DEF 2025 is Canada’s leading industry event focused on decentralised energy solutions. In alignment with the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ), this year’s forum will explore how quantum computing, sensing and communication can accelerate the transition to sustainable, resilient, and data-driven energy systems.

DEF 2025 is premised on the principles of openness, collaboration, and scientific integrity. We are inviting participants across sectors, including developers, researchers, policymakers, and the public, to engage with quantum’s potential in emissions monitoring, grid optimization, and AI-enhanced demand response. Ultimately, by connecting people, ideas, and technologies, DEF 2025 models the IYQ spirit: making quantum science accessible, inclusive, and impactful.