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/why-ev-charging-networks-need <p><p>In this highlight from Episode 51 of the FLEXECHARGE Podcast, recorded at INTERFACE Nordics in Copenhagen, Daniel Bogdanoski shares why Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are rapidly becoming a necessity for Charge Point Operators (CPOs).</p><p>As EV charging networks mature, the focus is shifting from deployment to optimization. Daniel explains how batteries, smart energy management, and flexibility services can help operators maintain high charging performance, improve customer experience, and unlock new business opportunities.</p><p>The conversation explores how CPOs are evolving from simply operating charging stations to managing energy hubs. With growing charging demand, grid constraints, and the rise of heavy-duty vehicle electrification, optimization is becoming a key factor for future success.</p><p>Key topics:<br>• Why BESS is becoming a necessity for EV charging sites<br>• How batteries help guarantee charging performance<br>• The transition from charging stations to energy hubs<br>• Flexibility services and new revenue opportunities<br>• The role of collaboration in scaling heavy-duty EV charging<br>• The future of energy optimization in the Nordic EV market</p><p>Watch the full Episode 51 to hear perspectives from across the EV charging ecosystem on batteries, flexibility, grid constraints, and the next phase of charging infrastructure.</p><p>Explore FLEXECHARGE solutions:<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com">https://www.flexecharge.com</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/why-ev-charging-networks-need"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968575/128052138/8b527cb35a3933bd646c0396b0286b32/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="480" height="480"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/128052138 Thu, 04 Jun 2026 16:00:20 GMT Why EV Charging Networks Need Batteries and Flexibility | Podcast #51 Highlight In this highlight from Episode 51 of the FLEXECHARGE Podcast, recorded at INTERFACE Nordics in Copenhagen, Daniel Bogdanoski shares why Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are rapidly becoming a necessity for Charge Point Operators (CPOs).As EV charging networks mature, the focus is shifting from deployment to optimization. Daniel explains how batteries, smart energy management, and flexibility services can help operators maintain high charging performance, improve customer experience, and unlock new business opportunities.The conversation explores how CPOs are evolving from simply operating charging stations to managing energy hubs. With growing charging demand, grid constraints, and the rise of heavy-duty vehicle electrification, optimization is becoming a key factor for future success.Key topics:• Why BESS is becoming a necessity for EV charging sites• How batteries help guarantee charging performance• The transition from charging stations to energy hubs• Flexibility services and new revenue opportunities• The role of collaboration in scaling heavy-duty EV charging• The future of energy optimization in the Nordic EV marketWatch the full Episode 51 to hear perspectives from across the EV charging ecosystem on batteries, flexibility, grid constraints, and the next phase of charging infrastructure.Explore FLEXECHARGE solutions:https://www.flexecharge.com In this highlight from Episode 51 of the FLEXECHARGE Podcast, recorded at INTERFACE Nordics in Copenhagen, Daniel Bogdanoski shares why Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are rapidly becoming a necessity for Charge Point Operators (CPOs).As EV... FLEXECHARGE 00:45 <p><p>In this highlight from Episode 51 of the FLEXECHARGE Podcast, recorded at INTERFACE Nordics in Copenhagen, Daniel Bogdanoski shares why Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) are rapidly becoming a necessity for Charge Point Operators (CPOs).</p><p>As EV charging networks mature, the focus is shifting from deployment to optimization. Daniel explains how batteries, smart energy management, and flexibility services can help operators maintain high charging performance, improve customer experience, and unlock new business opportunities.</p><p>The conversation explores how CPOs are evolving from simply operating charging stations to managing energy hubs. With growing charging demand, grid constraints, and the rise of heavy-duty vehicle electrification, optimization is becoming a key factor for future success.</p><p>Key topics:<br>• Why BESS is becoming a necessity for EV charging sites<br>• How batteries help guarantee charging performance<br>• The transition from charging stations to energy hubs<br>• Flexibility services and new revenue opportunities<br>• The role of collaboration in scaling heavy-duty EV charging<br>• The future of energy optimization in the Nordic EV market</p><p>Watch the full Episode 51 to hear perspectives from across the EV charging ecosystem on batteries, flexibility, grid constraints, and the next phase of charging infrastructure.