In a joint effort to bolster the sustainability and efficiency of EWN's hydropower operations, HYDROGRID's technology will play a pivotal role in fine-tuning the management of EWN's entire portfolio, comprising eight hydropower plants with both multi-stage storage chains and run-of-the-river facilities. The partnership aims to empower EWN to adapt to the rapidly evolving Swiss electricity landscape.
A key component of this collaboration is the integration of HYDROGRID's real-time solution, "HYDROGRID Insight," which will digitally transform EWN's forecasting processes. This strategic move aligns with EWN's mission to harness the full potential of its hydropower resources, ensuring a reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy supply to the people of Nidwalden.
Roman Schilter, Project Manager of EWN Production, emphasized the importance of this partnership, saying: "After comprehensive evaluation, we chose HYDROGRID Insight, an optimization solution that seamlessly integrates into our existing IT landscape and enables optimal hydrological and market-based management of our portfolio. This partnership aligns with our mission to fully exploit the potential of our hydropower, ensuring the secure, economical, and sustainable energy supply to the customers of Nidwalden."
Janice Goodenough, CEO of HYDROGRID, expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration, stating: "We are very excited about the close collaboration with EWN, through which we jointly support innovation and growth in Swiss hydropower, thereby promoting the expansion of sustainable energy generation in the canton of Nidwalden. This strategic partnership with HYDROGRID exemplifies EWN’s commitment to leveraging innovative solutions to maximize renewable energy production."
