Sustainable Infrastructure | Sustainability with SLES: Smart Local Energy Systems

How is data shaping the future of SLES? From demand forecasting to real-time monitoring, exploring the innovative ways in which these tools are transforming SLES initiatives are: Host: Damian Bell - AI Platforms and Microsoft Power Platforms, Amey Co-host: Taryn Hide - Market Director, Advisory & Analytics, Amey Guest: Neha Govila - Head of Data, Digital & Technology, Analytics & Advisory, Amey Data and technology are becoming increasingly critical to the modern energy landscape, enabling smarter, more efficient local energy systems. Bell, Hide, and Govila chat about the opportunities and challenges in data collection, sharing, and governance while focusing on: The role of data in SLES and how it supports energy optimisation Key data applications like demand forecasting and real-time monitoring The technologies powering SLES - smart grids and IoT devices for monitoring and control, and AI and machine learning for predictive analytics How to overcome data barriers – data maturity, data privacy and security concerns in local energy systems, addressing digital skills and knowledge gaps in leveraging technology effectively --- At Amey we believe that the future of energy is local, smarter, and more sustainable which is why we created Sustainable Infrastructure, covering the latest developments in urban sustainability, smart local energy systems, and cutting-edge infrastructure technology. Sustainable Infrastructure is hosted by Damian Bell - a seasoned professional leading AI Platforms and Microsoft Power Platforms at Amey - and features experts from Amey – one of the UK’s leading providers of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for infrastructure. How can smart local energy systems (SLES) accelerate decarbonisation? What role will data, AI, and digital twins play in the future of renewable energy? How can rail infrastructure, sustainable transport hubs, and urban planning support sustainable development and help the UK achieve a more resilient network? How do partnerships, funding models, and community engagement unlock smarter, cleaner, and more resilient infrastructure? On Sustainable Infrastructure, where we explore the innovation reshaping UK infrastructure and driving energy transition forward, get answers to questions like these – plus insights on technology innovation, public-private sector partnerships, and the evolving role of infrastructure in a Net Zero future. --- Sustainable Infrastructure is brought to you by Amey, a leading provider of infrastructure engineering and consultancy services. With decades of expertise in infrastructure technology, rail, energy, and urban sustainability, Amey shares how smarter infrastructure decisions can deliver a cleaner, greener, and resilient future. Want to get involved with Sustainable Infrastructure? Email discover@amey.co.uk to: Invite Sustainable Infrastructure to your event. Sponsor an episode. Ask a question.

Building multi-faceted SLES projects requires collaboration across various sectors, including both public and private stakeholders. In fact, it’s almost impossible for large-scale infrastructure projects to succeed without the right partnerships. Exploring why partnerships are essential to the success of SLES initiatives are: Host: Damian Bell - AI Platforms and Microsoft Power Platforms, Amey Co-host: John Hassall - Senior Project Manager, Transport Infrastructure, Amey Guests: Emily Davies - ESG Director, and David Aird - Business Director, Net Zero & Energy Solutions Bell, Hassall, Davies, and Aird know that from pooling resources and expertise to aligning diverse strategic goals, partnerships play a crucial role in scaling local energy systems. That’s why they discuss the following on this episode of Sustainable Infrastructure: The importance of partnerships when implementing and scaling SLES initiatives How effective collaborations between public and private sector stakeholders can make SLES a reality The challenges and opportunities of aligning goals between different stakeholders The role of partnerships in pooling resources, knowledge, and expertise to drive SLES solutions/initiatives --- At Amey we believe that the future of energy is local, smarter, and more sustainable which is why we created Sustainable Infrastructure, covering the latest developments in urban sustainability, smart local energy systems, and cutting-edge infrastructure technology. Sustainable Infrastructure is hosted by Damian Bell - a seasoned professional leading AI Platforms and Microsoft Power Platforms at Amey - and features experts from Amey – one of the UK’s leading providers of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for infrastructure. How can smart local energy systems (SLES) accelerate decarbonisation? What role will data, AI, and digital twins play in the future of renewable energy? How can rail infrastructure, sustainable transport hubs, and urban planning support sustainable development and help the UK achieve a more resilient network? How do partnerships, funding models, and community engagement unlock smarter, cleaner, and more resilient infrastructure? On Sustainable Infrastructure, where we explore the innovation reshaping UK infrastructure and driving energy transition forward, get answers to questions like these – plus insights on technology innovation, public-private sector partnerships, and the evolving role of infrastructure in a Net Zero future. --- Sustainable Infrastructure is brought to you by Amey, a leading provider of infrastructure engineering and consultancy services. With decades of expertise in infrastructure technology, rail, energy, and urban sustainability, Amey shares how smarter infrastructure decisions can deliver a cleaner, greener, and resilient future. Want to get involved with Sustainable Infrastructure? Email discover@amey.co.uk to: Invite Sustainable Infrastructure to your event. Sponsor an episode. Ask a question.

