It was mentioned at the meeting that the project of transition to digital management of Enguri HPP is implemented by the Austrian company in cooperation with the Georgian UGT. The project is currently in the first stage of implementation, which involves an in-depth analysis of the current situation and the preparation of the technical task required for the next stage.
“The transition of Enguri HPP, which is the country's largest hydroelectric power station, to digital management is essential for its more effective, safe, operative and sustainable operation. By the time the energy exchange opens, the flaws and risks related to human factors will be minimized. Besides, in the case of hydroelectric plants in Georgia, this will be a precedent for the introduction of digital governance. The project on the digital manager is a part of the short-term strategic plan of Enguri HPP," Romeo Mikautadze stated.
Representatives of the Austrian company will also hold an information meeting regarding the Georgian electricity system. In addition, it is planned to visit foreign specialists to the territory of occupied Abkhazia, so that they can familiarize themselves with the facilities of Enguri HPP located there.
It should be noted that a tender was announced in December 2022, which provided for the transition to digital management of Enguri HPP. This initiative includes 3 stages: 1. Audit of the current situation, analysis and determination of technical parameters, which are necessary factors for the software; 2. Procurement of software along with relevant equipment and 3. Implementation of digital governance.