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Huawei has launched the inaugural Global Digitalization and Intelligence Index (GDII) Report for the Power Industry. The launch held at the Huawei Global Electric Power Summit during HUAWEI CONNECT 2025. This comprehensive study provides power companies worldwide with a critical benchmark and strategic roadmap for navigating the transition to digital and intelligent grid systems.
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The summit convened global industry leaders who emphasized the urgent need for digital transformation to manage new complexities, from renewable energy integration to real-time grid stability.
Addressing Grid Stability in the Age of Renewables
A key theme of the summit was the pressing challenge of modernizing power grids to handle distributed energy resources. In his opening address, Jo Cops, Chairman of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), highlighted the critical shift required.
“With the widespread adoption of PV systems, electric vehicle charging piles, and microgrids, real-time operational monitoring of low-voltage grids has become crucial for ensuring the stability of power systems,” Cops stated.
This sentiment was echoed by Huawei’s David Sun, CEO of the Electric Power Digitalization BU, who positioned digital technology as a core utility for the sector. “Digital and intelligent enablement is vital to addressing the uncertainties of the future power system,” Sun said. “AI has been elevated from an ‘efficiency tool’ to a ‘survival essential.'”
Huawei’s Multi-Layered Technical Architecture for a Smart Grid
In response to these industry-wide challenges, Huawei detailed its comprehensive technical framework for building the future power system. Guided by principles of a “intelligent and robust main network, medium-voltage integration, low-voltage transparency, high speed and security, and space-ground integration,” the architecture is built on a “scenario applications + cloud-pipe-edge-device synergy” model.
This multi-layered system is designed to provide power companies with end-to-end intelligent solutions that cover every scenario across power generation, transmission, distribution, and consumption.
Real-World Validation: Achieving Low-Voltage Transparency with State Grid Shaanxi
The partnership between Huawei and State Grid Shaanxi served as a tangible case study for the proposed digital framework. The two entities jointly released the 2025 Global Electric Power Showcase. This report highlighted their success in achieving unprecedented transparency in low-voltage 400V transformer districts.
Through joint innovation and large-scale verification, the project enabled:
- Real-time perception of grid conditions.
- Centralized management and regulation of distributed energy.
- Quick response to the challenges posed by low-voltage distributed new energy sources like rooftop solar.
The event also featured testimonials from international power providers, including Charles Tlouane, COO of South Africa’s City Power. Also featured was Simon Dezsö, Deputy CEO of Hungary’s MAVIR, who shared their firsthand experiences and challenges in driving digital transformation.
Looking ahead, Huawei reaffirmed its commitment to injecting intelligence into core power production scenarios. The company is aiming to help global power companies build a smarter, more resilient, and sustainable energy future.
