Saudi Arabia hosted the 13th Saudi Smart Grid Conference (SASG 2025) in Riyadh from December 15 to 17 under the theme Innovation Today for a Sustainable Tomorrow, according to the Saudi Press Agency. The event highlighted the role of advanced grid technologies in building a more efficient and sustainable power system.
Held under the patronage of the Ministry of Energy, the conference brought together specialists and stakeholders from 25 countries. The program featured 28 panel discussions and technical sessions, presenting 225 scientific papers on the latest global developments in smart grid solutions.
During the conference, Saudi energy officials highlighted progress in grid modernization, noting that distribution network automation reached around 40% by the end of 2025. Officials also reported that renewable energy projects totaling nearly 64 GW were under development, with 12.3 GW already connected to the national grid, alongside battery energy storage projects totaling 30 GWh, of which 8 GWh were operational.
The ministry’s sponsorship underscored its support for transforming the electricity sector under Saudi Vision 2030, which aims to diversify power generation sources and enhance grid reliability and efficiency. The conference served as a platform for exchanging expertise, strengthening partnerships, and advancing the digitalization of the power sector.
Key discussions focused on renewable energy integration, regulatory developments, electricity storage, smart load management, and cybersecurity measures to protect critical energy infrastructure. The event also included recognition of Energy Hackathon winners, the exchange of agreements, and the inauguration of the accompanying exhibition, reinforcing the conference’s role in supporting innovation and investment in smart energy systems.
