business models all need to be adjusted if cities are to see a genuine ...

Smart cities: Software is eating the world

Technology will shape and change the face of cities dramatically. Oliver Gassmann, Co-author of Smart Cities: ...

Data centres 'crucial' to making megacities thrive

The benefits of smart cities will only be realised when digital infrastructures can cope, says Neil Cresswell, VIRTUS ...

Smart cities: Will they ad up?

Advertising in smart cities throws up a lot of questions. Now’s a good time to talk about them.

Using IoT to inform the next evolution of intelligent energy

Jeremy Watson CBE, Director and PI of the PETRAS Hub, looks at how we define and deliver the next generation of ...

Gearing up for an electric vehicle future in greener smart cities

The Rolton Group’s Chris Evans looks at the infrastructure requirements for integrating electric vehicles into our ...

Energy leaders must develop a digital mindset

The Internet of Energy is set to provide flexible, sustainable and affordable power for all. But we must not get ...

Smart cities: Are we asking the wrong questions?

In the rush for smart cities, are we starting with the wrong questions? Amy Barker and Miguel Lira, Urban Control, ...

To deliver real change, cities must embrace start-ups

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Open and interoperable smart cities: Closing the gap

Open and interoperable smart cities: Closing the gap

A snapshot of IoT and smart city interoperability challenges, strategies and successes