Eric Barres

Eric Barres currently serves as the Head of Energy Solutions at SIRADEL, where he leverages his extensive engineering expertise and geoscience background to advance innovative digital twin technologies for urban energy management. His role centers on developing city-scale digital twins that integrate geospatial data, energy infrastructure, and renewable resource potentials—such as solar PV, geothermal, and biofeed CHP—to optimize local energy grids. By designing enriched 3D urban models, Eric enables city planners and energy providers to visualize and simulate energy flows, assess renewable integration, and identify opportunities for decarbonization and efficiency improvements.

A key focus of Eric’s work involves digitizing district heating and cooling networks, transforming traditional infrastructure into dynamic digital representations that facilitate real-time monitoring, predictive maintenance, and strategic planning. His expertise in geoscience technologies, basin modeling, and petroleum system assessment informs the development of accurate, data-rich models that support sustainable energy solutions. Additionally, Eric’s proficiency in digital twin design, coupled with his strategic approach to technology pre-sales and solution management, ensures that SIRADEL’s offerings align with the evolving needs of smart cities and energy transition initiatives.

Through his leadership, Eric has contributed to several key projects that demonstrate the potential of digital twin technology to enhance energy efficiency, promote renewable integration, and support urban resilience. His multidisciplinary skill set—including geophysics, modeling, and strategic selling—positions him as a pivotal figure in shaping the future of territorial energy planning, making him a valuable asset in the transition toward smarter, more sustainable urban environments.