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/ai-powered-peak-shaving-for-smart <p><p>A single power peak can define your entire monthly grid cost—and destroy your charging hub profitability.</p><p>In this webinar, FLEXECHARGE experts Christof Bussen (Product Strategist) and Robert Brehm (CTO) explain how <strong>AI-powered peak shaving</strong> helps Charge Point Operators (CPOs) reduce demand peaks by 20% or more—without impacting the charging experience.</p><p>👉 Why it matters:<br>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.</p><p>This session goes beyond basic load management and shows how leading CPOs are shifting from static limits to <strong>real-time, AI-driven optimisation</strong>.</p><hr><p><strong>What you’ll learn</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why one peak can cost €2,000–€3,000 in a single billing cycle</p></li><li><p>How AI-powered peak shaving reduces peaks by 20–50%</p></li><li><p>The difference between peak capping and continuous optimisation</p></li><li><p>How tariff structures (EU, DACH, Nordics) impact your strategy</p></li><li><p>How BESS (battery storage) enhances peak shaving performance</p></li><li><p>How to improve EV charging profitability without reducing power delivery</p></li></ul><hr><p><strong>From Cost Control to Competitive Advantage</strong></p><p>Peak shaving is no longer just about avoiding penalties—it’s about building a scalable, grid-compliant EV charging business.</p><p>With solutions like <strong>HARMON-E</strong>, FLEXECHARGE enables CPOs to:</p><ul><li><p>Stay compliant with EU AFIR and national grid regulations</p></li><li><p>Optimise energy usage in real time</p></li><li><p>Reduce operational costs and increase site profitability</p></li><li><p>Unlock flexibility revenues and future energy market participation</p></li></ul><hr><p><strong>Join the webinar</strong></p><p>📅 April 28, 11:00<br>👉 Save your spot and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage<br><br>👉 <strong>Join the live webinar and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage. Save your spot now.</strong></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/ai-powered-peak-shaving-for-smart"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968559/126198372/f48b8cbabf6e7367f14cbeed19b22584/standard/download-10-thumbnail.jpg" width="600" height="338"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/126198372 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:34:01 GMT AI-Powered Peak Shaving for Smart EV Charging (masterclass 11-no date) 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 learnWhy one peak can cost €2,000–€3,000 in a single billing cycleHow AI-powered peak shaving reduces peaks by 20–50%The difference between peak capping and continuous optimisationHow tariff structures (EU, DACH, Nordics) impact your strategyHow BESS (battery storage) enhances peak shaving performanceHow to improve EV charging profitability without reducing power deliveryFrom Cost Control to Competitive AdvantagePeak 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 regulationsOptimise energy usage in real timeReduce operational costs and increase site profitabilityUnlock flexibility revenues and future energy market participationJoin 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. 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... FLEXECHARGE 00:52 <p><p>A single power peak can define your entire monthly grid cost—and destroy your charging hub profitability.</p><p>In this webinar, FLEXECHARGE experts Christof Bussen (Product Strategist) and Robert Brehm (CTO) explain how <strong>AI-powered peak shaving</strong> helps Charge Point Operators (CPOs) reduce demand peaks by 20% or more—without impacting the charging experience.</p><p>👉 Why it matters:<br>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.</p><p>This session goes beyond basic load management and shows how leading CPOs are shifting from static limits to <strong>real-time, AI-driven optimisation</strong>.</p><hr><p><strong>What you’ll learn</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why one peak can cost €2,000–€3,000 in a single billing cycle</p></li><li><p>How AI-powered peak shaving reduces peaks by 20–50%</p></li><li><p>The difference between peak capping and continuous optimisation</p></li><li><p>How tariff structures (EU, DACH, Nordics) impact your strategy</p></li><li><p>How BESS (battery storage) enhances peak shaving performance</p></li><li><p>How to improve EV charging profitability without reducing power delivery</p></li></ul><hr><p><strong>From Cost Control to Competitive Advantage</strong></p><p>Peak shaving is no longer just about avoiding penalties—it’s about building a scalable, grid-compliant EV charging business.</p><p>With solutions like <strong>HARMON-E</strong>, FLEXECHARGE enables CPOs to:</p><ul><li><p>Stay compliant with EU AFIR and national grid regulations</p></li><li><p>Optimise energy usage in real time</p></li><li><p>Reduce operational costs and increase site profitability</p></li><li><p>Unlock flexibility revenues and future energy market participation</p></li></ul><hr><p><strong>Join the webinar</strong></p><p>📅 April 28, 11:00<br>👉 Save your spot and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage<br><br>👉 <strong>Join the live webinar and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage. Save your spot now.