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How Portugal Is Reshaping EV Charging Infrastructure

Tue, 12 May 2026 15:21:49 GMT

In this interview, Kasper Daugaard, Head of Market at FLEXECHARGE, speaks with Manuel Fernandes, Co-Founder of Amp Assist, about the transformation of EV charging infrastructure in Portugal and the wider Southern European market.

They explore:

Portugal’s transition away from the MOBI.E model
The impact of AFIR on charging operators
Why battery-supported charging is becoming critical
Grid flexibility and peak shaving opportunities
Renewable energy integration for EV charging
Key differences between Nordic and Southern European EV markets

The discussion provides practical insights for:

Charge Point Operators (CPOs)
Energy companies
Fleet operators
EV infrastructure investors
Smart charging stakeholders

Learn how smarter load management and grid-aware charging strategies can help operators scale EV infrastructure while reducing grid constraints and energy costs.

▶ Explore FLEXECHARGE smart charging solutions: https://www.flexecharge.com/

EV Nordic Summit: Norway’s Grid Challenges for CPOs

Tue, 12 May 2026 15:21:44 GMT

At the EV Nordic Summit, Kasper Daugaard (Head of Market at FLEXECHARGE) and Christian Clausen (Business Development Manager at FLEXECHARGE) discuss how Norwegian CPOs are addressing grid constraints with battery storage, peak shaving, and smart energy management.

Learn why smart charging and flexibility services are becoming essential for scaling EV infrastructure efficiently across the Nordics and Europe.

Topics covered:

Grid limitations for EV charging sites
Battery storage vs. transformer upgrades
Peak shaving for CPO profitability
Smart charging and flexibility markets

▶ Explore FLEXECHARGE solutions: https://flexecharge.com

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

BSP Market Trends in EV Charging | Podcast #48 Highlight

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:10:18 GMT

In this short, Jeff Knoepfli (Survoltage) breaks down whether EV charging flexibility markets are consolidating or opening up to new BSP players.

As flexibility becomes essential across Europe, the BSP landscape is evolving fast. Learn what this means for CPOs, how competition is shaping the market, and where new opportunities are emerging.

👉 Watch the full episode to understand flexibility markets in depth 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

What Causes Grid Congestion in EV Charging Networks | Podcast #47 Highlight

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 10:41:39 GMT

In this highlight from Episode 47 of The Charge Point Podcast, Mike (CEO of Kwetta) explains why grid congestion goes far beyond simple thermal limits. It’s not just about cables overheating—it’s about voltage stability, reactive power, and grid security.

For Charge Point Operators (CPOs), energy providers, and infrastructure planners, this changes everything. Solving congestion requires multi-dimensional energy management, not just upgrading capacity.

As EV adoption accelerates across Europe—especially under frameworks like EU AFIR and national grid regulations—understanding these deeper grid dynamics is critical to building scalable, compliant charging networks.

What You’ll Learn in This Highlight:

Why grid congestion is not just a thermal issue
The role of voltage stability in EV charging performance
How reactive power impacts grid reliability
Why holistic energy solutions are key for future CPO operations

Why It Matters
Without addressing these hidden grid constraints, EV charging expansion will face delays, higher costs, and operational risks—especially in grid-constrained regions like DACH and the Nordics.

👉 Watch the full episode to explore grid-aware EV charging strategies

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

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 E.ON Drive Uses BESS to Overcome Grid Congestion

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 14:14:53 GMT

Grid congestion is one of the biggest barriers to scaling high-power EV charging in Europe. For large charge point operators like E.ON Drive Infrastructure, waiting for grid reinforcements can delay projects for years and significantly increase costs.

In this customer case, E.ON Drive explains how Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) enable faster deployment of high-power charging (HPC) stations—without waiting for costly and slow grid upgrades. By co-locating batteries with charging infrastructure, E.ON Drive can expand into grid-constrained areas while improving resilience and cost control.

