# Event Details - **Event Name**: CIGRE UK Study Committee C1 & C6 Technical Liaison Meeting 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 10:00 am – Tue, 23 Jun, 2026 at 04:00 pm - **Event Description**: Combined Distribution and Transmission Power System Planning to Facilitate Net ZeroAbout this EventThis event marks the first joint CIGRE UK SC C1 (Power System Development & Economics) & C6 (Active Distribution Systems & Distributed Energy Resources) Technical Liaison Meeting, kindly hosted at the University of Glasgow, and also supported by the CIGRE UK University Hub – Glasgow Region. The meeting provides a dedicated forum to strengthen collaboration between academia and industry, with a particular focus on the role of integrated distribution and transmission (D/T) power system planning in enabling the transition to Net Zero. The programme features keynote contributions and a panel session bringing together experts from industry and academia to discuss emerging challenges, opportunities, and best practices in coordinated network planning. Through technical insights and practical perspectives, the session will explore how closer alignment between transmission and distribution planning can support decarbonisation, system resilience, and the efficient integration of low‑carbon technologies.Fee (£25+ VAT), and free for students, but please register with your .ac.uk email address to validate your student status. Registration is mandatory for admission to this event.Agenda10:00 - 10:30 | Welcome and IntroductionsIntroduction to Study Committees C1 & C6: Bless Kuri and Professor Jun LiangPower System Development and Economics CIGRE C1 Activities in the UK: CIGRE Study Committee C1 covers Power System Development and Economics. The presentation will report the relevant activities in these areas in the UK and contribution to the overall CIGRE C1. These include academic researches, industrial innovation, CIGRE Working Groups, and Preferential Subjects for CIGRE Paris Sessions.Active distribution systems and distributed energy resources CIGRE C6 Activities in the UK: CIGRE Study Committee C6 covers Active distribution systems and distributed energy resources. The presentation will report the relevant activities in these areas in the UK and contribution to the overall CIGRE C6. These include academic researches, industrial innovation, CIGRE Working Groups, and Preferrential Subjects for CIGRE Paris Sessions.Introduction to CIGRE UK and its Sections (WiE/NGN/University Hubs): Mark Kent, SP Energy NetworksThis presentation provides an overview of CIGRE UK’s Next Generation Network (NGN) and introduces the role of the Glasgow Hub in supporting its mission. It highlights the UK NGN as a dynamic community for early-career professionals interested in power systems. The NGN promotes technical development, industry engagement, and international collaboration through conferences, webinars, working groups, and publications. Members gain exposure to key industry themes including renewable integration, digitalisation, network resilience, and the wider energy transition. The presentation also emphasises the benefits of active participation. NGN members access valuable networking opportunities, mentorship, and global knowledge-sharing platforms. They are also encouraged to contribute to technical papers and workshops, helping shape industry best practices while enhancing their professional development.The Glasgow Hub is introduced as a new regional extension of the NGN, providing a local platform for engagement in Scotland. It connects students and professionals across academia and industry, supporting collaboration through events, technical talks, and site visits. The session concludes by encouraging involvement in both NGN and Glasgow Hub activities to support career growth, expand professional networks, and contribute to a more sustainable energy future.10:30 - 11:10 | Part 1: The Future of Distribution Networks and Innovation in Flexibility SolutionsPresentersTitle TBC - Catherine Winning, Head of Future Networks, SSE PlcTransforming Distribution Networks with Intelligent Real-time Grid-Edge Technologies - Tianning Xu, Chief Technology Officer, IONATE EnergyAs electricity systems transition towards Net Zero, distribution networks are facing increasing pressure from the growth of distributed energy resources, electrification of demand, aging infrastructure, and changing power flows. These challenges require new ways to manage network constraints and make better use of existing infrastructure.This presentation will explore how grid-edge technologies can provide real-time visibility, control, and flexibility across distribution networks. By deploying integrated hardware and software solutions, system operators can improve power stability, power quality, and network efficiency while managing constraints and unlocking additional network capacity. The presentation will also show how these technologies support the decentralisation of energy systems, enable the integration of low-carbon technologies, and improve coordination between transmission and distribution networks.11:10 - 11:20 | Break11:20 - 12:00 | Part 2: System Planning and Innovation for Integrated Transmission–Distribution NetworksPresentersUnderstanding the Transmission Constraints Challenge in GB - Callum MacIver, Research Fellow at University of StrathclydeThis presentation will explore the recent drivers of high thermal constraints within the GB transmission system and investigate options for addressing the challenge in the short to medium term.An overview of NGED innovation projects to facilitate the adoption of low carbon technologies - Greg Shirley, Innovation Engineer, National GridThe presentation will provide an overview of previous and ongoing innovation projects from National Grid Electricity Distribution with a focus on projects that