Digitalization & the impact of new technologies

Electric vehicles; data security; blockchain; and other digital solutions are being adopted around the globe. Brian Williams, Industry Value Advisor Expert at SAP, shares his views, and some cautionary advice with DNV, on the impact of these emerging technologies on sustainability and the energy transition. In this insightful episode, we talk to Brian about the impact of the energy transition on the European, Middle Eastern and African power grids; and explore how these markets are using differing renewable solutions to meet their energy mix requirements. Brian gives his views on the growing electric vehicles market; explains why SAP is focusing their attention on helping commercial clients to optimize their fleets; and considers the impact of fluctuating demand for electricity on both the utilities and consumers. Finally, Brian shares his thoughts on blockchain; the security concerns for future users, and the biggest opportunities arising for the energy sector. *This episode was recorded live at the Global Smart Energy Summit 2018.