The Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024 became an important meeting amongst industry leaders & energy management professionals. It took place during October 29th – 30th in Düsseldorf, Germany. The conference offered a thorough forum for talking about important facets of industrial energy management. This is from innovative technologies to sustainable practices. Furthermore, this two-day conference included professionals from all types of industries. This includes metals and steel, oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, textiles, automotive, chemicals, etc. So, it provided a great atmosphere for deep discussions and knowledge regarding the future of industrial energy management. This article gives a comprehensive look at the enriching sessions that took place at the Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024. It also overviews the vital sponsors that helped make this event a success.
Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024: Let’s Know About The Valuable Sessions
A stellar roster of speakers at the Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024 offered their knowledge on several facets of industrial energy management. Every session offered fresh perspectives on the possibilities and problems facing the industry, along with workable answers and innovative tactics. Thus, let’s take a look:
Navigating the Energy Evolution: Strategic Approaches for Achieving Net Zero in Manufacturing
Paweł Liberkowski, Energy Manager at Schumacher Packaging Group, delivered a comprehensive opening address that set the tone for the Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024. The session explored the fundamental aspects of energy efficiency as low-hanging fruit, strategic approaches to energy management, and the crucial role of policy and innovation in driving transformation. Moreover, the presentation provided valuable insights into looking beyond conventional energy efficiency measures and preparing for the future of manufacturing.
Transforming Energy Management through Digitization, IoT, and AI for Industrial Sustainability
Adithya Seshadri Suresh, lead consultant for energy and sustainability at bosch sds Europe gave an informative talk on utilizing today’s technology to manage energy. Furthermore, this presentation discussed the current issues in energy management, the necessity of real-time data acquisition and processing, and the use of AI-based solutions. So, the participants learned hands-on how they can derive tangible benefits from technological innovation through the use of real-world case studies.
Decarbonizing Supply Chain
Pin-Zhen Shen, IKEA’s Sustainability Specialist-Energy, provided some very interesting information about IKEA’s holistic approach to renewable energy sourcing and decarbonizing its supply chain. Moreover, the presentation at the Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024 detailed IKEA’s ambitious goals and strategic program. This is to support renewable electricity procurement. It also featured their efforts to involve suppliers in the renewable energy transition. So, this gave an overall approach to a sustainable supply chain.
Challenges in Realizing Energy Efficiency Projects
Veronika Riemer, Lead Buyer Energy Efficiency Projects at ArcelorMittal, spoke about the challenges of energy efficiency projects. Moreover, the session discussed the huge energy-saving opportunities that exist, and the many barriers to these, such as financing, resources, and technical problems. The session also gave some practical solutions to view the potential and ground for large-scale energy savings in the industry.
Advanced Energy Management Solution for Industrial Prosumers
Marion Perrin, Energy Pool’s Chief Development Officer in Europe, explained the new energy management systems. Furthermore, the session explained how their system takes all types of assets and energy vectors into account and combines real-time and forecast data. This is to guarantee the safety of the equipment, the requirements of the business, and economic efficiency for industrial sustainability. The presentation also included practical examples from MW scale systems and specific insights into the German market.
The Digital Twin in the Process Industry- The Key to Process, Energy Resource Efficiency.
Pascal Gaillot, Director of Chemical Industry Europe at Yokogawa gave a very interesting session about digital twin technology in the process industry. Furthermore, the session dealt with the benefits and difficulties of applying digital twins. This is especially true in the area of CO2 reduction and resource efficiency. It also explored the new requirements of CO2 audits, CSRD, CSDDD. These are becoming more and more important for the operation of a plant.
Critical Minerals and Energy Transitions: Managing Risks in Industrial Energy Systems
Tatenda Phiri, Energy Researcher, Future Energy Leader & Member of the Standing Committee of the World Energy Council gave a complete analysis of the correlation between strategic minerals and energy transitions. Furthermore, the session covered the shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy. It examined the growing importance of critical minerals like lithium and cobalt. Geopolitical threats, supply chain difficulties, and risk management techniques in the changing energy environment were also covered in the presentation.
