Just as the world won ’ t be the same again after COVID , COP26 looks set to serve as a decarbonisation tipping point . While there will continue to be discussions on how quickly and effectively we can reach net zero , governments and businesses are now on the journey .
Three major changes are revolutionising the energy system . The first is related to making energy production climate-friendly ; the second to the new role of energy users themselves in producing and storing energy ; and finally , the share of electricity in energy use is rising rapidly .
“ All these developments will have a significant impact on society , profoundly
affecting our food system , manufacturing industries , natural environment , private consumption , and public sector ,” notes a Business Finland paper .
Digitalisation and data will play a major role in rendering traditional energy systems highly flexible while also enabling large-scale electrification . The research cites virtual power plants , AI-driven energy supplies , microgrids and energy-data platforms as innovative solutions already in use .
“ Requirements to meet climate targets are compelling organisations to fast-track the onboarding of data- and automationrelated tools for transformative impact amid an uncertain business landscape .
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