2025 Energy Network Communication Innovation Application Conference Successfully Held in Hangzhou

On April 24, 2025, the Energy Network Communication Innovation Application Conference was successfully held in Hangzhou. The event was organized by the China Energy Research Society, with support from the National Power Dispatching and Control Center and the China Southern Power Grid Dispatching and Control Center. Co-organizers included the IEEE PES Technical Committee on Power System Communication and Network Security (China), the Power Communication Professional Committee of the Zhejiang Communication Society, and several technology companies such as Huawei, Ruijie Networks, FiberHome, Qingdao Towo Technology, Beijing Zhongdian Feihua Communication, and Guangdong Power Communication Technology. The conference attracted over 500 attendees from power grid companies, energy firms, generation companies, power construction enterprises, research institutions, universities, and communication technology providers, with more than 180,000 viewers participating online through live broadcast.

The conference focused on the theme “Empowering Communication Innovation with Digital Intelligence to Build a New Energy System.” It featured keynote sessions, thematic discussions, case presentations, and exchanges on innovative applications in energy network communication. The event aimed to gather diverse innovative insights from the industry and facilitate multi-level discussions to promote the integration of advanced communication technologies with digital and intelligent solutions in the energy sector. This effort is intended to accelerate the construction of an integrated energy communication network, supporting the green and low-carbon transformation of energy and fostering high-quality development.

Conference Moderators

The morning session was co-hosted by Sun Zhengyun, Vice President and Secretary-General of China Energy Research Society, and Wu Zhangjian, Chairman of the Information and Communication Professional Committee of the society and Chief Information Officer of China Power Construction Corporation. The afternoon session was led by Liu Jianming, Chairman of the Expert Committee on “Smart Grid Technology and Equipment” from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.

Opening Remarks

Shiyubo, President of the China Energy Research Society, Zhang Zhenyu, Deputy Director of the National Power Dispatching and Control Center, and Wang Kaijun, Deputy General Manager and Party Committee Member of State Grid Zhejiang Electric Power Company, delivered keynote addresses.

In his address, Shiyubo highlighted that in recent years, the construction of a new energy system and a new power system in China has been accelerating, with significant advancements in technological innovation in the energy and electricity sectors. He pointed out that the “electricity-carbon coupling” mechanism is becoming increasingly refined, and the innovative applications of new-generation information and communication technologies are deeply integrating with the energy industry. The construction of integrated air and space networks is also progressing rapidly, and initial results from low-altitude economic applications are emerging. He noted that communication technology, as the “nervous system” of the energy system and the “intelligent link” coordinating supply, grid, load, and storage, is transitioning from being a “support tool” at the application level to becoming a “core engine” driving industrial transformation. He proposed three initiatives: first, to strengthen technological innovation and seize the global technological high ground; second, to adhere to standards to cultivate a new industrial ecosystem; and third, to deepen international cooperation to build a community of energy networks.

In his remarks, Zhang Zhenyu emphasized that as the new power system rapidly develops, there are increasing demands for the safety and reliability of power communication networks due to the fast-changing structure and functionality of electricity production and the continuous acceleration of renewable energy development. He stated that the integration of advanced optical fiber, wireless, and local communication technologies can provide robust technical support for ensuring the safe operation of power grids, reliable electricity supply, and green energy transitions, while also creating excellent practical platforms for the large-scale application of advanced communication technologies. He expressed a desire for further collaboration with industry colleagues to drive breakthroughs in power communication technology innovation and to summarize advanced experiences from within and outside the industry to inject new momentum into the construction of the new power system and high-quality development of the grid.

Wang Kaijun underlined the ongoing acceleration of clean and low-carbon energy transitions and the increasingly critical role of power communication as the “nervous network” and “digital foundation” of the power system in areas such as supply, grid, load, and storage amidst the high proportion of renewable energy integration and deepening market reforms. He noted that the construction of the Zhejiang power communication network has significantly accelerated its quality and capability in recent years, and he looks forward to the conference fostering cooperation, sharing opportunities, and deepening collaboration to advance the independent innovation and integrated development of energy communication technologies.

Keynote Reports

Experts at the conference focused on the communication demands in building a new energy system and new power system, exploring the fusion innovation of communication technologies with AI, computing networks, and other next-generation digital technologies. They aimed to provide strong support for the scientific planning and high-quality construction of energy communication networks.

Li Qianmu, a foreign academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences and a professor at Nanjing University of Science and Technology, delivered a report titled “Generative Artificial Intelligence Empowering Safe New Industrialization.” In his presentation, he discussed the technical principles of generative AI, its powerful data processing and pattern generation capabilities, and its potential applications in enhancing energy communication security while addressing data safety, algorithm bias, and model misuse risks during implementation.

Yang Bin, Director of the Power Communication Department at the National Power Dispatching and Control Center, presented on “Advanced Communication Technology Driving High-Quality Development of the Power Grid.” He emphasized that the intelligent and digital transformation of the new power system is a mainstream trend that requires proactive engagement in advanced communication technology research to ensure reliable communication support for the new power system.

Other experts, including Zhang Situ, Manager of the Communication Department at China Southern Power Grid Dispatching and Control Center, and Yang Junqiang, Deputy General Manager of the Beidou Operations Service Center of Sinopec, shared insights on building a robust communication foundation for the new energy system and discussed the development and planning of the Beidou application in the energy sector.

Interactive Dialogue

In the afternoon session, moderated by Liu Jianming, an interactive dialogue took place, where representatives engaged with experts on the integration of key technologies such as Beidou technology, fgOTN technology, and AI in the power sector, discussing the innovative applications and challenges faced in the field.

Case Collection Results

At the conclusion of the conference, Li Guochun, a member of the Information and Communication Professional Committee of the China Energy Research Society, announced the results of the “2025 Energy Network Communication Innovation Application Conference Case Collection,” which received 272 cases from 175 units since its launch in December 2024. A total of 131 cases were selected for the presentation segment, showcasing significant achievements in technological innovation and application practices across various sectors.

Exhibition Zone

The conference featured an exhibition area dedicated to showcasing innovative application outcomes in energy network communication through demonstrations, interactive sessions, and live experiences. This event served as a platform to facilitate cross-domain and cross-regional collaboration among industry professionals, sharing new opportunities and insights to promote the digital and intelligent development within the energy sector and to support the construction of a new energy system.