The Convergence of Grid and Communications
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In this episode of Grid Gab, Jean Dassonville, Strategic Planner for Grid Modernization at Keysight Technologies, shares expert insights on the transformative trends shaping tomorrow’s power systems. From distributed energy resources (DERs) to advanced metering, Jean explains how grid modernization is redefining reliability and flexibility for utilities worldwide.
Discover how the shift from one-way energy flow to two-way communication is turning consumers into “prosumers,” enabling homes and electric vehicles to both consume and export power. Jean explores the convergence of power and communication networks, the rise of interoperability standards like IEEE 2030.5, SunSpec, and OCPP, and why protocol harmonization is critical for real-time responsiveness.
Learn how utilities are leveraging grid simulation, IoT, and big data analytics to move from reactive maintenance to predictive and autonomous grid management. Jean also addresses the growing impact of AI, both as a driver of soaring energy demand in data centers and as a powerful tool for optimizing grid operations.
Finally, Jean dives into the urgent need for grid cybersecurity. As millions of connected devices expand the attack surface, robust standards, secure communication protocols, and rigorous testing are essential to protect mission-critical infrastructure from malicious threats. Tune in to understand how technology, standards, and security are converging to create a smarter, safer, and more resilient grid—and why collaboration across the energy ecosystem is key to powering the future.
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