</p><p>Explore FLEXECHARGE solutions:<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com">https://www.flexecharge.com</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/why-ev-charging-networks-need"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968575/128052138/8b527cb35a3933bd646c0396b0286b32/standard/download-8-thumbnail.jpg" width="480" height="480"/></a></p> battery backed charging battery energy storage system BESS charge point operator charging infrastructure CPO energy hubs energy management EV charging EV charging business model EV charging network EV charging optimization EV charging Sweden FLEXECHARGE FLEXECHARGE podcast flexibility markets grid constraints grid flexibility heavy duty charging INTERFACE Nordics load management Nordic EV market OKQ8 podcast highlight smart charging http://video.flexecharge.com/smart-battery-integration-for <p><p>In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Joost de Meester from Intercel explains why battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a core component of modern fast EV charging infrastructure.</p><p>Discover how batteries help Charge Point Operators overcome grid connection limitations, support high-power charging demand, and accelerate deployment timelines for new charging hubs. Joost also shares why battery-backed charging is not only about adding capacity, but about creating more flexible, resilient, and future-proof EV infrastructure.</p><p>As EV adoption continues to grow across Europe, integrating battery storage with charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly important for maintaining charging performance while managing grid congestion and energy costs.</p><p>🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode<br>⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions<br>🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/smart-battery-integration-for"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968566/127763003/569bb3d397241692fc171673f9710443/standard/download-10-thumbnail.jpg" width="480" height="480"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/127763003 Tue, 26 May 2026 15:16:08 GMT Smart Battery Integration for Reliable EV Charging | Podcast #50 Highlight In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Joost de Meester from Intercel explains why battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a core component of modern fast EV charging infrastructure.Discover how batteries help Charge Point Operators overcome grid connection limitations, support high-power charging demand, and accelerate deployment timelines for new charging hubs. Joost also shares why battery-backed charging is not only about adding capacity, but about creating more flexible, resilient, and future-proof EV infrastructure.As EV adoption continues to grow across Europe, integrating battery storage with charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly important for maintaining charging performance while managing grid congestion and energy costs.🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Joost de Meester from Intercel explains why battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a core component of modern fast EV charging infrastructure.Discover how batteries... FLEXECHARGE 00:48 <p><p>In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Joost de Meester from Intercel explains why battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a core component of modern fast EV charging infrastructure.</p><p>Discover how batteries help Charge Point Operators overcome grid connection limitations, support high-power charging demand, and accelerate deployment timelines for new charging hubs. Joost also shares why battery-backed charging is not only about adding capacity, but about creating more flexible, resilient, and future-proof EV infrastructure.</p><p>As EV adoption continues to grow across Europe, integrating battery storage with charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly important for maintaining charging performance while managing grid congestion and energy costs.</p><p>🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode<br>⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions<br>🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/smart-battery-integration-for"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968566/127763003/569bb3d397241692fc171673f9710443/standard/download-10-thumbnail.jpg" width="480" height="480"/></a></p> battery-backed charging battery energy storage system BESS Charge Point Podcast charging infrastructure energy management European EV market EV charging EV charging scalability fast charging infrastructure FLEXECHARGE grid congestion grid flexibility high-power charging HPC charging Intercel Joost de Meester peak shaving Podcast Highlight smart charging http://video.flexecharge.com/how-q8-electric-delivers-reliable <p><p>In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Geert de Mil from Q8 Electric explains why customer experience is the foundation of battery-backed EV charging infrastructure.