INNOVATION AT AES

APEX

At AES, we believe that innovation and efficiency go hand in hand. That’s why we created APEX, our continuous improvement program that empowers teams to solve challenges, optimize processes, and drive progress across our global operations. APEX fosters collaboration and accelerates impactful solutions in energy infrastructure, renewables, utilities and beyond.

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What is APEX?

Since 2006, APEX has been a cornerstone of AES’s commitment to operational excellence. The program provides teams with industry-leading methodologies and tools to identify opportunities, solve complex challenges, and replicate best practices across our businesses. By uniting our people under a common language of innovation, APEX ensures that our solutions are scalable, data-driven, and aligned with the evolving needs of the energy sector.

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Proven framework

Standardized methodologies and tools for problem-solving and innovation.

Global collaboration

A network of experts sharing knowledge and best practices.

Scalability

Solutions that can be applied across businesses and regions.

Measurable impact

Data-driven improvements that enhance reliability, efficiency, and sustainability.

Celebrating game-changing projects

Every year, AES recognizes the most impactful APEX projects through a global competition. Teams compete at local, regional, and global levels, showcasing innovations in energy infrastructure, renewables, utilities, and AI-powered solutions.

Some recent winning projects were built around:

Renewables: AI-powered wind forecasting and solar performance optimization.
Grid and infrastructure: Smart solutions for energy storage and grid stability.
AI and digital innovation: Fraud detection and predictive maintenance powered by machine learning.

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