The video features insights from Yuchao Dong, Team Lead PM – Energy Management Solutions at E.ON Drive Infrastructure, who shares why a reliable Energy Management System (EMS) is critical to making BESS work in real-world operations.

Using FLEXECHARGE EMS, E.ON Drive optimizes charging and battery usage based on grid conditions and electricity price fluctuations, turning flexibility into a competitive advantage. The result is faster rollouts, improved utilization, and a future-proof fast-charging network designed for Europe’s evolving grid landscape.

What you’ll learn in this customer case:

-Why grid congestion slows EV charging rollouts across Europe

-How co-located BESS enables HPC without grid reinforcements

-Why EMS is essential for managing batteries and chargers together

-How flexibility and energy optimization improve cost competitiveness

-What scalable, grid-ready charging infrastructure looks like in practice

👉 Explore FLEXECHARGE solutions: https://www.flexecharge.com/high-power-charging-hubs

What Happens Before the FLEXBOX Webinar Goes Live (bloopers)

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:30:53 GMT

The best CPOs don’t reinvent deployments. They standardise.

This short promo gives you a behind-the-scenes glimpse of the upcoming FLEXBOX live webinar — including a few bloopers — while highlighting why grid control compliance in Germany and Austria is one of the biggest blockers to scaling EV charging today.

In this webinar, FLEXECHARGE introduces FLEXBOX, a plug-and-play hardware unit designed to help CPOs standardise deployments, simplify grid control compliance, and reduce operational friction across sites.

If you’re building or scaling EV charging infrastructure in Germany or Austria, this session will show how standardisation becomes the foundation for operational excellence, flexibility, and future VPP readiness.

🗓 19 February | 11:00 CET | Live webinar

What you will learn
-How leading CPOs scale with standardised, repeatable rollouts
-Why grid control compliance often breaks standardisation in Germany and Austria
-How FLEXBOX enables faster, simpler, grid-compliant deployments
-How FLEXBOX and HARMON-E support commissioning, monitoring, and operations
-How grid control compliance unlocks flexibility and value stacking

🎤 Speakers
Robert Brehm — Co-founder & CTO, FLEXECHARGE
Nicolas Lerch — Department Lead Customer Delivery

👉 Register now and save your seat https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/the-best-cpos-dont-reinvent-deployments-they-standardise-meet-the-flexbox

E-World Essen 2026: FLEXBOX Launch for Leading CPOs

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 10:08:15 GMT

E-World energy & water in Essen is one of Europe’s most important trade fairs for the energy sector — and this year, FLEXECHARGE is heading to Germany to shape the future of EV charging.

In this video, Jan Köster (CCO) and Christof Bussen (Product Strategist) explain why E-World Essen is the place to discuss grid integration, flexibility, and scalable EV charging infrastructure.

At EnBW booth 5D101 (Hall 5), FLEXECHARGE will launch FLEXBOX at 11:30, a plug-and-play solution designed to help CPOs standardise deployments, achieve grid control compliance, and operate at scale in Germany and beyond.

Whether you’re focused on grid constraints, operational excellence, or future-proof EV charging networks, E-World Essen is where energy and mobility converge.

👉 Visit FLEXECHARGE at EnBW booth 5D101, Hall 5
👉 Discover how FLEXBOX supports leading CPOs https://www.flexecharge.com/

Paying for Energy Flexibility Instead of Power | Podcast #16 Highlight

Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:57:35 GMT

As energy systems evolve, the real value is shifting from kilowatt-hours to flexibility.

In this highlight from Episode 16 of The Charge Point Podcast, Jonatan Raber, Co-Founder & CPO of Fever, explains why energy is becoming cheaper—while flexibility is becoming the new currency. From EVs and battery storage to data centers, assets that can shift consumption or production in time will increasingly pay less for energy or get paid to support the grid.

The discussion explores how flexibility determines costs and revenues, why automation is critical, and how this transition is already shaping European energy and flexibility markets.