</p><p>Discover how Q8 Electric uses battery energy storage systems (BESS) to improve uptime, charging reliability, and predictability for EV drivers while accelerating the rollout of high-power charging (HPC) sites across the Benelux region. Geert also shares how batteries help reduce dependency on large and expensive grid connections, enabling faster deployment and better long-term return on investment.</p><p>The discussion highlights why scalable EV charging infrastructure in Europe increasingly depends on smart battery integration to overcome grid limitations while maintaining high-quality service for customers.</p><p>🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode<br>⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions<br>🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/how-q8-electric-delivers-reliable"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968580/127761951/3e83d0f07045f98d0b3a8373f92b9593/standard/download-9-thumbnail.jpg" width="480" height="480"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/127761951 Tue, 26 May 2026 15:04:54 GMT How Q8 Electric Delivers Reliable HPC Charging | Podcast #50 Highlight In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Geert de Mil from Q8 Electric explains why customer experience is the foundation of battery-backed EV charging infrastructure.Discover how Q8 Electric uses battery energy storage systems (BESS) to improve uptime, charging reliability, and predictability for EV drivers while accelerating the rollout of high-power charging (HPC) sites across the Benelux region. Geert also shares how batteries help reduce dependency on large and expensive grid connections, enabling faster deployment and better long-term return on investment.The discussion highlights why scalable EV charging infrastructure in Europe increasingly depends on smart battery integration to overcome grid limitations while maintaining high-quality service for customers.🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Geert de Mil from Q8 Electric explains why customer experience is the foundation of battery-backed EV charging infrastructure.Discover how Q8 Electric uses battery energy... FLEXECHARGE 01:26 <p><p>In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Geert de Mil from Q8 Electric explains why customer experience is the foundation of battery-backed EV charging infrastructure.</p><p>Discover how Q8 Electric uses battery energy storage systems (BESS) to improve uptime, charging reliability, and predictability for EV drivers while accelerating the rollout of high-power charging (HPC) sites across the Benelux region. Geert also shares how batteries help reduce dependency on large and expensive grid connections, enabling faster deployment and better long-term return on investment.</p><p>The discussion highlights why scalable EV charging infrastructure in Europe increasingly depends on smart battery integration to overcome grid limitations while maintaining high-quality service for customers.</p><p>🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode<br>⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions<br>🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/how-q8-electric-delivers-reliable"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968580/127761951/3e83d0f07045f98d0b3a8373f92b9593/standard/download-9-thumbnail.jpg" width="480" height="480"/></a></p> battery-backed charging battery energy storage system BESS Charge Point Podcast charging infrastructure energy management European EV market EV charging EV charging scalability fast charging infrastructure FLEXECHARGE grid congestion grid flexibility high-power charging HPC charging Intercel Joost de Meester peak shaving Podcast Highlight smart charging http://video.flexecharge.com/the-biggest-software-challenge-in <p><p>In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Joost de Meester from Intercel explains one of the biggest technical challenges behind battery-backed EV charging infrastructure: managing power flows in real time.</p><p>Discover why high-power charging sites require ultra-fast coordination between the EV, battery system, grid connection, and energy management system (EMS). Joost explains how sudden charging interruptions create complex balancing challenges and why software orchestration and response times are critical for stable, efficient operation.</p><p>The conversation highlights how the future of fast EV charging depends not only on batteries themselves, but on smart digital integration that enables resilient, scalable, and grid-friendly charging infrastructure across Europe.