Energy Transitions podcast: Siemens experts reveal how to modernise the grid for maximum resilience
In this episode of the Energy Transitions podast, Ralf Korntner and Aila Kleemann from Siemens AG, highlight how to accelerate grid modernisation to maximise resilience.

Grids can be considered a significant bottleneck to the energy transition and the pressure is on to increase grid capacity and resilience and to do it in record time.
In this episode of the Energy Transitions podast, Pamela Largue speaks to Ralf Korntner, Head of NextGen Grid Management at Siemens AG, and Aila Kleemann, Head of Sales & Business Development for IoT at Siemens AG, about how to accelerate grid modernisation in a way that maximises digital tools and gets the most out of current grid assets.
In this episode you will learn more about:
- How to manage the jump from legacy to modern technology;
- Making the most of the current grid infrastructure to boost resilience;
- The importance of digitalisation and the power of data to get more out of the grid;
- The importance of partnerships and effective change management strategies as a means to achieve grid modernisation goals;
- How Siemens is partnering with Alliander to accelerate flexible grid management in the Netherlands;
- The mission behind Siemens' Xcelerator programme and how it's making a positive and tangible impact.
This episode is brought to you in partnership with Siemens AG.
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