In Episode 52 of the Charge Point Podcast, FLEXECHARGE sits down with Lars Herre, Flexibility Portfolio Lead at Fortum, to explore why EV charging is evolving beyond simply selling kilowatt-hours.

As Europe's EV market continues to grow, Charge Point Operators (CPOs) face increasing pressure from grid constraints, rising power demand, and volatile energy markets. The ability to provide flexibility services is quickly becoming a competitive advantage.

This episode examines how demand response, battery energy storage systems (BESS), Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), and smart energy management can help CPOs create new revenue streams while contributing to a more resilient electricity system.

In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why flexibility is becoming a key business opportunity for CPOs
• How demand response can balance risk and revenue in energy markets
• The role of batteries in optimizing EV charging operations
• What V2G means for the future of charging infrastructure
• How CPOs can participate in flexibility and ancillary service markets
• Why grid-aware charging is essential for scaling EV infrastructure across Europe

Whether you're a CPO, utility, energy provider, or EV charging professional, this conversation provides valuable insights into the next phase of the EV charging industry.

Explore how FLEXECHARGE helps operators optimize charging infrastructure with intelligent load, energy, and grid management:

• Learn more about HARMON-E
• Discover FLEXECHARGE smart charging solutions
• Explore EV charging flexibility use cases and customer success stories

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