</p><p>🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode<br>⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions<br>🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/the-biggest-software-challenge-in"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968579/127761265/1b2153248dd7e33e3d624027fcf21093/standard/download-12-thumbnail.jpg" width="480" height="480"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/127761265 Tue, 26 May 2026 14:49:15 GMT The Biggest Software Challenge in Battery-Backed EV Charging | Podcast #50... In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Joost de Meester from Intercel explains one of the biggest technical challenges behind battery-backed EV charging infrastructure: managing power flows in real time.Discover why high-power charging sites require ultra-fast coordination between the EV, battery system, grid connection, and energy management system (EMS). Joost explains how sudden charging interruptions create complex balancing challenges and why software orchestration and response times are critical for stable, efficient operation.The conversation highlights how the future of fast EV charging depends not only on batteries themselves, but on smart digital integration that enables resilient, scalable, and grid-friendly charging infrastructure across Europe.🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Joost de Meester from Intercel explains one of the biggest technical challenges behind battery-backed EV charging infrastructure: managing power flows in real time.Discover why... FLEXECHARGE 00:54 <p><p>In this podcast highlight from Episode 50 of the Charge Point Podcast, Joost de Meester from Intercel explains one of the biggest technical challenges behind battery-backed EV charging infrastructure: managing power flows in real time.</p><p>Discover why high-power charging sites require ultra-fast coordination between the EV, battery system, grid connection, and energy management system (EMS). Joost explains how sudden charging interruptions create complex balancing challenges and why software orchestration and response times are critical for stable, efficient operation.</p><p>The conversation highlights how the future of fast EV charging depends not only on batteries themselves, but on smart digital integration that enables resilient, scalable, and grid-friendly charging infrastructure across Europe.</p><p>🎧 Watch the full Charge Point Podcast episode<br>⚡ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging and energy optimisation solutions<br>🔔 Subscribe for more EV charging and grid flexibility insights</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/the-biggest-software-challenge-in"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968579/127761265/1b2153248dd7e33e3d624027fcf21093/standard/download-12-thumbnail.jpg" width="480" height="480"/></a></p> battery-backed charging battery energy storage system BESS Charge Point Podcast charging infrastructure EMS energy management energy management system energy orchestration European EV market EV charging EV charging scalability EV charging software fast charging infrastructure FLEXECHARGE grid balancing grid congestion grid flexibility high-power charging HPC charging Intercel Joost de Meester peak shaving Podcast Highlight power management smart charging http://video.flexecharge.com/the-grid-challenge-behind-europes <p><p>In this Podcast Highlight from Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Maarten Staats explains why grid expansion is becoming essential for the future of EV charging and new energy technologies.</p><p>More electrification means more cables, more transformers, and more grid capacity. Without major infrastructure upgrades, developers and Charge Point Operators (CPOs) may struggle to scale charging networks and deploy new projects.</p><p>This conversation highlights why grid limitations are becoming a critical strategic challenge across Europe’s energy and mobility sectors.</p><p>🎧 Full episode:&nbsp;<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/the-grid-challenge-behind-europes"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968568/127144891/ab5a6688598b145f23f0f116c246b0ff/standard/download-12-thumbnail.jpg" width="270" height="480"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/127144891 Wed, 13 May 2026 13:18:15 GMT The Grid Challenge Behind Europe’s Energy Transition | Podcast Highlight #49 In this Podcast Highlight from Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Maarten Staats explains why grid expansion is becoming essential for the future of EV charging and new energy technologies.More electrification means more cables, more transformers, and more grid capacity. Without major infrastructure upgrades, developers and Charge Point Operators (CPOs) may struggle to scale charging networks and deploy new projects.This conversation highlights why grid limitations are becoming a critical strategic challenge across Europe’s energy and mobility sectors.🎧 Full episode:https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast In this Podcast Highlight from Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Maarten Staats explains why grid expansion is becoming essential for the future of EV charging and new energy technologies.More electrification means more cables, more... FLEXECHARGE 00:53 <p><p>In this Podcast Highlight from Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Maarten Staats explains why grid expansion is becoming essential for the future of EV charging and new energy technologies.</p><p>More electrification means more cables, more transformers, and more grid capacity. Without major infrastructure upgrades, developers and Charge Point Operators (CPOs) may struggle to scale charging networks and deploy new projects.