GRIDexpo

Introducing the Green Grid Compass: A New Tool for Transparent Energy Data 🌱⚡ Together with 50Hertz Transmission GmbH and TenneT, the @esearch Centre for Energy Economics (FfE) has launched the innovative digital tool Green Grid Compass, offering real-time transparency on Europe’s energy mix and greenhouse gas emissions. 🌍 🔑 Key Features Live and Historical Data: View the composition of the energy mix and the share of renewable energy in European bidding zones. Real-Time & Forecasting: Get accurate real-time data and projections for the Germany-Luxembourg and Belgium bidding zones. EU Compliance: The tool fulfills the EU’s RED III directive, which requires hourly CO₂ intensity and renewable share disclosures by transmission system operators. 💡 Why it matters Sustainability Reporting: Businesses can use Green Grid Compass data to meet reporting requirements under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) or Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR). Optimized Decision-Making: Differentiate between production and consumption data to make informed, sustainable decisions for your business. The new Green Grid Compass is here to help companies and energy stakeholders better understand the evolving energy landscape and optimize sustainability strategies. 👉 Want to learn more about the industry's take on the all-electric society?  🔗 LINK in the comments! 

⚡🎤 GRIDexpo 2025: Shaping the Future of Smart Grids – An Exclusive Interview In an exclusive interview, Caroline Markowski, Project Manager of GRIDexpo, shares insights into the importance of the event and why it’s a game-changer for the energy industry. Why is a specialized trade fair focused on smart grids necessary? As Caroline emphasizes, the future of climate and energy transition hinges on the development of intelligent, efficient power grids. With the rise of renewable energy and the electrification of transportation and heating, the need for a sustainable, modern and digitalized grid infrastructure is more pressing than ever. 🔗 Read more in the full interview with the link in the comments! GRIDexpo 2025 brings together: Advanced grid technologies Digital tools for planning, operation and monitoring Innovative flexibility solutions like Vehicle2Grid, energy storage and intelligent energy management systems What makes GRIDexpo 2025 unique? It addresses not only network operators but also key players from industry, commerce and real estate, covering the entire spectrum of energy solutions – from electric mobility to smart grids and cybersecurity. 🌐 Join the leading experts and innovators at GRIDexpo to explore cutting-edge technologies and network with industry leaders! LINK in the comments! 🙌

🔋🚗 Spark Alliance: Simplifying EV Charging Across Europe Four leading European charging infrastructure providers — Atlante, Electra, Fastned and IONITY – have joined forces to create the Spark Alliance, a new partnership aimed at simplifying the EV charging experience across Europe. The Spark Alliance will provide drivers with access to over 1,700 stations and 11,000 charging points across 25 European countries. The key innovation: Drivers will be able to use their preferred charging app to locate, start, stop and pay for charging sessions at any of the stations in the network — without needing to download additional apps. What’s New: Seamless Access: One app for all 1,700 stations, eliminating the need to switch apps between providers. Unified Charging Experience: By displaying the stations from all partners in each other's apps, finding a charging point has never been easier. Accelerating E-Mobility: The partnership aims to remove barriers in charging, making EVs easier to use for everyday travel, business trips and leisure. Stefano Terranova, CEO of Atlante, emphasizes “We’re proud to be part of the Spark Alliance, bringing convenient access to Europe’s largest charging network.” with Aurelien de Meaux, Co-Founder and CEO of Electra, adding “The Spark Alliance breaks down barriers and makes charging smoother for EV owners, with over 11,000 charging points at your fingertips.” 🌍 The Spark Alliance is not only a technological leap forward but also a major boost for electromobility, aiming to make EVs accessible and convenient across Europe and getting one step closer to the all-electric society! 🚀