How to Use an Effective Energy Management System as a Strong Pillar of an Environmental Strategy in the Automotive Industry
The Head of the Environmental Department at Volkswagen, Michaela Hletková Ploszeková, discussed how energy management systems are being incorporated into environmental strategies in the automotive industry. Moreover, the presentation explored how robust systems can support production and planning functions. This is while achieving productivity and competitiveness targets. So, it demonstrated the possibility of simultaneous decarbonization and energy efficiency improvement.
Challenges in Realizing Energy Efficiency Projects
Tatenda Phiri (World Energy Council), Adithya Suresh (Bosch), Carlos Branco (Coca-Cola), Michaela Ploszeková (Volkswagen), Marion Perrin (Energy Pool), and Paweł Liberkowski (Schumacher Packaging) were among the energy leaders from various industries that participated in this panel discussion. With viewpoints from the fields of research, consultancy, manufacturing, and energy management, these professionals talked about the many difficulties they faced while putting energy efficiency projects into practice in their respective businesses.
How All-in-One Energy Management Future-Proofs Your Company
Benjamin Mörzinger, CCO of Nista, gave a practical approach to holistic energy management. The session at the Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024 addressed gaps in current software tools, specific manufacturing company needs, and often overlooked considerations in energy management. So, this interactive session allowed participants to experience firsthand the process of installing and using energy management solutions.
Energy Efficiency and Decarbonization in a Beverage Plant
Carlos Manuel Branco, Energy and Environmental Manager, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, presented real-life applications of energy efficiency measures in producing beverages. So, the presentation covered methods for measuring efficiency, integrating energy management into plant operations, and developing effective decarbonization strategies. As a result, it gave valuable insights for similar industrial applications.
Transforming Production: Leveraging Data, Innovation, and Technology For Enhanced Energy Efficiency
Thomas Røjkjær Østergaard Lauritsen, Global Sustainability Manager for Arla Foods Ingredients Group, gave a very interesting case study on the process of changing a production line. Additionally, the session covered topics such as practical ways of dealing with data in large-scale production environments, the application of some new energy technologies, and how to use innovation to get around the problems of implementation.
Energy And CO2 Savings In Manufacturing Using Data Analytics & AI
Arnaud Legrand (CEO of Energiency) showed how advanced analytics and AI can yield huge energy and CO2 savings in manufacturing. Furthermore, the presentation showed how analyzing industrial raw data can lead to up to 15% savings. So, this highlighted the importance of data science in identifying key energy consumption levers and detecting overconsumption through Energy Digital Twin technology.
The Path Towards Industrial Energy Efficiency
Dr. Ankush Gulati, Global Program Lead of ABB Motion Services provided the audience with the complete picture of how to become more industrially energy efficient. Moreover, the session at the Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024 focused on practical aspects including:
- Cost reduction strategies,
- Methods for lowering carbon footprint,
- Approaches to enhancing productivity,
- And calculating return on investment for energy efficiency initiatives.
Waste Heat Recovery in Industrial Processes
Veronika Riemer, lead Buyer Energy Efficiency Projects, ArcelorMittal, discussed the critical aspect of waste heat recovery in industrial processes. Moreover, the talk went deep into the ways and means of energy recycling, process efficiency through heat capture, and the economic & environmental implications of an efficient heat recovery system.
Circular Thermal- The Integration of High Temperature Heat Pumps in Industrial Processes.
Rossen Ivanov, Managing Director for Armstrong International EMEA, spoke about new ways to optimize thermal systems. The session focused on transforming traditional industrial thermal systems, particularly for processes requiring temperatures below 200°C. It also introduced Armstrong’s unique methodology for identifying heat recovery opportunities.
Energy Demand Response Management
Teresa Marques, Deputy Head of Integrated Production Planning & Energy at Bondalti delivered insights into modern energy demand response management. The presentation covered the provision of ancillary services from industrial consumers in the EU. It also covered the role of energy storage in enabling demand flexibility, and the importance of digitalization in industrial operations for effective energy management.
German Corporate PPA – Relationship Status: Complicated
Philipp Köhler, Lead Corporate PPA Expert at Our New Energy, provided a detailed analysis of the German Corporate PPA market. Additionally, the session addressed current market challenges, including price levels and negative prices, regulatory issues, and practical approaches to handling these challenges in the German context.
Owning the Utilities Generation Technologies vs. Purchasing Utilities as a Service.
