Here, Jürgen Resch, Industry Manager for Energy at COPA-DATA, explains how by embracing digital technology, the energy transmission sector holds the key to a net zero future.
Even as climate concerns deepen, global energy demand keeps climbing. This dual pressure – meeting energy needs while lowering emissions – creates a critical moment for the energy transmission sector. To keep up, we need a new era of grid modernisation that enables seamless integration of green energy and storage technologies.
Transforming grid management with IEC 61850
IEC 61850 has become a cornerstone of modern grid management, setting the international standard that powers seamless communication and interoperability within electrical substations. By defining data models and protocols, IEC 61850 lets diverse devices in a substation operate in harmony, regardless of manufacturer.
Read the full article in DPA's April 2025 issue