</strong></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/ai-powered-peak-shaving-for-smart"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968559/126198372/f48b8cbabf6e7367f14cbeed19b22584/standard/download-10-thumbnail.jpg" width="600" height="338"/></a></p> AI smart charging battery storage EV charging BESS peak shaving BNetzA demand charges CPO strategy Europe EU AFIR compliance EV charging Europe EV charging optimisation EV charging profitability FLEXECHARGE grid flexibility Europe load management EV masterclass 11 Nordic grid tariffs peak shaving EV charging smart charging Europe webinar http://video.flexecharge.com/ai-peak-shaving-for-ev-charging <p><p>A single power peak can define your entire monthly grid cost—and destroy your charging hub profitability.</p><p>In this webinar, FLEXECHARGE experts Christof Bussen (Product Strategist) and Robert Brehm (CTO) explain how <strong>AI-powered peak shaving</strong> helps Charge Point Operators (CPOs) reduce demand peaks by 20% or more—without impacting the charging experience.</p><p>👉 Why it matters:<br>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.</p><p>This session goes beyond basic load management and shows how leading CPOs are shifting from static limits to <strong>real-time, AI-driven optimisation</strong>.</p><hr><p><strong>What you’ll learn</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why one peak can cost €2,000–€3,000 in a single billing cycle</p></li><li><p>How AI-powered peak shaving reduces peaks by 20–50%</p></li><li><p>The difference between peak capping and continuous optimisation</p></li><li><p>How tariff structures (EU, DACH, Nordics) impact your strategy</p></li><li><p>How BESS (battery storage) enhances peak shaving performance</p></li><li><p>How to improve EV charging profitability without reducing power delivery</p></li></ul><hr><p><strong>From Cost Control to Competitive Advantage</strong></p><p>Peak shaving is no longer just about avoiding penalties—it’s about building a scalable, grid-compliant EV charging business.</p><p>With solutions like <strong>HARMON-E</strong>, FLEXECHARGE enables CPOs to:</p><ul><li><p>Stay compliant with EU AFIR and national grid regulations</p></li><li><p>Optimise energy usage in real time</p></li><li><p>Reduce operational costs and increase site profitability</p></li><li><p>Unlock flexibility revenues and future energy market participation</p></li></ul><hr><p><strong>Join the webinar</strong></p><p>📅 April 28, 11:00<br>👉 Save your spot and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/ai-peak-shaving-for-ev-charging"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968577/126198297/e0f7015117a78baadee576f315aac010/standard/download-11-thumbnail.jpg" width="600" height="338"/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/126198297 Mon, 20 Apr 2026 09:25:34 GMT AI Peak Shaving for EV Charging Profitability (masterclass 11-date) 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 learnWhy one peak can cost €2,000–€3,000 in a single billing cycleHow AI-powered peak shaving reduces peaks by 20–50%The difference between peak capping and continuous optimisationHow tariff structures (EU, DACH, Nordics) impact your strategyHow BESS (battery storage) enhances peak shaving performanceHow to improve EV charging profitability without reducing power deliveryFrom Cost Control to Competitive AdvantagePeak 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 regulationsOptimise energy usage in real timeReduce operational costs and increase site profitabilityUnlock flexibility revenues and future energy market participationJoin the webinar📅 April 28, 11:00👉 Save your spot and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage 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... FLEXECHARGE 00:52 <p><p>A single power peak can define your entire monthly grid cost—and destroy your charging hub profitability.</p><p>In this webinar, FLEXECHARGE experts Christof Bussen (Product Strategist) and Robert Brehm (CTO) explain how <strong>AI-powered peak shaving</strong> helps Charge Point Operators (CPOs) reduce demand peaks by 20% or more—without impacting the charging experience.</p><p>👉 Why it matters:<br>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.</p><p>This session goes beyond basic load management and shows how leading CPOs are shifting from static limits to <strong>real-time, AI-driven optimisation</strong>.</p><hr><p><strong>What you’ll learn</strong></p><ul><li><p>Why one peak can cost €2,000–€3,000 in a single billing cycle</p></li><li><p>How AI-powered peak shaving reduces peaks by 20–50%</p></li><li><p>The difference between peak capping and continuous optimisation</p></li><li><p>How tariff structures (EU, DACH, Nordics) impact your strategy</p></li><li><p>How BESS (battery storage) enhances peak shaving performance</p></li><li><p>How to improve EV charging profitability without reducing power delivery</p></li></ul><hr><p><strong>From Cost Control to Competitive Advantage</strong></p><p>Peak shaving is no longer just about avoiding penalties—it’s about building a scalable, grid-compliant EV charging business.