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How CPOs Monetize EV Charging Flexibility |Podcast #48 Highlight

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:16:18 GMT

In this short, Jeff Knoepfli (Survoltage) explains the key steps CPOs need to take to monetize EV charging flexibility—and the data required to make it work.

As flexibility markets expand across Europe, accessing and structuring the right data becomes critical. Learn how CPOs can move from pilot projects to scalable revenue by combining smart control, aggregation, and energy market integration.

👉 Watch the full episode to explore flexibility markets in detail https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast

How BSPs Unlock EV Charging Flexibility Revenue | Podcast #48 Highlight

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:57:08 GMT

In this short, Jeff Knoepfli (Survoltage) explains how Balancing Service Providers (BSPs) enable EV charging flexibility and help CPOs unlock new revenue streams.

As Europe’s grids become more constrained and renewables increase, flexibility markets are turning charging infrastructure into active energy assets. Learn how aggregation, smart control, and real-time optimisation allow CPOs to monetise their operations across B2B and B2C use cases.

👉 Watch the full episode to go deeper into flexibility markets and EV charging https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast

AI-Powered Peak Shaving for Smart EV Charging (masterclass 11-no date)

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:34:01 GMT

A single power peak can define your entire monthly grid cost—and destroy your charging hub profitability.

In this webinar, FLEXECHARGE experts Christof Bussen (Product Strategist) and Robert Brehm (CTO) explain how AI-powered peak shaving helps Charge Point Operators (CPOs) reduce demand peaks by 20% or more—without impacting the charging experience.

👉 Why it matters:
Across Europe, grid fees are increasingly driven by peak demand—not average consumption. Whether in Germany (BNetzA), the Nordics, or the Netherlands, one uncontrolled spike can cost thousands per billing cycle.

This session goes beyond basic load management and shows how leading CPOs are shifting from static limits to real-time, AI-driven optimisation.

What you’ll learn

Why one peak can cost €2,000–€3,000 in a single billing cycle
How AI-powered peak shaving reduces peaks by 20–50%
The difference between peak capping and continuous optimisation
How tariff structures (EU, DACH, Nordics) impact your strategy
How BESS (battery storage) enhances peak shaving performance
How to improve EV charging profitability without reducing power delivery

From Cost Control to Competitive Advantage

Peak shaving is no longer just about avoiding penalties—it’s about building a scalable, grid-compliant EV charging business.

With solutions like HARMON-E, FLEXECHARGE enables CPOs to:

Stay compliant with EU AFIR and national grid regulations
Optimise energy usage in real time
Reduce operational costs and increase site profitability
Unlock flexibility revenues and future energy market participation

Join the webinar

📅 April 28, 11:00
👉 Save your spot and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage

👉 Join the live webinar and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage. Save your spot now.

Why CPOs Must Manage Energy, Not Just Charging | Podcast #46 Highlight

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:29:43 GMT

In this highlight from Episode 46 of The Charge Point Podcast, Christof from FLEXECHARGE explains how Charge Point Operators (CPOs) are evolving into active energy market participants.

As grids become more constrained and renewable energy penetration increases across Europe, CPOs must go beyond operating charging stations. They now need to manage loads, optimize energy consumption, integrate battery storage, and leverage renewables.

This shift unlocks new opportunities: CPOs can provide flexibility to the grid and participate in energy markets, creating additional revenue streams while supporting grid stability.

In markets shaped by EU AFIR and national regulations, this transition is becoming essential—not optional.

In this clip, you’ll learn:

Why CPOs are evolving into energy market participants
How grid constraints and renewables drive this shift
Why load management, storage, and optimization are critical
How flexibility services create new revenue opportunities

👉 Discover how FLEXECHARGE enables energy optimization and flexibility: https://www.flexecharge.com/products/optimise/flexbox

FLEXBOX Enables Faster, Plug & Play EV Charging | Podcast #46 Highlight

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:23:31 GMT

EV charging deployment doesn’t have to be complex—it can be plug-and-play.

In this highlight from Episode 46 of The Charge Point Podcast, Nicolas from FLEXECHARGE explains how FLEXBOX simplifies installation by requiring only a dedicated space in the transformer substation—making setup fast and standardized.

