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How software keeps EV charging and metering compliant
How software, OCPP and metering standards keep EV charging and smart metering compliant and interoperable across the EU energy system.
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What NIS2 means for substation and SCADA security
How NIS2 reshapes OT security for substation automation, SCADA and RTUs, and what energy operators must document to stay compliant.
IEC 62443 explained for industrial and energy operators
A clear guide to IEC 62443 for industrial and energy operators: security levels, zones and conduits, and how it maps to NIS2...
The hidden cost of legacy RTU systems in modern grids
The hidden cost of legacy RTU systems in modern European grids, with current data on grid investment, modernisation risks, and EU...
Why energy digitalisation projects fail even with the right technology
Energy digitalisation often fails despite strong technology. Explore root causes, EU context, and practical steps to improve outcomes.
Turning a testing roadblock into innovation: How Wirtek used AI to validate IEC 62351-5 in IEC 60870-5-104
Wirtek built a virtual IEC 62351-5 RTU using AI-assisted engineering to test an IEC 104 gateway, enabling realistic validation without...
5 digital trends transforming the energy sector in 2025
Discover five key digital trends transforming the global energy sector in 2025, from AI-driven grids to predictive maintenance and...
Q3 2025: 7 Embedded Software Trends Powering Smarter Energy Systems
Wirtek has signed a new software development contract with a major US-based company operating globally in the home and office...
What Energy Tech Leaders Need to Know from Energy Cluster Denmark's Annual Assembly
Key insights for energy tech leaders from Energy Cluster Denmark 2024, covering PtX, digital systems, innovation gaps, and execution...
The blackout in Portugal and Spain: Summary for EU Energy Industry
This article summarizes the Iberian peninsula blackout in Spain and Portugal for energy industry professionals, distinguishing between...
Smart Grid Solutions – A Practical Guide to Vetting Offers and Vendors
Smart grid solutions guide for energy leaders—learn how to vet providers, reduce TCO, ensure compliance, and future-proof your...