facilitate the adoption of low carbon technologies within the electricity distribution network. Projects discussed will include those that analyse the impact of LCT's on the low and medium voltage networks and the solutions required to enable integration of the LCT's required for net zero.12:00 - 12:45 | Lunch12:45 - 13:30 | Part 3: Electrification and Practical Challenges in Network IntegrationPresentersFrom Energy Consumers to Flexibility Providers: Planning Low-Carbon Transport Energy Systems for Resilient Distribution Networks - Dr Zhongbei Tian, Associate Professor in Transport Energy Systems, University of BirminghamThe rapid decarbonisation of transport is fundamentally reshaping the role of distribution networks. Electrified road and rail transport systems are evolving from passive energy consumers into active energy hubs capable of providing flexibility, resilience, and low-carbon energy services. This presentation examines how integrated planning approaches can support this transition through two complementary case studies from the UK transport sector.The first study investigates integrated energy systems (IESs) for motorway service areas (MSAs) under transport decarbonisation pathways involving battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). A transport-driven planning framework is developed by combining behavioural traffic modelling, queueing theory, renewable generation, energy storage, hydrogen infrastructure, and grid reinforcement planning. Traffic uncertainty is addressed through empirical chance constraints, while extreme operating conditions are evaluated using Conditional Value-at-Risk (CVaR). Results from representative UK motorway service areas demonstrate that integrated energy systems can reduce annualised system costs by up to 68%, lower carbon emissions, and significantly improve resilience by reducing electricity shortages and eliminating hydrogen supply deficits during compound stress events.The second study focuses on flexible traction power supply systems and their capability to deliver distribution network flexibility services under UK Power Networks (UKPN) flexibility product rules. A two-stage framework is proposed, combining deterministic planning of photovoltaic generation and hybrid energy storage systems with robust assessment based on Information Gap Decision Theory (IGDT). The methodology explicitly considers Long-Term Scheduled Utilisation (LTSU), Scheduled Availability and Operational Utilisation (SAOU), and Day-Ahead Scheduled Utilisation (DASU) requirements. The results show that flexibility value depends strongly on service-window characteristics, traction load baselines, and storage system design, highlighting the need for product-specific and uncertainty-aware planning approaches.Together, these studies demonstrate how transport energy infrastructures can support distribution network decarbonisation while enhancing system flexibility and resilience. The findings provide insights for network operators, transport stakeholders, and policymakers seeking to integrate rapidly growing transport energy demands into future low-carbon distribution systems.How the Transitional Regional Energy Strategic Plan Strengthens Distribution Future Energy Scenarios - Margi Shah, Senior Engineer, Scottish Power NetworkElectricity networks are central to the Net Zero transition. By 2050, rising demand, rapid growth in distributed generation, and increasing storage deployment will place far greater pressure on distribution networks than they were originally designed for. Understanding how and where this change will occur is essential for planning timely, efficient and coordinated investment. This is the role of the Distribution Future Energy Scenarios (DFES): to map credible pathways to Net Zero and highlight the locations and technologies that will drive future network needs.The publication of the Transitional Regional Energy Strategic Plan (tRESP) by the National Energy System Operator (NESO) in January 2026 marks a major shift in how Great Britain approaches future energy planning. It introduces a consistent national framework for assumptions, pathways and strategic needs, creating a shared evidence base for assessing future demand, generation and flexibility requirements. As a result, this year’s DFES is strongly shaped by the tRESP and reflects its whole system, regionally focused approach.The presentation will outline what DFES is, what the tRESP introduces, and how the two processes now work together. It will show how the tRESP strengthens DFES by improving consistency, enhancing spatial insight and creating a clearer bridge between national decarbonisation goals and local network planning.13:30 - 14:00 | Panel Discussion - Combined D/T Power System Planning to Facilitate Net ZeroPresentersDr Lois Efe (moderator) and all speakers14:00 - 15:00 | Breakout Working Group Reports - C1 & C6 breakout sessions chaired by Kuri Bless & Prof Jun LiangIntroductionPresentation of current working group progressSpecific questions for discussionKey challenges and barriersFeedback on current findingsRegional or practical insightsSuggestions for improvements or additions15:00 - 16:00 | Closing Remarks, Group Photo and NetworkingPresenter Bios For full presenter biographies, please click here.Meeting Details? Date: Tuesday 23rd June 2026 | 10.00 – 16:00? Location: James Watt South Building, Engineering Way University of Glasgow, Glasgow, G12 8QQRegistration FeesThere is a modest charge of £25+VAT per person to secure your place to attend. Students attendance is free of charge however to secure student registration you MUST use your ac.org email.Meeting CompliancePlease note that when registering you will be asked to confirm that you understand CIGRE's Meeting Compliance Regulations (this is a mandatory requirement). 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