EVENT OVERVIEW
Join us for an immersive event at the University of Warwick, open to all, that explores the transformative role of AI in shaping a sustainable future, co-hosted and organised by the CIGRE UK Women in Energy team and the SuperAIRE* team. In the first part, we’ll dive into cutting-edge applications of AI, including its role in optimizing hydrogen production, improving wind energy yields, transport and enhancing the efficiency of data centers. The second part of the event will feature visits to two labs, where you’ll witness first hand how AI and renewable energy technologies are being developed and deployed. The event will conclude with a dynamic panel discussion on resilience in uncertain times, offering actionable strategies for self-branding, networking, and building career longevity in a rapidly evolving world.
We will conclude the day with a networking session, accompanied by drinks and food, to reflect on the day’s emotions and learnings. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect innovation with personal growth and prepare for the future!
DATE & TIME
Thursday 22nd May 2025 | 0900 – 1700
EVENT LOCATION
The Scarman Conference Centre, SCA Space 11 (M), The University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7SH. Click here for a campus map.
REGISTRATION FEE
To confirm your attendance there is a fee of £10 + VAT, payable when registering (click on the button below).
GETTING THERE
By car: The postcode for the university is CV4 7SH, What3Words: dips.occupy.pump. For the Scarman Conference Centre follow signs for Lakeside Village, you will then find signposts for the venue. Please note that it is necessary to pre-book a parking space by Apcoa Parking
By train: Coventry is on the West Coast Mainline and serviced by regular trains. From Coventry Railway station take a taxi or bus.
By bus: There are regular buses from the Coventry city centre, Coventry rail station and Leamington Spa. From Coventry, the 11 and 12 bus routes both serve Warwick Conferences. From Leamington Spa, the U1 and U2 buses serve Warwick Conferences.
AGENDA
09:00 – 10:00
Arrival and Refreshments
10:00 – 10:05
Welcome and Opening Remarks: Dr Biljana Stojkovska & Prof. Xiaowei Zhao
10:05 – 11:05
Artificial Intelligence for Renewable Energy
- The future role of hydrogen in the energy system as a source of flexibility : Dr Sara Walker, University of Birmingham
- The energy-AI nexus, reaping the opportunities while addressing the challenges: Dr Maria Broccoli, GE Vernova
- Wind farm management system design to make wind energy smarter and more efficient: Dr Hongyang Dong, University of Warwick
- How energy is used in transport: Simon Webb, CTO WMG & University of Warwick
11:05 – 11:15
Networking Break: Tea/Coffee
11:15 – 12:00
Artificial Intelligence for Renewable Energy: Panel
12:00 – 13:00
Networking Lunch
13:00 – 14:45
SuperAIRE Lab Visits
- Autonomous Systems Lab: UAVs, underwater drone, motion capture systems, computer visions.
- Smart Grid Lab: Renewable-based ancillary services showcase using HIL test rig.
14:45 – 15:00
Networking Break: Tea/Coffee
15:00 – 16:00
Soft Skills Workshop: Promoting female representation and impact in engineering at universities.
- Stay ahead, stay resilient: Strategies for self-branding, networking and career resilience
Panellists: Isabelle Haigh, Executive Coach and Vistage Chair and Anne Wilson, Freelance Trainer and Career Coach.
Panel Chair: Dr Biljana Stojkovska
16:00 – 16:10
Closing Remarks
16:10 – 17:00
Networking & Drinks Reception
*SuperAIRE: Supergen Network Plus in Artificial Intelligence for Renewable Energy
SuperAIRE aims to establish a world-leading network connecting academia, industries, and policymakers across the spectrum of artificial intelligence (AI) for renewable energy. This includes generation, storage, transmission, distribution, and demand side management. It aims to create the conditions in which AI for renewable energy can be promoted faster than at present to boost the development and deployment of renewable energy. SuperAIRE incubates a Supergen AI + renewable energy research community seizing the opportunity to enhance the UK’s role as a global leader in the intelligent and digital transformation of the renewable energy sector. It not only exploits the transformative power of AI in different renewable energy sub-sectors but also addresses common challenges and optimise performance across the renewable energy ecosystem. For more information go to: https://superaire.org
CIGRE UK Women in Energy
CIGRE UK Women in Energy is a group of women and men, working together to forge a pathway for female engineers to build fulfilling careers in the energy sector. At a time when the energy system is changing, as a group, we think that promoting diversity in engineering will contribute to a more successful transition for power systems, their customers and citizens in the UK. Our members come from across the breadth of the sector: energy producers and suppliers, network operators, technology companies, academia and researchers. They represent seasoned professionals, as well as new talent. All have the same goal — actively contributing to a platform for exchange and learning in order to promote women in engineering for energy.