FLEXECHARGE hello@flexecharge.com https://video.flexecharge.com en-us Visualplatform http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss FLEXECHARGE episodic no https://video.flexecharge.com/files/rv1.3/sitelogo.gif https://video.flexecharge.com http://video.flexecharge.com/local-flexibility-markets-what-cpos <p><p>Local flexibility markets are becoming essential as EV charging demand grows across Europe. In this highlight from <strong>Podcast #38</strong>, Philippe Vassilopoulos, Product Director at <strong>EPEX SPOT</strong>, explains how these markets differ from day-ahead and intraday trading — and why their <em>local nature</em> is crucial for Charge Point Operators (CPOs).</p><p>Philippe breaks down how grid operators use localized flexible assets, including EV chargers and batteries, to solve congestion at specific voltage levels and maintain balance within bidding zones. For CPOs, this shift opens new opportunities: participating in local flexibility platforms, reducing operational constraints, and tapping into emerging revenue streams.</p><p><strong>In this highlight, you’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why local flexibility markets have emerged in the last decade</p></li><li><p>How localized assets help solve grid congestion</p></li><li><p>The difference between local flex markets vs. day-ahead &amp; intraday markets</p></li><li><p>What this means for CPOs preparing for flexibility participation</p></li></ul><p>🎧 <strong>Watch the full podcast episode here:</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/local-flexibility-markets-what-cpos"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968558/119330213/7c1224ee82eae6d0f70157a46b8d27cb/standard/download-11-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/119330213 Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:51:37 GMT Local Flexibility Markets: What CPOs Need to Know | Podcast #38 Highlight Local flexibility markets are becoming essential as EV charging demand grows across Europe. In this highlight from Podcast #38, Philippe Vassilopoulos, Product Director at EPEX SPOT, explains how these markets differ from day-ahead and intraday trading — and why their local nature is crucial for Charge Point Operators (CPOs).Philippe breaks down how grid operators use localized flexible assets, including EV chargers and batteries, to solve congestion at specific voltage levels and maintain balance within bidding zones. For CPOs, this shift opens new opportunities: participating in local flexibility platforms, reducing operational constraints, and tapping into emerging revenue streams.In this highlight, you’ll learn:Why local flexibility markets have emerged in the last decadeHow localized assets help solve grid congestionThe difference between local flex markets vs. day-ahead intraday marketsWhat this means for CPOs preparing for flexibility participation🎧 Watch the full podcast episode here:https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast Local flexibility markets are becoming essential as EV charging demand grows across Europe. In this highlight from Podcast #38, Philippe Vassilopoulos, Product Director at EPEX SPOT, explains how these markets differ from day-ahead and intraday... FLEXECHARGE 01:07 <p><p>Local flexibility markets are becoming essential as EV charging demand grows across Europe. In this highlight from <strong>Podcast #38</strong>, Philippe Vassilopoulos, Product Director at <strong>EPEX SPOT</strong>, explains how these markets differ from day-ahead and intraday trading — and why their <em>local nature</em> is crucial for Charge Point Operators (CPOs).</p><p>Philippe breaks down how grid operators use localized flexible assets, including EV chargers and batteries, to solve congestion at specific voltage levels and maintain balance within bidding zones. For CPOs, this shift opens new opportunities: participating in local flexibility platforms, reducing operational constraints, and tapping into emerging revenue streams.</p><p><strong>In this highlight, you’ll learn:</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why local flexibility markets have emerged in the last decade</p></li><li><p>How localized assets help solve grid congestion</p></li><li><p>The difference between local flex markets vs. day-ahead &amp; intraday markets</p></li><li><p>What this means for CPOs preparing for flexibility participation</p></li></ul><p>🎧 <strong>Watch the full podcast episode here:</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/local-flexibility-markets-what-cpos"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968558/119330213/7c1224ee82eae6d0f70157a46b8d27cb/standard/download-11-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> bidding zones CPO strategies day-ahead markets distributed energy resources EPEX SPOT insights EU energy markets EV charging flexibility EV smart charging FLEXECHARGE flexibility services grid congestion management intraday markets local flexibility markets podcast highlights http://video.flexecharge.com/why-first-come-first-served-slows <p><p>In this highlight from The Charge Point Podcast #7, Zsuzsanna Pato from the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) unpacks how the “first come, first served” grid connection regime is shaping the future of EV charging infrastructure in Europe. She and Christophe Lephilibert discuss the growing gridlock crisis in markets like the Netherlands, the limitations of the current access model, and practical ways Charge Point Operators (CPOs) can overcome bottlenecks. Explore how distributed energy resources (DERs), grid-enhancing technologies, and smart flexibility platforms can help unlock new capacity and accelerate EV network growth. 🎙️ Listen to the full podcast: 👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/why-first-come-first-served-slows"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968558/117554980/884176a7967ec6dc0f7f66af91cce3d8/standard/download-17-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/117554980 Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT Why ‘First Come, First Served’ Slows EV Grid Access | Podcast #7 Highlight In this highlight from The Charge Point Podcast #7, Zsuzsanna Pato from the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) unpacks how the “first come, first served” grid connection regime is shaping the future of EV charging infrastructure in Europe. She and Christophe Lephilibert discuss the growing gridlock crisis in markets like the Netherlands, the limitations of the current access model, and practical ways Charge Point Operators (CPOs) can overcome bottlenecks. Explore how distributed energy resources (DERs), grid-enhancing technologies, and smart flexibility platforms can help unlock new capacity and accelerate EV network growth. 🎙️ Listen to the full podcast: 👉 https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast In this highlight from The Charge Point Podcast #7, Zsuzsanna Pato from the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) unpacks how the “first come, first served” grid connection regime is shaping the future of EV charging infrastructure in Europe. She... FLEXECHARGE 01:13 <p><p>In this highlight from The Charge Point Podcast #7, Zsuzsanna Pato from the Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP) unpacks how the “first come, first served” grid connection regime is shaping the future of EV charging infrastructure in Europe. She and Christophe Lephilibert discuss the growing gridlock crisis in markets like the Netherlands, the limitations of the current access model, and practical ways Charge Point Operators (CPOs) can overcome bottlenecks. Explore how distributed energy resources (DERs), grid-enhancing technologies, and smart flexibility platforms can help unlock new capacity and accelerate EV network growth. 🎙️ Listen to the full podcast: 👉 <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/why-first-come-first-served-slows"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968558/117554980/884176a7967ec6dc0f7f66af91cce3d8/standard/download-17-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> AFIR compliance charge point operators CPO compliance DERs distributed energy resources EU grid access EV charging first come first served grid-enhancing technologies grid flexibility gridlock RAP regulatory assistance project smart charging