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Saatwik Gilakattula’s Digital Factory platform cuts peak load by 29 MW, saving millions while redefining energy efficiency for major utilities.
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Saatwik Gilakattula, a Microsoft Azure–certified architect, led the creation of a Digital Factory platform that enabled 24,000+ energy installations and reduced peak load by 29 MW. At just $455–$626 per kW saved, his innovation outperformed traditional generation costs—redefining sustainable efficiency, scalability, and operational reliability in the utility sector.