Welcome to the Second International Conference on Digital Intelligence for Energy Systems.

Shaping the future of digital energy

This conference brings together a diverse community of academics, researchers, industry practitioners, and professionals, alongside government representatives and leaders of professional societies, to share knowledge and exchange ideas on the future of digital energy.

As a global platform, the conference facilitates dialogue and collaboration across the entire energy ecosystem, from generation and transmission to distribution and end-use. By addressing complex interdisciplinary challenges, it advances the continuous and sustainable development of digital intelligence technologies and their practical applications in energy systems.

Participants will explore cutting-edge research, innovative solutions, and real-world case studies that highlight how digital intelligence can enhance efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. Through these interactions, the conference not only showcases technological progress but also strengthens partnerships that are essential for shaping a smarter and more sustainable global energy future. 
  
Professor Zhenjun Ma  
Conference Chair 
University of Wollongong 

Conference Objectives

This conference will spotlight cutting-edge research and technology development, showcasing how digital intelligence, including, but not limited to, advanced modelling, artificial intelligence, big data, the Internet of Things, smart sensing, and related innovations, can transform energy systems. By bringing together academia, technology developers, industry, and government, the event will bridge existing gaps and generate new opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and real-world impact. The conference will deliver strategic value by convening international experts, leading researchers, industry practitioners, and policymakers to highlight breakthroughs in data-driven energy technologies. 

Conference Scope

The conference program will feature plenary and invited speeches delivered by leading experts, parallel sessions addressing a wide range of themes, panel discussions offering diverse perspectives, interactive poster sessions highlighting emerging research, hands-on workshops fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange, and dedicated engagement events to encourage networking and dialogue. 

  • The conference will include, but is not limited to, the following topics: 
  • Digital innovation in smart grids, demand forecasting, and load balancing 
  • Optimisation of energy generation, distribution, and consumption through advanced digital solutions 
  • Renewable energy integration supported by digital twins, IoT, and advanced modelling 
  • Smart, digital, and numerical technologies enabling demand flexibility and building–grid interaction 
  • AI-driven market design and trading platforms for electricity and flexibility services 
  • Human-–machine collaboration and decision support systems in energy management 
  • Predictive maintenance and fault detection strategies for enhancing system reliability 
  • Interoperability and standardisation of digital technologies across energy networks 
  • Digital platforms for community energy systems and prosumer engagement 
  • Case studies and best practices showcasing applications of advanced digital technologies to sustainable energy development 
  • Socioeconomic and policy dimensions of digitally enabled energy transitions 
  • Energy access, equity, and just transitions facilitated by digital solutions 
  • Cross-cutting digital approaches for decarbonisation, resilience, and sustainability assessment 
  • Cybersecurity and data privacy challenges in digital energy infrastructures 
  • Lifecycle assessment and circular economy approaches supported by digital tools 

  

Conference Committees

Our committees are made up of dedicated individuals working together to create a thoughtful, inclusive, and engaging experience for all attendees. From planning logistics to shaping the program, each committee plays a vital role in bringing this international event to life. We’re proud to support meaningful exchange, collaboration, and connection across disciplines and cultures, and we look forward to welcoming you to the conference.

Innovation Campus, University of Wollongong, Australia

Conference Organisation Committee
  • Professor Shengwei Wang: Conference honorary chair, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University 
  • Professor Zhenjun Ma: Conference chair, University of Wollongong, Australia 
  • Dr Subbu Sethuvenkatraman: Conference co-chair, CSIRO, Australia 
  • Professor Linda Fu Xiao: Conference co-chair, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University 
  • Professor Yang Zhao: Conference co-chair, Zhejiang University, China 
  • Ms Rachael Hornby: Conference coordinator, University of Wollongong, Australia 
  • Dr Craig McLauchlan: Conference venue and logistics coordinator, University of Wollongong, Australia 
  • Wanbin Dou; Kate Fung; Mingyang Huang: Conference secretaries, University of Wollongong, Australia  
Conference Scientific Committee

Registration fees

Registrations are open

ICDIES Early Bird

ICDIES-2026 Conference
(8-9 October 2026) 

General admission: $700

Student admission: $500

ICDIES single day registration (without including dinner ticket): $300

PURCHASE Early bird ticket

ICDIES Standard

ICDIES-2026 Conference
(8-9 October 2026)

General admission: $800

Student admission: $600

ICDIES single day registration (without including dinner ticket): $350

PURCHASE standard ticket

IEA Annex 96

IEA Annex 96 expert workshops
(6-7 October 2026)

Early bird: TBC

Regular: TBC

General admission: TBC

Student admission: TBC

Purchase pre-conference ticket

Registration notes and cancellation

  • All costs above are in AUD.
  • Early bird registration ends 30 June 2026 (Midnight AEST) and standard registration opens 1 July 2026.
  • For a paper to be included in the conference, one of the authors must register and present the paper at the conference.
  • All conference participants (authors / co-authors / non-authors) need to individually register for the conference.
  • Goods and services tax (GST) is 10% that will be added during the final payment.

Cancellation Policy:

All refund/cancellation requests must be provided in writing and received before the Early Bird. No refunds will be issued after the Early Bird. Please submit all refund/cancellation requests to Rachael Hornby via icdies-admin@uow.edu.au for consideration. There will be a cancellation fee of $100 deducted from each refund.