Name: Challenges Using an IEC Standard in Open Source - Nico Rikken, Alliander
Start: 2026-10-07T16:30:00+0200
End: 2026-10-07T16:50:00+0200

7-9 October, 2026
Prague, Czechia
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Challenges Using an IEC Standard in Open Source - Nico Rikken, Alliander

Wednesday October 7, 2026 16:30 - 16:50 CEST

Chamber Hall (Floor 3)

The electrical energy sector can largely be defined by the IEC standards that ensure compatibility and conformity. In this way IEC standards serve our industry very well, both in the physical and digital realm. Although the open source projects and IEC share a similar goal of compatibility and innovation, in practice they conflict with one another. This has to do with the way in which IEC standards are created, licensed and distributed.

In this presentation Nico will share his experiences in dealing with IEC licenses from the perspective of an OSPO supporting open source development. This will highlight various issues, big and small, that hinder open source development. The presentation will also gather insights from the standards group in the LF Energy community group. By presenting this constructive assessment Nico hopes to foster discussion and encourage improvement of the situation. Much of the content will carry over to other closed standards.

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Nico Rikken

Solution Architect, OSPO member, Alliander

Nico Rikken has a track record in maximizing the potential of Free and Open Source Software in the energy sector and in the Netherlands. As Open Source Ambassador at grid operator Alliander he helps make open source project participation successful and ensure control over the company... Read More →

Wednesday October 7, 2026 16:30 - 16:50 CEST
Chamber Hall (Floor 3)

OSS Enabling & Management, Standards & Specifications

Audience Experience Level Intermediate

OSS + ELC EU 2026

Nico Rikken

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Nico Rikken

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