Energie Lab Howest

During the event, the speakers emphasized how AI can play a valuable role in more efficient energy management and predictive maintenance, crucial in a time of rising costs, stricter regulations, and increasing sustainability goals.Lore Leenknegt, applied AI researcher at AI LAB HOWEST, opened the event with a welcome speech and an explanation about the EnergAI project, followed by engaging speakers sharing their expertise:

• Dirk Van Evercoorenchairman of the Board at I-TRACK, spoke about the transformative power of AI and the energy transition.
• Matthias Detremmeriefounder of Elindus, addressed the invisible but crucial role of AI as a connecting factor in the energy transition.
• Robbe Sneyders, chief engineer at ML6, mapped out the challenges of the sector and discussed existing AI applications that are already operational.

After a break with homemade desserts, presentedBart Saerensfrom Aquafin,Paula Acuna Roncancio, Alexandra Vanhuysefrom Snowball andArne Bauwenspractical cases. The subsequent panel discussion provided space for questions and vision exchange about the future of AI in the energy sector.

Jurgen Van Ryckeghemtraining coordinator Energy Programs and Energy Manager HOWEST andCharlotte LarmuseauSmart Tech Lab Manager HOWEST concluded the educational and inspiring afternoon, after which participants could network and chat during the reception.