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On Powering the Future, Mandana White is joined by Michael De Vivo, Head of Europe at EA Technology, to share lessons from the UK and what European utilities can apply next.

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Turning grid digitisation from pilot projects into real, system-wide impact requires more than technology — it takes leadership, alignment, and clear KPIs.

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