</p><p>This conversation highlights why grid limitations are becoming a critical strategic challenge across Europe’s energy and mobility sectors.</p><p>🎧 Full episode:&nbsp;<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/the-grid-challenge-behind-europes"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968568/127144891/ab5a6688598b145f23f0f116c246b0ff/standard/download-12-thumbnail.jpg" width="270" height="480"/></a></p> Charge Point Podcast Charging Infrastructure CPO Electricity Demand Electric Vehicles Electrification E-mobility Energy Infrastructure Energy Transition Europe EV EV Adoption EV Charging EV Charging Infrastructure EV Infrastructure Grid Capacity Grid Congestion Grid Expansion Maarten Staats Power Grid Renewable Energy Smart Charging Sustainable Energy Transformers http://video.flexecharge.com/grid-congestion-is-becoming-a <p><p>Grid congestion is no longer just a Dutch issue — it’s becoming a Europe-wide challenge for EV charging infrastructure.</p><p>In this short clip from Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Maarten Staats explains how discovering grid capacity maps from France, Belgium, and other countries revealed a much bigger reality: transport scarcity and grid congestion are affecting EV infrastructure deployment across Europe.</p><p>As Charge Point Operators (CPOs) expand charging networks, understanding grid limitations is becoming essential for site planning, scalability, and future growth.</p><p>🎧 Full episode:&nbsp;<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/grid-congestion-is-becoming-a"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968559/127144890/2426abefb9cd6f164f9c125ccb4276d3/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="270" height="480"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/127144890 Wed, 13 May 2026 13:04:42 GMT Grid Congestion Is Becoming a Europe-Wide EV Charging Problem | Podcast... Grid congestion is no longer just a Dutch issue — it’s becoming a Europe-wide challenge for EV charging infrastructure.In this short clip from Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Maarten Staats explains how discovering grid capacity maps from France, Belgium, and other countries revealed a much bigger reality: transport scarcity and grid congestion are affecting EV infrastructure deployment across Europe.As Charge Point Operators (CPOs) expand charging networks, understanding grid limitations is becoming essential for site planning, scalability, and future growth.🎧 Full episode:https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast Grid congestion is no longer just a Dutch issue — it’s becoming a Europe-wide challenge for EV charging infrastructure.In this short clip from Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Maarten Staats explains how discovering grid capacity maps from... FLEXECHARGE 00:53 <p><p>Grid congestion is no longer just a Dutch issue — it’s becoming a Europe-wide challenge for EV charging infrastructure.</p><p>In this short clip from Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Maarten Staats explains how discovering grid capacity maps from France, Belgium, and other countries revealed a much bigger reality: transport scarcity and grid congestion are affecting EV infrastructure deployment across Europe.</p><p>As Charge Point Operators (CPOs) expand charging networks, understanding grid limitations is becoming essential for site planning, scalability, and future growth.</p><p>🎧 Full episode:&nbsp;<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/grid-congestion-is-becoming-a"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968559/127144890/2426abefb9cd6f164f9c125ccb4276d3/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="270" height="480"/></a></p> Charge Point Podcast Charging Infrastructure CPO Electric Vehicles E-mobility Energy Infrastructure European Energy Grid Europe EV EV Charging EV Network Expansion Grid Capacity Grid Capacity Maps Grid Congestion Smart Charging Transport Scarcity http://video.flexecharge.com/why-the-netherlands-leads-europe-in <p><p>Grid congestion is already impacting the future of EV charging infrastructure across Europe — and many Charge Point Operators (CPOs) are feeling the effects firsthand.<br></p><p>In Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Christophe speaks with Maarten Staats, creator of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://GridCapacityMaps.eu">GridCapacityMaps.eu</a>, to break down what grid congestion actually means in practice.<br></p><p>Why are EV charging projects stuck in connection queues? Is the electricity grid really “full”? And how can CPOs better navigate capacity limitations when planning new charging sites?<br></p><p>This episode is essential listening for EV charging operators, infrastructure investors, energy professionals, utilities, and anyone involved in Europe’s e-mobility transition.