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

Connect and Control Co-Located batteries in HARMON-E

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 12:24:37 GMT

Co-located batteries are becoming essential for Charge Point Operators seeking grid compliance, peak shaving, and flexibility revenues. But real value depends on how well those BESS assets are connected, configured, and controlled.

In this product walkthrough, we showcase the HARMON-E UI and how FLEXECHARGE enables seamless BESS integration and real-time control across EV charging sites:

🔹 Unified dashboard with a clear overview of your co-located BESS
🔹 Protocol-agnostic configuration, supporting multiple BESS manufacturers
🔹 Advanced parameter setup for precise operational control
🔹 Live monitoring of charged and discharged power, including real-time State of Charge (SoC)

Designed for CPOs operating under EU grid constraints, local DSO requirements, and flexibility market rules, HARMON-E ensures batteries actively support both charging operations and the grid.

👉 Learn more about Battery Storage for EV Charging with FLEXECHARGE:
https://www.flexecharge.com/products/optimise/features/battery-storage-ev-charging

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

• Subscribe for more insights on flexibility, smart charging, and EV energy systems

Why CPOs Must Act Now on Flexibility Trading | Podcast #37 Highlight

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:32:59 GMT

In this highlight from Episode 37 – Monetizing Flexibility: How Flower Turns EV Charging Sites Into Valuable Grid Assets of The Charge Point Podcast, Flower’s Business Developer My Näslund shares one clear message for Charge Point Operators:
Act now—your EV charging sites already have the flexible assets needed to earn money in today’s energy markets.

My explains why participation through a Balance Responsible Party (BRP) is more accessible than many CPOs think, how flexible loads can generate real revenue, and why waiting means “leaving money on the table.” With grid pressure increasing across Europe, smart energy control is becoming a competitive advantage—both operationally and financially.

This clip is essential viewing for CPOs, infrastructure owners, and energy managers exploring flexibility trading, value stacking, and grid-supportive charging.

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

• Learn how FLEXECHARGE enables flexibility participation (HARMON-E, dynamic load management, AFIR alignment)
• Customer cases on flexibility & energy optimisation → https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/customer-cases

• Subscribe for more insights on EV charging, grid flexibility, and value stacking

How Flexible Demand Turns EV Charging Into a Grid Asset | Podcast #37 Highlight

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 09:50:26 GMT

In this highlight from Episode 37 – Monetizing Flexibility: How Flower Turns EV Charging Sites Into Valuable Grid Assets of The Charge Point Podcast, we explore how EV charging sites are rapidly evolving from pure energy consumers into flexible, value-generating grid resources.

As EV adoption accelerates, charging networks face growing pressure and complexity—but also unprecedented opportunity. Flower’s Business Developer, My Näslund, breaks down how a Balance Responsible Party (BRP) enables flexibility trading, why smart control is essential for real-time balancing, and how CPOs can participate in flexibility markets without compromising the charging experience.

This clip captures the core insight:
EV charging is no longer just a cost centre—it’s a grid-supporting asset capable of generating revenue through smart, demand-responsive operation.

Relevant for CPOs, infrastructure owners, energy managers, and anyone exploring value stacking, flexibility markets, and the future of grid-aware charging.

🔗 Explore more from FLEXECHARGE:
• Podcast homepage → https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast
• Learn how FLEXECHARGE enables flexibility participation (HARMON-E, load control, grid-supportive smart charging)
• Explore customer cases & flexibility management → https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/customer-cases
• Subscribe for more insights on EV charging & energy intelligence

How Does FLOWER’s Partnership with FLEXECHARGE enable Virtual Power Plant for...

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:29:31 GMT

FLOWER is reshaping grid flexibility in Europe — and its partnership with FLEXECHARGE is key to unlocking Virtual Power Plant (VPP) services for EV charging networks.

In this interview, My Näslund, Business Developer at FLOWER, shares how the company has scaled rapidly while building a VPP capable of connecting and controlling flexible assets such as batteries, renewable generators, and EV chargers to help balance the grid and enable more clean energy.