Once installed, CPOs can simply connect key components like charging stations, power meters, and networking via Ethernet, integrating everything into a unified load management system.

But the real advantage comes after installation.

With HARMON-E, FLEXECHARGE’s online platform, configuration and commissioning can be done remotely. This allows CPOs to separate installation from system setup, reducing on-site complexity and optimizing deployment workflows.

As EV infrastructure scales across Europe—especially in regulated markets like Germany under BNetzA and EU AFIR—solutions that enable plug-and-play installation and remote configuration are key to faster, more efficient rollouts.

In this clip, you’ll learn:

How FLEXBOX enables plug-and-play EV charging installation
Why only a transformer substation connection is needed
How Ethernet-based integration simplifies system setup
How HARMON-E allows remote configuration and commissioning
Why separating installation and configuration speeds up deployment

👉 Explore how FLEXECHARGE enables plug-and-play rollout with FLEXBOX: https://www.flexecharge.com/products/optimise/flexbox

FLEXBOX: From 3.5 Hours to 20 Min EV Setup | Podcast #46 Highlight

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:52:37 GMT

In this highlight from Episode 46 of The Charge Point Podcast, Nicolas from FLEXECHARGE shares a common scenario: while the physical installation can be done in around 20 minutes, CPOs often face up to 3.5 hours of network and integration issues.

The real bottleneck isn’t hardware—it’s networking, load management configuration, and DSO integration.

To solve this, FLEXECHARGE developed FLEXBOX: a standardized, one-size-fits-all cabinet that integrates networking, load management, and DSO interfaces into a single solution. This eliminates repetitive setup work and significantly reduces deployment time across sites.

As EV infrastructure scales across Europe—especially in complex markets like Germany under BNetzA and EU AFIR—reducing setup time is critical for faster, more predictable rollouts.

In this clip, you’ll learn:

Why EV charger installation takes 20 minutes—but setup takes hours
Where delays happen: networking, load management, and DSO integration
How FLEXBOX solves these bottlenecks with a standardized approach
How CPOs can reduce deployment time and scale more efficiently

👉 Explore how FLEXECHARGE simplifies installation with FLEXBOX: https://www.flexecharge.com/products/optimise/flexbox

INTERFACE Benelux Wrap-Up: Grid Constraints & BESS in EV Charging

Tue, 07 Apr 2026 13:09:12 GMT

At INTERFACE Benelux, FLEXECHARGE brought together CPOs, energy providers, and grid experts in Arnhem to share practical insights on EV infrastructure in the Netherlands and Belgium.

Discussions focused on grid constraints, connection delays, and how Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) can enable faster, more resilient charging deployments. Experts also explored flexibility markets in the Benelux and what is truly monetisable for operators.

With contributions from E.ON Drive, Eneco, Q8 Electric, Sungrow, and FLEXECHARGE, the event highlighted how collaboration and grid-aware load management are essential to scaling EV infrastructure.

As grid congestion becomes the main bottleneck across Benelux and wider Europe, CPOs must combine smart charging, BESS integration, and regulatory compliance (e.g., EU AFIR) to deploy cost-efficient, future-proof charging networks.

👉 Learn more about FLEXECHARGE solutions like HARMON-E and how we support scalable EV charging across Europe.

BESS for EV Charging: How E.ON Drive Deploys in Grid-Constrained Areas

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 09:15:33 GMT

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming a standard component of scalable EV charging infrastructure.

In this video, Yuchao Dong (Team Lead PM – Energy Management Solutions at E.ON Drive Infrastructure) explains how E.ON integrates batteries with chargers and the grid through advanced Energy Management Systems (EMS).

The key insight: BESS is not just about storage—it enables high-power EV charging deployment even in grid-constrained areas across Europe.

What you’ll learn:

How EMS orchestrates batteries, chargers, and grid interaction
Why BESS enables deployment in congested grid environments
How battery storage supports cost optimization through energy price arbitrage
Why flexibility from BESS creates competitive advantage for CPOs
How E.ON is scaling BESS-enabled charging (starting in the Netherlands and expanding across Europe)

As grid connection delays increase and electricity price volatility rises, especially under EU frameworks like AFIR and national constraints, combining grid supply with battery storage is becoming essential for future-proof EV infrastructure.