What exactly is a Smart Local Energy System (SLES) and how does it differ from the traditional energy sources we've relied on for so long? Exploring the fundamentals of SLES and its key components, such as local energy generation and smart technologies, are: Host: Damian Bell - AI Platforms and Microsoft Power Platforms, Amey Co-host: Matthew Bennell - Senior IT Services Manager, Group IT, Amey Guest: Professor David Healey, Smart Grid Solutions & Amey’s resident SLES expert They chat about how SLES can drive the transition to a sustainable, low-carbon future and is earmarked to play a pivotal role in reshaping how we generate, manage, and consume energy differently than traditional energy systems. --- At Amey we believe that the future of energy is local, smarter, and more sustainable which is why we created Sustainable Infrastructure, covering the latest developments in urban sustainability, smart local energy systems, and cutting-edge infrastructure technology. Sustainable Infrastructure is hosted by Damian Bell - a seasoned professional leading AI Platforms and Microsoft Power Platforms at Amey - and features experts from Amey – one of the UK’s leading providers of full life-cycle engineering, operations and decarbonisation solutions for infrastructure. How can smart local energy systems (SLES) accelerate decarbonisation? What role will data, AI, and digital twins play in the future of renewable energy? How can rail infrastructure, sustainable transport hubs, and urban planning support sustainable development and help the UK achieve a more resilient network? How do partnerships, funding models, and community engagement unlock smarter, cleaner, and more resilient infrastructure? On Sustainable Infrastructure, where we explore the innovation reshaping UK infrastructure and driving energy transition forward, get answers to questions like these – plus insights on technology innovation, public-private sector partnerships, and the evolving role of infrastructure in a Net Zero future. --- Sustainable Infrastructure is brought to you by Amey, a leading provider of infrastructure engineering and consultancy services. With decades of expertise in infrastructure technology, rail, energy, and urban sustainability, Amey shares how smarter infrastructure decisions can deliver a cleaner, greener, and resilient future. Want to get involved with Sustainable Infrastructure? Email discover@amey.co.uk to: Invite Sustainable Infrastructure to your event. Sponsor an episode. Ask a question.

What if your neighbourhood could power itself - cleanly, smartly, and sustainably? Sustainable Infrastructure is where smart local energy systems (SLES) meet real-world innovation. Hosted by Damian Bell, this three-part series explores what SLES is, how its driving the transition to a low-carbon future, the data and technology it relies on, and the essential partnerships powering it all. In each episode, you’ll hear from the people driving the energy transition - engineers, visionaries, and industry experts - as they share how decarbonisation, cleantech, and community-driven solutions are shaping a net zero future. Offering bold insights on powering the UK through smart infrastructure and sustainability-first thinking. Episode 1: Introduction to SLES Co-host: Matthew Bennell - Senior IT Services Manager, Group IT, Amey Guest: Professor David Healey - Smart Grid Solutions Episode 2: Data and Technology Co-host: Taryn Hide - Market Director, Advisory & Analytics, Amey Guest: Neha Govila - Head of Data, Digital & Technology, Analytics & Advisory, Amey Episode 3: Partnerships and Funding Co-host: John Hassall - Senior Project Manager, Transport Infrastructure, Amey Guests: Emily Davies - ESG Director, and David Aird - Business Director, Net Zero & Energy Solutions If you’re interested in Net Zero, Smart Local Energy Systems (SLES), cleantech, renewable energy, decarbonisation, or sustainable development - or you simply want to understand how the UK’s infrastructure is going green - you’ll find what you need right here. Want to get involved? Email discover@amey.co.uk to: Invite Sustainable Infrastructure to your event. Sponsor an episode. Ask a question. If you like Anticipate Podcast, Building Confidence, Engineering Matters, Sustainable Forces or Talking Infrastructure, you’ll enjoy Sustainable Infrastructure.