The Recharge Project demonstrates this collaboration in action. Recharge wanted to monetise fast chargers and co-located batteries by participating in flexibility markets. Together with FLEXECHARGE’s connectivity and smart control layer, FLOWER can adjust power in real time — creating new revenue streams while keeping the driver experience seamless.

📘 Read the full Recharge customer case:
https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/customer-cases/flexibility-management-for-recharge-ev-charging-network

🤝 Learn more about software partnerships with FLEXECHARGE:
https://www.flexecharge.com/partnerships/software

What you’ll learn:
🔹 How FLOWER operates as a Virtual Power Plant (VPP)
🔹 How FLEXECHARGE enables EV chargers and batteries to deliver flexibility
🔹 How CPOs can monetise assets without affecting the driver experience
🔹 Why flexibility is essential for scaling renewable energy
🔹 How FLOWER and FLEXECHARGE support Europe’s transition to a stable, clean grid

Together, FLOWER and FLEXECHARGE show how EV charging can become a powerful tool for grid support, flexibility revenue, and clean energy integration.

The Power of Co-Located Batteries: Unlocking Full Revenue Potential |...

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:15:56 GMT

Are you using batteries only for peak shaving at your charging sites? That’s a great start—but it means your battery sits idle for 90% of the time. Join us on 19 November at 13:00 CET for “The Power of Co-Located Batteries: Unlocking the Full Revenue Potential”, a FLEXECHARGE Masterclass with Robert Brehm (CTO, FLEXECHARGE). In this session, Robert reveals how value stacking transforms battery energy storage systems (BESS) from cost-saving assets into profit engines. Learn how CPOs can use their co-located batteries for boost charging, grid balancing, and ancillary services—unlocking new revenue streams while supporting grid stability. ⚡ Reserve your spot for the Masterclass and discover how FLEXECHARGE enables smart, grid-supportive energy management. 🔗 Explore HARMON-E and our smart charging solutions for CPOs. 📺 Subscribe for more EV charging insights and masterclasses.

Why ‘First Come, First Served’ Slows EV Grid Access | Podcast #7 Highlight

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 15:00:00 GMT

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

FLEXECHARGE at NextTruck Berlin | Depot Electrification & Smart Energy...

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 13:30:00 GMT

FLEXECHARGE is joining NextTruck Berlin to showcase how smart energy management is powering the electrification of depots and fleets. ⚡🚛

Meet us at NextTruck and discover how our solutions help fleet operators integrate solar, battery storage, and flexibility markets—ensuring reliability, cost optimization, and seamless system integration.

👉 Learn more at https://www.flexecharge.com/

How Grid Control Shapes EV Charging Hub Operations

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 12:42:42 GMT

In this Masterclass, Robert Brehm, CTO at FLEXECHARGE, explains why Grid Operator Control is becoming critical for Charge Point Operators (CPOs) and how intelligent load management systems ensure grid stability during active power limitations.

Learn how charging hubs can automatically respond to grid operator signals, dynamically distribute power across chargers, and maintain optimal performance under grid constraints.

This session reveals how grid-aware load management helps CPOs comply with national grid codes, avoid penalties, and maximize charging availability while supporting the energy transition.

👉 Want the full deep dive? Watch the full Masterclass here: https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/optimise-masterclass-series-part-3-compliance-first-master-local-grid-regulations

How CPOs Unlock New Revenues With Virtual Power Plants | Podcast #30 Highlight

Tue, 23 Sep 2025 14:00:00 GMT

High-power chargers can become Virtual Power Plant (VPP) assets, helping CPOs unlock new revenues and business models while supporting grid flexibility.

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

Why CPOs Must Join Virtual Power Plants to Survive | Podcast #30 Highlight

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:32:28 GMT

CPOs can’t just sell electricity anymore. To thrive, they must join Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) and integrate into the energy system. Flexibility is now the key to survival in EV charging.

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