Yuchao highlights a key shift: batteries will become a standard asset in CPO portfolios—enabling resilience, flexibility, and faster deployment.

FLEXECHARGE supports this transition with solutions like HARMON-E, orchestrating energy flows between grid, chargers, and battery systems to unlock efficiency and compliance.

👉 Explore how FLEXECHARGE enables grid-aware EV charging https://www.flexecharge.com/

How Circle K Optimizes EV Charging Prices with Batteries | Podcast #22 Highlight

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:29:38 GMT

In this Podcast #22 highlight, Hallgeir Horne from Circle K explains how battery storage enables EV charging price optimization by shifting energy usage and reducing reliance on expensive peak electricity.

As electricity prices fluctuate across Europe and the Nordics, operators face increasing pressure to manage both grid constraints and energy costs. Battery systems play a key role in balancing demand and improving profitability.

This clip explores:

How battery storage enables energy price optimisation
Why shifting consumption away from peak hours reduces costs
How Circle K manages price volatility across EV charging sites
The connection between peak shaving, smart charging, and cost efficiency

For CPOs, fuel retailers, and energy providers, this is a real-world example of how to operate EV charging infrastructure efficiently in EU-regulated and grid-constrained markets (AFIR, national grid rules).

👉 Watch the full episode for deeper insights https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast

Battery Benefits: Peak Shaving & Cost Savings at Circle K | Podcast #22...

Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:21:56 GMT

In this Podcast #22 highlight, Hallgeir Horne from Circle K explains how battery storage and peak shaving are essential to making EV charging economically viable at scale.

As electricity prices fluctuate and grid constraints tighten across Europe (EU AFIR, Nordic markets), unmanaged charging can lead to high peak demand charges and rising operational costs.

This clip breaks down:

How battery storage reduces peak demand charges
Why peak shaving is critical for cost control in EV charging hubs
How smart energy management improves grid stability and site profitability
The role of load management in avoiding grid overload and penalties

Circle K’s approach shows how fuel retailers can transform forecourts into cost-efficient EV charging hubs, balancing power demand while maintaining a high-quality customer experience.

For CPOs and energy providers, this is a practical example of how to:

Lower operational costs
Optimize energy usage
Scale EV charging in grid-constrained environments across the EU and Nordics

👉 Watch the full episode for deeper insights

FLEXBOX DSO-Compliant EV Charging Launch at E-world

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 13:32:15 GMT

At E-World Essen, Jan Köster, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) of FLEXECHARGE, presents the official launch of the FLEXBOX — a smart charging controller built for DSO-compliant EV charging.

As EV infrastructure scales across Germany and Europe, charge point operators must comply with increasing DSO requirements while ensuring reliable and efficient site performance. FLEXBOX addresses this challenge directly.

In this short presentation, Jan explains how FLEXBOX enables:

DSO-compliant control of EV charging infrastructure
Dynamic load management across complex charging sites
Seamless integration with CPO backend systems
Scalable deployment for German and European markets

Presented live at one of Europe’s leading energy trade fairs, this launch highlights how FLEXECHARGE supports CPOs navigating regulatory frameworks while optimizing operational efficiency.

👉 Explore the FLEXBOX and learn how it enables compliant, scalable EV charging https://www.flexecharge.com/products/optimise/flexbox

Expected Impact of BESS on E.ON Drive’s HPC Expansion

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:31:12 GMT

In this short highlight, we explore the expected impact of BESS integration on E.ON Drive’s HPC rollout across Europe.

As grid congestion and capacity limits increasingly delay charging infrastructure projects, co-located BESS provides a structural advantage by:

• Accelerating site deployment without waiting for grid upgrades
• Increasing effective charging capacity under constrained connections
• Improving grid stability and operational resilience
• Supporting long-term scalability across multiple European markets

For large CPOs operating in Germany and across the EU, integrating BESS with intelligent energy management transforms charging hubs into flexible, future-ready energy assets.

The expected impact is clear: faster rollout, more predictable expansion, and improved infrastructure resilience in a grid-constrained Europe.

