Itron and Schneider Electric Join Forces to Modernize and Simplify Energy Distribution, Address Energy Transition - Seite 2

“At Schneider Electric, we’re committed to delivering solutions for utilities that connect everything from grid to prosumer, and this collaboration with Itron is the latest expression of that commitment,” said Ruben Llanes, NAM Power & Grid Segment President for Schneider Electric. “Utilities today need an interoperable, fully connected foundation for intelligent grid operations, and it is inspiring to pursue this future with Itron—one of the most innovative forces in the industry.”

Modern utilities already benefit from Itron’s industrial IoT (IIoT) network solution that collects usage and status data from the point of service. By bringing together distributed and centralized intelligence, grid operators gain greater situational awareness and real-time insights, including key measurements, notifications, and events like downed wires. With this collaboration, utilities can extend energy orchestration to behind-the-meter assets, enabling proactive management of grid constraints when and where needed. Itron’s Grid Edge Intelligence solutions integrate grid analytics and edge DERMS to enhance visibility, such as high resolution, real-time transformer level insights and control with Schneider’s Digital Grid solutions. EcoStruxure ADMS allows grid operators to leverage enhanced outage management capabilities to efficiently detect and respond to faults, mitigating risks from climate impacts, like wildfires. And with Grid to Prosumer DERMS, utilities can maximize value from DER with an end-to-end approach to grid optimization, flexibility management, and prosumer engagement that support today’s energy transition.

Sophisticated grid edge intelligence solutions also support behind-the-meter intelligence—essential as more homes and commercial properties are equipped with DER like solar and electric vehicles. Bloomberg NEF projects 167 million homes and 23 million businesses to be solar users by 2050. These intelligent assets can then be leveraged in demand response programs that reward owners for easing their usage during times of peak demand. With solutions like Schneider Home and Itron’s Distributed Intelligence-enabled Optimizer solutions, prosumers can gain control of their electricity supply as they produce and consume energy, while utilities can optimize the grid to meet evolving needs.