Ofgem is seeking views on proposals about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) should be used responsibly and safely in the energy sector to encourage more innovation.
The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) has set out what regulators should do to make sure that the sectors they regulate follow the UK’s AI regulatory principles in their ‘A Pro-Innovation Approach to AI Regulation’ AI White Paper.
As the energy regulator for Great Britain, Ofgem is providing an outline of our strategic approach to the use of AI.
Ofgem believes that there is value producing regulatory guidance and tools to the sector on the risk-based use of AI in the energy sector, requiring collaboration in the sector to:
- Keep abreast of AI developments ensure consistency
- Tailor our regulatory tools for AI
Ofgem’s AI Strategy
Ofgem highlights the current and potential role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the UK's energy sector. It acknowledges AI's importance in supporting the sector's development and evolution towards achieving Net Zero carbon emissions and ensuring energy security.
Various applications of AI in the energy sector are outlined, including assisting in managing diverse energy sources, optimising energy markets and networks, and enhancing operational delivery to consumers through communication and engagement.
While recognising the potential benefits of AI, such as improving energy supply security and market operation, the strategy also acknowledges the novel challenges it presents. Despite these challenges, Ofgem emphasises its pro-innovation approach aimed at facilitating the use of AI for societal benefit, aligning with its mission to positively impact energy consumers through independent regulation.
Collaboration with regulators and representative bodies underscores the comprehensive approach taken in shaping the sector's AI strategy.
The full Ofgem proposal can be found here.
The deadline for submission response to Ofgem is 17 May.
techUK’s Approach
We will be forming a response and working with our tech and innovation and policy teams to ensure that there is continuity in our AI positioning.
Register today to join our discussion and voice your position.
Teodora Kaneva
Teodora Kaneva
Teodora’s rich background varies from working in business development for a renewable energy lobbying association in Brussels to the fast moving technology innovation startup scene in the UK.
She has designed the market strategy for a German renewable energy engineering scale up for the UK, listed on Nasdaq private market, and now one of the fastest growing scale ups in the world. Previous experience also includes managing a renewable energy startup in London, which has built a small-scale biomass CHP power plant. Teodora is passionate about cross-industry collaboration and working together with academia to inform the design of future educational models and skill building.
Most recently Teodora has ran the commercial activities and business development at Future Cities Catapult, focusing on innovation in cities, digital health and wellbeing, mobility, and infrastructure. Teodora is a passionate STEM Ambassador and a vocal advocate for women in tech.
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Dani Dhiman
Dani Dhiman
Dani is Policy Manager for Artificial Intelligence & Digital Regulation at techUK, and previously worked on files related to data and privacy. She formerly worked in Vodafone Group's Public Policy & Public Affairs team supporting the organisation’s response to the EU Recovery & Resilience facility, covering the allocation of funds and connectivity policy reforms. Dani has also previously worked as a researcher for Digital Catapult, looking at the AR/VR and creative industry.
Dani has a BA in Human, Social & Political Sciences from the University of Cambridge, focussing on Political Philosophy, the History of Political Thought and Gender studies.