<br></p><p>🎧 Listen to the full 30-minute episode:&nbsp;&nbsp;<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-the-netherlands-leads-europe-in"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968576/127144889/5a32615cd0771cfa47ee1e4a3736e7f9/standard/download-12-thumbnail.jpg" width="270" height="480"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/127144889 Wed, 13 May 2026 12:57:19 GMT Why the Netherlands Leads Europe in EV Adoption & Charging Infrastructure |... Grid congestion is already impacting the future of EV charging infrastructure across Europe — and many Charge Point Operators (CPOs) are feeling the effects firsthand.In Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Christophe speaks with Maarten Staats, creator of GridCapacityMaps.eu, to break down what grid congestion actually means in practice.Why are EV charging projects stuck in connection queues? Is the electricity grid really “full”? And how can CPOs better navigate capacity limitations when planning new charging sites?This episode is essential listening for EV charging operators, infrastructure investors, energy professionals, utilities, and anyone involved in Europe’s e-mobility transition.🎧 Listen to the full 30-minute episode:https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast Grid congestion is already impacting the future of EV charging infrastructure across Europe — and many Charge Point Operators (CPOs) are feeling the effects firsthand.In Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Christophe speaks with Maarten... FLEXECHARGE 00:41 <p><p>Grid congestion is already impacting the future of EV charging infrastructure across Europe — and many Charge Point Operators (CPOs) are feeling the effects firsthand.<br></p><p>In Episode 49 of the Charge Point Podcast, Christophe speaks with Maarten Staats, creator of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://GridCapacityMaps.eu">GridCapacityMaps.eu</a>, to break down what grid congestion actually means in practice.<br></p><p>Why are EV charging projects stuck in connection queues? Is the electricity grid really “full”? And how can CPOs better navigate capacity limitations when planning new charging sites?<br></p><p>This episode is essential listening for EV charging operators, infrastructure investors, energy professionals, utilities, and anyone involved in Europe’s e-mobility transition.<br></p><p>🎧 Listen to the full 30-minute episode:&nbsp;&nbsp;<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-the-netherlands-leads-europe-in"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968576/127144889/5a32615cd0771cfa47ee1e4a3736e7f9/standard/download-12-thumbnail.jpg" width="270" height="480"/></a></p> Charge Point Podcast Charging Infrastructure CPO Electric Vehicles E-mobility Energy Transition Europe EV EV Adoption EV Charging #EVCharging #Netherlands #ElectricVehicles #GridCongestion #EVInfrastructure #ChargePointPodcast #EnergyTransition #SmartCharging #EVAdoption #CPO #GridCapacity #Emobility #EuropeEV #ChargingInfrastructure #FutureOfEnergy EV Infrastructure Future of Energy Grid Capacity Grid Congestion Netherlands Smart Charging http://video.flexecharge.com/how-peak-shaving-works-in-ev <p><p>In this webinar highlight, Christof Bussen, Product Strategist at FLEXECHARGE, explains how peak shaving actually works in EV charging environments, beyond traditional static load management.<br></p><p>Using a real charging demand example, he explains how Charge Point Operators (CPOs) can temporarily exceed peak limits during charging sessions while still keeping the average demand below the defined peak shaving threshold at the end of the billing window.<br></p><p>The session highlights why billing windows matter, how average demand impacts grid fees, and why intelligent peak shaving gives operators more flexibility without unnecessarily reducing charging performance.<br></p><p>Learn how advanced energy optimisation helps CPOs lower demand charges, improve charging throughput, and better manage constrained grid capacity across European EV charging markets.<br></p><p>👉 Watch the full webinar replay&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/peak-shaving-mastery-from-cost-control-to-competitive-advantage">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/peak-shaving-mastery-from-cost-control-to-competitive-advantage</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/how-peak-shaving-works-in-ev"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968558/126834705/57344cc04c8d9d8d2adef817d06b30db/standard/download-11-thumbnail.jpg" width="600" height="338"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/126834705 Wed, 06 May 2026 09:24:25 GMT How Peak Shaving Works in EV Charging | Webinar Highlight In this webinar highlight, Christof Bussen, Product Strategist at FLEXECHARGE, explains how peak shaving actually works in EV charging environments, beyond traditional static load management.Using a real charging demand example, he explains how Charge Point Operators (CPOs) can temporarily exceed peak limits during charging sessions while still keeping the average demand below the defined peak shaving threshold at the end of the billing window.The session highlights why billing windows matter, how average demand impacts grid fees, and why intelligent peak shaving gives operators more flexibility without unnecessarily reducing charging performance.Learn how advanced energy optimisation helps CPOs lower demand charges, improve charging throughput, and better manage constrained grid capacity across European EV charging markets.