Quantum Computing in Energy & Utilities

This event will be focusing on the opportunities for quantum computing applications in the energy and utilities sector. We will uncover its potential, viability, and challenges.

The UK is developing strategies in emerging technologies that techUK continuously encourage to align to key national priorities such as levelling up, net zero and building a science and technology superpower.

Quantum computers have the potential to deliver speeds for these calculations that are millions of times faster than today’s most powerful ‘classical’ computers. By using the quantum concepts of superposition and entanglement they enable multi-dimensional computing that can simulate the true complexity of the subatomic world. It is a paradigm that will transform our ability to understand and model.

Energy demand will continue to increase in order to facilitate electrification of heat and transport. There is set to be a 500% increase in data traffic over the smart meter network over the next four years, according to the Data Communications Company (DCC).

With energy demand and digitalisation of the energy system we will see rapid increase of volumes of data and a need for system optimisation. Traditional computational power may not be able to process all data nods needed to efficiently run the network.

Agenda

10:00 - Introduction from Teodora Kaneva, Head of Infrastructure at techUK

10:10 - Speakers' Introduction and Opening Remarks 

• Andy Mason, Sales Director at D-Wave Systems

• Daniel Goldsmith, Quantum Computing Technologist at the Digital Catapult

• Kate Marshall Developer @ IBM Quantum Global Technical Ambassador Lead at IBM Quantum

10:40 - Panel Discussion 

11:00 - Audience Q&A 

11:20 - Final Remarks