Pasqal, one of the leaders in neutral-atom quantum computing, in collaboration with GENCI and EDF, has successfully demonstrated the use of quantum computing to optimize energy demand forecasting for electric vehicle (EV) smart charging. The project, part of the Pack Quantique (PAQ) initiative, utilized Pasqal’s 100-qubit quantum system to address the growing complexity of energy supply and demand as EV adoption increases.
With 26% of new cars sold in France in 2023 being EVs or plug-in hybrids, the need for accurate energy forecasting has become critical. Pasqal’s neutral-atom quantum technology offers a robust solution for managing complex data sets, enabling more precise predictions and efficient resource allocation.
Loïc Henriet, Co-CEO of Pasqal, highlighted the project’s significance, stating, “This milestone demonstrates the potential of quantum computing to address real-world challenges in energy management.” Joseph Mikael, Head of Quantum Computing at EDF, emphasized the collaboration’s role in supporting the energy transition, while Stephane Requena, CTO of GENCI, noted the broader impact of quantum innovation on improving energy systems.
The teams have published a joint paper titled “Implementing Transferable Annealing Protocols for Combinatorial Optimisation on Neutral Atom Quantum Processors: A Case Study on Smart-Charging of Electric Vehicles”, detailing the use case which you can access here.
For more information, you can view the original press release from Pasqal here.
January 21, 2025
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