👉 Explore the full customer case https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/customer-cases/energy-optimization-and-bess-integration-for-e-on-drives-ev-charging-network

BESS for EV Charging: How E.ON Drive Scales HPC with FLEXECHARGE

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 12:02:17 GMT

Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are becoming a strategic enabler for scaling high-power EV charging in Europe.

In this short customer highlight, discover how E.ON Drive integrates co-located BESS with the FLEXECHARGE solution to accelerate HPC deployment despite grid congestion and limited connection capacity.

As EV adoption increases across Germany and other European markets, grid constraints and long DSO approval timelines often delay charging infrastructure expansion. BESS changes this dynamic by:

• Increasing available charging power without waiting for grid reinforcement
• Reducing peak demand and connection costs
• Stabilizing site performance under grid constraints
• Unlocking additional flexibility and energy optimization opportunities

Combined with intelligent load and energy management from FLEXECHARGE, BESS transforms high-power charging hubs into flexible energy assets rather than passive grid loads.

This architecture allows CPOs like E.ON Drive to scale faster while maintaining grid stability and operational reliability across Europe.

👉 Explore the full customer case https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/customer-cases/energy-optimization-and-bess-integration-for-e-on-drives-ev-charging-network

How Grid Bottlenecks Impact E.ON Drive’s EV Expansion

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 11:55:27 GMT

Grid congestion is becoming one of the biggest barriers to scaling high-power EV charging in Europe.

E.ON Drive operates more than 8,800 charge points across 11 European countries. As EV adoption accelerates, expanding high-power charging (HPC) infrastructure increasingly depends on available grid capacity and DSO approval processes.

In this short customer highlight, we explore:

• Why grid capacity limits delay EV charging expansion
• How high-power charging sites are affected by grid congestion
• Why waiting for grid reinforcement is often too slow and costly
• What this means for CPOs scaling across Germany and other EU markets

Across Europe, Distribution System Operators (DSOs) are facing rising demand, complex grid codes, and stricter control requirements. For large CPOs like E.ON Drive, navigating these constraints is now a strategic priority.

Understanding the grid challenge is essential for scaling EV infrastructure in a resilient and future-proof way.

👉 Explore the full customer case https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/customer-cases/energy-optimization-and-bess-integration-for-e-on-drives-ev-charging-network

Meet the FLEXECHARGE Team at Laadinfra Congress Belgium 2026

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 14:12:37 GMT

FLEXECHARGE is attending Congres Laadinfra in Belgium, the leading event for EV charging infrastructure, grid integration, and energy transition in the Benelux region.

At Laadinfra, industry leaders, CPOs, utilities, and policymakers come together to address the real challenges of scaling EV charging infrastructure in Belgium and across Europe. Topics include grid congestion, smart charging, load management, and regulatory alignment.

At FLEXECHARGE, we work closely with charge point operators and energy stakeholders to enable:

Smart EV charging with grid-aware load management
Compliance with local grid requirements
Scalable charging operations across European markets
Flexibility and energy optimization for public and commercial charging sites

📍 Meet us at Congres Laadinfra (Belgium)
Let’s talk about how smart charging and grid integration can accelerate EV infrastructure rollout without overloading the grid.

👉 Learn more about FLEXECHARGE solutions

Why CPOs Need Smart Load Management for Flexibility Access | Podcast #37...

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:40:29 GMT

In this highlight from Episode 37 – Monetizing Flexibility: How Flower Turns EV Charging Sites Into Valuable Grid Assets, My Näslund explains why load and energy management platforms—such as FLEXECHARGE HARMON-E—are critical enablers for participating in flexibility markets.

Instead of integrating separately with every charger brand or backend system, CPOs can connect once through a unified platform. This simplifies technical complexity, ensures consistent control signals, and enables operators to aggregate their charging assets for smart flexibility participation.

By providing real-time data, controllability, and interoperability across mixed hardware environments, HARMON-E allows CPOs to unlock grid-supportive value streams without extensive custom engineering.

This clip is essential for infrastructure owners, energy managers, and CPOs looking to streamline operations and tap into balancing markets through a scalable, platform-driven approach.

🔗 Explore more from FLEXECHARGE:
• Podcast homepage → https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast

• Learn how HARMON-E enables smart, grid-aware load control
• Customer cases on energy optimisation → https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/customer-cases

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