XR Makes Learning Faster, Safer, and Future-Proof
The energy transition is accelerating, but the shortage of skilled workers is growing – Enexis makes the difference by training them itself with XR
XR makes learning at Enexis faster, safer, and future-proof
The energy transition demands more skilled workers than ever. As the Netherlands rapidly moves toward sustainable energy, Enexis faces a double challenge: future-proofing the energy grid and training enough technicians to make it happen. But how do you prepare new mechanics in a short time without compromising safety or quality?
The answer lies in an innovative learning method: Extended Reality (XR). Together with Connec2, Enexis develops training programs that allow employees to practice in a virtual environment — safe, repeatable, and realistic.
The challenge: energy transition and staff shortage
For Enexis, the energy transition is not just a technical task but also a human one. Skilled mechanics and engineers are crucial to prepare the electricity and gas grid for a sustainable future.
Training Challenge
Training so many new mechanics and supervisors is simply a huge challenge.
Driving innovation and digital transformation at Enexis
XR seamlessly fits into Enexis’s broader strategy of innovation and digitalization. The company experiments with technologies ranging from AI to data-driven grid optimization. XR is a powerful addition: it makes learning scalable, engaging, and future-proof.
Learning redefined with Extended Reality
To meet this challenge, Enexis and Connec2 embrace Extended Reality (XR). Using VR and AR, employees can practice safely and repeatedly in a virtual environment — from executing gas procedures to handling high-risk situations — all without real-world danger.
Digital Learning
What makes training in Extended Reality different from traditional methods is the extra layer of digital information, on top of the hands-on practice you would normally do. Participants are generally very enthusiastic — especially the younger generation, who are very open to this.
A partnership built on trust
For Connec2, this project is a prime example of co-creation. By working closely with Enexis, we developed a solution that directly matches the daily reality of mechanics and engineers. “We bring the technology, Enexis brings the field expertise. Together, we make learning faster, safer, and more engaging,” says Michel van Eersel, Business Developer at Connec2.
Looking ahead: accelerating the energy transition
Enexis’s ambition is clear: train faster, work smarter, and be better prepared for the massive challenges of the energy transition. “What I envision is that in the coming years we will continue to accelerate — and benefit more and more from this technology,” says Kohlmann.