👉 Watch the full webinar replayhttps://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/peak-shaving-mastery-from-cost-control-to-competitive-advantage In this webinar highlight, Christof Bussen, Product Strategist at FLEXECHARGE, explains how peak shaving actually works in EV charging environments, beyond traditional static load management.Using a real charging demand example, he explains how... FLEXECHARGE 00:45 <p><p>In this webinar highlight, Christof Bussen, Product Strategist at FLEXECHARGE, explains how peak shaving actually works in EV charging environments, beyond traditional static load management.<br></p><p>Using a real charging demand example, he explains how Charge Point Operators (CPOs) can temporarily exceed peak limits during charging sessions while still keeping the average demand below the defined peak shaving threshold at the end of the billing window.<br></p><p>The session highlights why billing windows matter, how average demand impacts grid fees, and why intelligent peak shaving gives operators more flexibility without unnecessarily reducing charging performance.<br></p><p>Learn how advanced energy optimisation helps CPOs lower demand charges, improve charging throughput, and better manage constrained grid capacity across European EV charging markets.<br></p><p>👉 Watch the full webinar replay&nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/peak-shaving-mastery-from-cost-control-to-competitive-advantage">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/peak-shaving-mastery-from-cost-control-to-competitive-advantage</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/how-peak-shaving-works-in-ev"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968558/126834705/57344cc04c8d9d8d2adef817d06b30db/standard/download-11-thumbnail.jpg" width="600" height="338"/></a></p> billing window charging infrastructure CPO optimisation demand charge reduction dynamic load management energy optimisation EV charging EV charging demand peaks EV charging profitability FLEXECHARGE grid-aware charging how peak shaving works peak shaving smart charging webinarhighlight http://video.flexecharge.com/the-secret-behind-997-uptime-in <p><p>Reliability isn’t optional when charging electric trucks. In this highlight from The Charge Point Podcast #33, Christophe Lephilibert speaks with Mike Lazelle, Co-founder and Chief Grid Officer at Kwetta, about how their ultra-reliable platform achieves 99.7% uptime across 16 sites in Australia and New Zealand. Discover why every hardware component and software layer must be optimized end-to-end to reach critical infrastructure-grade reliability — a must for heavy-duty transport electrification. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode: 👉 <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/the-secret-behind-997-uptime-in"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968559/117553542/7e4ddb88178a450dae3a5106424f0b08/standard/download-10-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/117553542 Tue, 21 Oct 2025 13:15:00 GMT The Secret Behind 99.7% Uptime in Heavy-Duty EV Charging | Podcast #33 Highlight Reliability isn’t optional when charging electric trucks. In this highlight from The Charge Point Podcast #33, Christophe Lephilibert speaks with Mike Lazelle, Co-founder and Chief Grid Officer at Kwetta, about how their ultra-reliable platform achieves 99.7% uptime across 16 sites in Australia and New Zealand. Discover why every hardware component and software layer must be optimized end-to-end to reach critical infrastructure-grade reliability — a must for heavy-duty transport electrification. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode: 👉 https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast Reliability isn’t optional when charging electric trucks. In this highlight from The Charge Point Podcast #33, Christophe Lephilibert speaks with Mike Lazelle, Co-founder and Chief Grid Officer at Kwetta, about how their ultra-reliable platform... FLEXECHARGE 00:59 <p><p>Reliability isn’t optional when charging electric trucks. In this highlight from The Charge Point Podcast #33, Christophe Lephilibert speaks with Mike Lazelle, Co-founder and Chief Grid Officer at Kwetta, about how their ultra-reliable platform achieves 99.7% uptime across 16 sites in Australia and New Zealand. Discover why every hardware component and software layer must be optimized end-to-end to reach critical infrastructure-grade reliability — a must for heavy-duty transport electrification. 🎙️ Listen to the full episode: 👉 <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/the-secret-behind-997-uptime-in"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968559/117553542/7e4ddb88178a450dae3a5106424f0b08/standard/download-10-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> charge point operators charging infrastructure EV charging fleet depots grid support heavy transport electrification Kwetta smart charging uptime reliability