Miika Kakko, Senior Manager of Energy Efficiency at Fazer, gave a detailed account of utility ownership vs. service models. This session covered many aspects and pros and cons of utilities as a service and gave an overall view of the entire lifecycle of utility service relationships.
Effective Energy Procurement Strategy
Michael Hamilton, VP of Commodities Procurement at Bekaert, shared valuable insights into developing effective energy procurement strategies. Furthermore, the session talked about procurement, risk management, data, renewable energy, and the problems that most people encounter in procurement.
Partners of The Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024
The success of the summit was due in part to many partners who contributed their know-how and assets to the Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024. So, let’s take a look at these partners ahead:
Bosch – Cocktail Networking Sponsor
Bosch Software and Digital Solutions is a world-leading provider of digital technology and services. It offers complete engineering, IT, and business solutions. Moreover, the company shows a global reach in the USA, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific regions. Additionally, the organization concentrates on helping organizations utilize advanced technologies and create sustainable and robust growth in their businesses.
Yokogawa – Bronze Sponsor
Yokogawa is the top industrial automation and test & measurement company. It blends cutting-edge technology with full engineering services. Moreover, the company has developed a vast network of sales, service, and engineering activities across Europe. This is since setting up its European headquarters in Amersfoort in 1982, providing proven operational efficiency, safety, and dependability.
Energy Pool – Bronze Sponsor
Energy Pool is a pioneer in the energy transition. It provides innovative software solutions and services to manage complex energy systems. Moreover, the company has been a front-runner in the French electricity flexibility market since 2009. It manages 7,000 plus assets across 10 countries. Additionally, the organization offers comprehensive services spanning flexibility management, software solutions, consulting, and process transformation.
Nista – Bronze Sponsor
NISTA is an AI Energy Co-Pilot for Industrial Manufacturing, energy cost savings, and CO2 reductions through advanced data insights. Moreover, their AI-driven system automatically identifies potential savings, providing immediate results and supporting professional energy management, with potential savings reaching up to 20 percent.
Armstrong – Bronze Sponsor
Armstrong International EMEA is a fifth-generation family-owned company. It came into being in 1900. The corporation provides solutions for hot water, steam, condensate, and other thermal-related applications and focuses on industrial thermal system equipment. Moreover, the company is in 40 countries and has offices all over Europe.
Energiency – Presenting Partner
Energiency provides Industry 4.0 technology that helps manufacturers identify and achieve sustainable energy and CO2 savings. Moreover, their unique analytics utilize both humans and AI to capitalize on real-time data. It also allows for energy and CO2 reductions of up to 15% within the first year for manufacturers.
Our New Energy – Presenting Partner
Our New Energy (ONE) functions as an international energy services house. It accelerates the green energy transition through market knowledge and tailored services. Moreover, with experience in handling over 5GW of PPAs for unsubsidized assets, they connect generators, consumers, and investors while simplifying market conditions.
ABB – Presenting Partner
ABB Motion Services supports global customers by maximizing uptime and enhancing the energy efficiency of electrical motion solutions. Moreover, by digitizing, and providing secure monitoring of motors and drives, they ensure that their customers around the world can continue to run a profitable, safe, and reliable operation.
On-Site Energy – Exhibiting Partner
On-Site Energy is a firm that focuses on assisting energy-intensive industries in becoming more efficient and environmentally friendly. This is by providing innovative solutions and a zero-capex, off-balance sheet commercial model. Moreover, they have developed £100m worth of projects since 2019 ranging from CHP to Solar PV for major clients. It includes Ford, Jaguar Land Rover, and Stellantis.
Solnet – Exhibiting Partner
The Solnet Group provides Future-Proof solar and energy storage solutions throughout Europe with offices in the Netherlands, Germany, and Finland. Moreover, the company has been in business for over 10 years offering safety, profitability, and easiness for
the customer. The company’s clientele includes major investment funds, shopping centers, retailers, as well as storage and logistics companies
To Sum Up
The Industrial Energy Management Summit 2024 successfully brought together industry leaders, experts, and solution providers to address crucial challenges in industrial energy management. Moreover, the diverse range of sessions and the wealth of expertise shared provided valuable insights into the future of sustainable industrial operations. To stay updated on similar opportunities for knowledge exchange and networking in the field of industrial sustainability, we encourage you to explore upcoming events by Future Bridge!