⚡🤖 AI for Cellular Energy Systems: Revolutionizing Grid Management Exciting developments are underway with AI-flex, an innovative research project where Voltaris and its partners are creating autonomous artificial intelligence (AI) for cellular energy systems. The goal? To AI-manage renewable energy within the grid and counteract fluctuations in real time. 🌱 💡 How it works The energy system is divided into decentralized, autonomous energy cells that are managed by AI. Each cell independently optimizes renewable generation, energy storage and consumption to create a more efficient and resilient grid. This AI-based optimization system integrates numerous assets, including photovoltaics, energy storage and consumers — bringing a new level of detail and complexity to energy management. 👉Next Steps: To enable this intelligent operation, AI-based cell optimizers are being developed, tested and integrated into a digital twin of the energy system, simulating real-world conditions for precision. The future of smart grids and renewable energy management is here and it’s powered by artificial intelligence — what do you think? Leave a comment 🙌 Source: SigMedia Branchenguide Smart Grid 2025/26

The Road to a Climate-Neutral Future: Transforming Energy Infrastructure for a Sustainable Future ⚡🌍 The political climate worldwide may remain turbulent, but Germany is seeing promising signals for its energy transition, particularly in the expansion and digitalization of the electric grid. Over the past few years, crucial steps have been taken and the path remains clear for grid operators to continue driving change. 🔑 Key Insights Rising Energy Demand: A study by E.ON predicts a 30% increase in electricity demand by 2035 across Europe. While sector electrification is progressing more slowly than expected, the demand for clean energy will continue to grow significantly. Infrastructure Expansion: An efficient electric grid is the backbone of the transition to an "all-electric society". The grid must efficiently handle the large influx of wind and solar power, transport it and distribute it across the network. This requires massive infrastructure investments and new technologies like large-scale energy storage systems and STATCOM facilities. 💻 The Role of Digitalization As complexity and resource constraints rise, digital solutions are key to efficient processes in grid planning and operation. Technologies like the digital twin and smart meters will play a vital role in improving transparency and control. AI and machine learning are already transforming data analysis and grid planning, but automation will be essential to keep up with the dynamic changes across all voltage levels. 💡 The Future is Digital Data, analysis and automation will drive the transformation of the electric grid, enabling greater transparency, better planning and smarter operation. Together with regulatory support and collaboration, the energy transition will continue to move forward, ensuring a climate-neutral future. 👉 Your company offers an innovative solution for the all-electric socierty? Don't hesitate to contact us and take part at GRIDexpo 2025 where the electrified world will meet in October 2025 at Messe Düsseldorf GmbH. Or leave a comment for more details! Source: SigMedia Branchenguide Smart Grid 2025/26

📊 Heat Pump Industry Sees Strong Start to 2025: 35% Increase in Sales 🔥 The heat pump industry is off to an impressive start in 2025, with 62,000 units sold in the first quarter, marking a 35% increase compared to the same period last year. This growth is a clear reflection of the rising demand for climate-friendly heating systems, boosted by the increased heating subsidy introduced last year. 🔎 2025 Forecast The German Heat Pump Association (BWP) expects around 260,000 heat pumps to be sold this year, representing a 30% growth compared to 2024. 🔑 Key Highlights Satisfaction: More than 90% of users report being satisfied with their heat pump operation and 96% would choose the system again. Policy Support: The BWP calls for continued federal support for efficient buildings, highlighting the importance of a clear and timely implementation of reforms, especially regarding heating regulations. The heat pump revolution is gaining momentum as more homeowners and businesses make the switch to sustainable heating solutions, driving the transition towards a greener future. 💬 What are your thoughts on the growth of the heat pump industry?  Let’s discuss in the comments below!

What is STATCOM? Enhancing Grid Stability and Power Transmission Efficiency ⚡🔌 STATCOM (Static Synchronous Compensator) is revolutionizing how we stabilize electrical grids and optimize power transmission. A fast-responding device, STATCOM plays a critical role in regulating voltage and improving grid stability, especially during load fluctuations or grid disturbances. 🔑 What STATCOMs do Voltage Regulation: STATCOMs can inject or absorb reactive power into the grid, stabilizing voltage levels. Grid Stability: They enhance stability by quickly adjusting voltage during dynamic changes, such as fluctuating loads or network faults. Power Transmission: By stabilizing voltage, STATCOMs enable higher power transfer, improving overall grid efficiency. Dynamic Response: Their rapid response time makes them ideal for managing fast-changing grid conditions. ⚙️ Applications Transformers Stations Wind Farms Industrial Facilities 🔎 Example Use Cases TransnetBW GmbH: Enhancing grid stability to support the energy transition in Germany. Siemens Energy: Providing STATCOM systems for Amprion in Germany to ensure network stability. Hitachi Energy: Offering advanced STATCOM solutions tailored to different network conditions. STATCOMs are essential tools for grid operators, enabling a more reliable, flexible and efficient energy system. With their ability to regulate voltage and improve power transmission, they are at the forefront of grid innovation. 👉 Ready to learn more about the role of STATCOM in future energy networks?  Discover more about the technologies for an all-electric society at GRIDexpo2025! LINK in the bio.

