The electricity, gas, and district heating networks supply energy and warmth every day. They form the foundation of our society and are an essential pillar for achieving the energy transition. For example, a climate-neutral heat supply by 2045 will only be possible if the networks are expanded accordingly. Gas supply has become controversial due to recent crises, and the electricity grid must be prepared to handle increasing decentralised generation and to support electrified transportation. These major tasks are confronted by limiting factors. Increasing regulatory requirements must be met.
The networks are aging, and a large wave of renewals is on the horizon. This ties up significant resources, expertise, and materials. Everything is in short supply. There is a lack of workers, technicians, planners, and other specialists. Global supply chains for construction materials, cables, substations, and other operational resources are strained, leading to significantly longer delivery times and material shortages. This situation can only be managed with a stringent management approach – and we support our clients in this endeavour.