Quantum for Energy and Utilities 2026

Quantum opportunities by subsector (continued) TABLE 1 Utilities (public services and critical infrastructure)Quantum computing Quantum sensing Quantum security and communication Electricity Generation, transmission and retail electricity providersLong-term planning of generation and retail mixAsset health monitoring (transformers, substations)Harden customer data and billing platforms Natural gas Natural gas delivery for heating, cooking and industrial useOptimize gas network flows under dynamic demandDetect leaks in urban gas distributionSecure gas SCADA and distribution networks Water and wastewater Potable water supply, treatment plants and sewerage systemsOptimize desalination and water treatment processes Smart water distribution under drought conditionsDetect contaminants and micro-leaks in pipelinesProtect critical water infrastructure from cyberattacks Notes: This table is representative and non-exhaustive. Source: World Economic Forum’s Quantum for Energy and Utilities Working Group. 10 Quantum for Energy and Utilities: Key Opportunities for Energy Transition