CIRED is where the electricity distribution community meets and learns. If your work is in the design, construction or operation of public distribution systems, or large installations using electrical energy, you will find your community at CIRED.
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CIRED is the leading forum for the global electricity distribution community. CIRED is recognized for its major role in innovation, supporting sustainable development and trusted beyond the technical world.
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CIRED Working Groups are specialized teams within CIRED that focus on specific aspects of electricity distribution. Read the latest technical reports from CIRED’s working groups.
We are happy to inform you that the final report of the Working Group on “Network planning and system design with flexibility” is now available. The Working Group first defined the scope of flexibility and studied its integration at all planning scales, from short to long-term and local to global flexibility. Through the analysis of worldwide use cases, several outcomes have been driven and led to eight recommendations.
Click here to download the final report
We’ve had 1,264 abstract submissions from 59 countries to CIRED 2025! Peer-review of the abstracts is starting shortly, and we’re looking forward to putting together a programme of the latest research and innovative ideas in electricity distribution. More information on CIRED 2025
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CIRED does not offer individual memberships. Instead, we encourage professionals to participate through their country’s National or Liaison Committee, join our Working Groups, or attend our conferences and events.
Yes, we are open to hosting events in any city/country that can accomodate our needs. If you’re interested in bringing a CIRED event to your country, please contact your National or Liaison Committee or reach out to CIRED directly.
To join a National or Liaison Committee, you must be involved in the electricity distribution sector within your country. Our committees consist of representatives from key sectors like manufacturing, electricity supply, research, and consulting. If you’re interested, please contact your local National Committee or professional association linked with CIRED.
If you’re interested in joining a CIRED Working Group, we recommend reaching out to your National or Liaison Committee. Working Group membership is typically based on expertise, and we welcome professionals who can contribute to advancing electricity distribution. Nominations and invitations are usually handled through committees or direct involvement in CIRED activities.