⚡🤖 Revolutionizing Energy Management with AI and Strategic Partnership ITC AG and E.ON One have teamed up to offer innovative energy management and customer service solutions, combining their expertise to help businesses meet the new Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) requirements. As companies with an annual energy consumption of over 7.5 GWh must implement an energy management system (EnMS) under ISO 50001 or EMAS by July 2025, new software solutions are required. To comply, many will have to manage data from multiple meters, consumption points and various stakeholders. This is where ITC PowerCommerce and E.ON Optimum come into play. 🔑 Key Solutions ITC PowerCommerce EnMS: A cloud-based, scalable and user-friendly SaaS solution for SMEs, municipal utilities and cities to track and analyze energy data effortlessly. E.ON Optimum: A modular, cloud-based platform offering large enterprises real-time energy consumption monitoring, analytics and reporting. AI-Driven Customer Service: The AI-powered voicebot OneVoice integrates with ITC PowerCommerce, automating customer service processes, reducing wait times and enhancing communication efficiency with smart voice recognition. 💡With this collaboration, E.ON One and ITC AG offer tailored solutions that scale with your needs, ensuring businesses can meet energy management requirements while improving operational efficiency. Want to find out more about the all-electric society of tomorrow? Join us! 👉

⚡ GRIDexpo 2025: Charging Infrastructure for the Future Power Grid 🌍 From October 28 – 30, 2025, GRIDexpo in Düsseldorf will be the go-to platform for exploring the future of E-mobility and charging infrastructure. As the energy transition accelerates, charging solutions are becoming an integral part of the smart grid, ensuring grid stability through usage-based energy and load management. 🔑 Why Exhibit at GRIDexpo 2025? Focused Trade Fair for Smart Grids: Showcase your innovative charging solutions and E-mobility technologies for the future power grid. Connect with Key Industry Players: Meet grid operators, energy utilities, industry leaders, and real estate professionals all on one platform. Exclusive Professional Program: Engage in high-level discussions at the AES Arena and gain insights into future energy systems. Position Your Brand: Present your solutions and technologies that support the electric mobility transition and smart grid integration. 💡 Seize this opportunity to showcase your leadership in the rapidly growing E-mobility and charging infrastructuresectors. 🔗 Learn more and become an exhibitor: LINK in the comments! 

☀️Solar Parks — Boosting Biodiversity on Agricultural Land 🌱 A new study, "Artenvielfalt im Solarpark", conducted by the Bundesverband Neue Energiewirtschaft (BNE), reveals that solar parks on agricultural land significantly contribute to biodiversity. With field studies across 30 solar parks in Germany and Denmark, it’s the world’s most extensive research on biodiversity in solar parks on agricultural land. 🔑 Key Findings Proper land management—such as mowing, gentle grazing and maintaining the soil — plays a crucial role in promoting biodiversity within solar parks. Solar parks, when well-maintained, could eliminate the need for expensive offset measures typically required for new PV projects, saving both money and land. The study documented over 100 species, including plants, birds, butterflies and mammals, showcasing the potential of solar parks to serve as valuable habitats in agricultural landscapes. 🌍 Next Steps  Experts argue that solar parks should be recognized as agricultural land, helping resolve the competition between agriculture and photovoltaics (PV), similar to the emerging concept of Agri-PV. Robert Busch, Bundesverband Neue Energiewirtschaft e.V. (bne) Managing Director, emphasizes that solar parks are not only crucial for renewable energy but also play an important role in strengthening biodiversity in heavily agricultural landscapes. The findings support the idea that solar parks can be a win-win for both clean energy and environmental conservation. 🙌🦋