</p><p>With solutions like <strong>HARMON-E</strong>, FLEXECHARGE enables CPOs to:</p><ul><li><p>Stay compliant with EU AFIR and national grid regulations</p></li><li><p>Optimise energy usage in real time</p></li><li><p>Reduce operational costs and increase site profitability</p></li><li><p>Unlock flexibility revenues and future energy market participation</p></li></ul><hr><p><strong>Join the webinar</strong></p><p>📅 April 28, 11:00<br>👉 Save your spot and learn how to turn peak management into a competitive advantage</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/ai-peak-shaving-for-ev-charging"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968577/126198297/e0f7015117a78baadee576f315aac010/standard/download-11-thumbnail.jpg" width="600" height="338"/></a></p> AI peak shaving battery storage EV charging BESS EV charging BNetzA Germany grid rules CPO strategy EU AFIR compliance EV charging EV charging profitability FLEXECHARGE flexibility markets grid costs EV charging load management Nordic grid codes peak shaving smart charging http://video.flexecharge.com/roberts-keynote-at-interface <p><p>In this keynote, FLEXECHARGE CTO Robert Brehm explores how the <strong>energy architecture of EV charging is evolving</strong>—from standalone charging points to fully integrated, grid-aware energy systems.</p><p>As EV adoption accelerates across Europe, Charge Point Operators (CPOs), utilities, and energy providers face increasing pressure from <strong>grid constraints, renewable integration, and regulatory frameworks such as EU AFIR and national grid codes (e.g., Germany’s BNetzA)</strong>.</p><p>This session breaks down what a <strong>modern EV charging energy architecture</strong> looks like in practice—and why it is essential for scaling infrastructure efficiently.</p><p>What You’ll Learn</p><ul><li><p>Why traditional EV charging setups are no longer sufficient</p></li><li><p>How grid constraints are reshaping charging infrastructure design</p></li><li><p>The role of <strong>smart charging, load management, and energy optimisation</strong></p></li><li><p>How to integrate <strong>battery storage (BESS) and renewables</strong> into charging hubs</p></li><li><p>Why compliance with <strong>EU AFIR and national regulations</strong> requires new system architectures</p></li><li><p>How CPOs can transition into <strong>active energy market participants</strong></p></li></ul><p>Why This Matters</p><p>The future of EV charging is not just about installing chargers—it’s about building <strong>grid-integrated energy systems</strong>. Operators who adopt the right architecture can:</p><ul><li><p>Avoid costly grid upgrades</p></li><li><p>Reduce operational costs through energy optimisation</p></li><li><p>Unlock new revenue streams via flexibility markets</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance across European markets</p></li></ul><p></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/roberts-keynote-at-interface"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968579/125486844/fba0310aca886ee3e30693396bd0fdf2/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/125486844 Thu, 09 Apr 2026 10:43:49 GMT Robert's keynote at INTERFACE Benelux 2026 In this keynote, FLEXECHARGE CTO Robert Brehm explores how the energy architecture of EV charging is evolving—from standalone charging points to fully integrated, grid-aware energy systems.As EV adoption accelerates across Europe, Charge Point Operators (CPOs), utilities, and energy providers face increasing pressure from grid constraints, renewable integration, and regulatory frameworks such as EU AFIR and national grid codes (e.g., Germany’s BNetzA).This session breaks down what a modern EV charging energy architecture looks like in practice—and why it is essential for scaling infrastructure efficiently.What You’ll LearnWhy traditional EV charging setups are no longer sufficientHow grid constraints are reshaping charging infrastructure designThe role of smart charging, load management, and energy optimisationHow to integrate battery storage (BESS) and renewables into charging hubsWhy compliance with EU AFIR and national regulations requires new system architecturesHow CPOs can transition into active energy market participantsWhy This MattersThe future of EV charging is not just about installing chargers—it’s about building grid-integrated energy systems. Operators who adopt the right architecture can:Avoid costly grid upgradesReduce operational costs through energy optimisationUnlock new revenue streams via flexibility marketsEnsure compliance across European markets In this keynote, FLEXECHARGE CTO Robert Brehm explores how the energy architecture of EV charging is evolving—from standalone charging points to fully integrated, grid-aware energy systems.As EV adoption accelerates across Europe, Charge Point... FLEXECHARGE 22:43 <p><p>In this keynote, FLEXECHARGE CTO Robert Brehm explores how the <strong>energy architecture of EV charging is evolving</strong>—from standalone charging points to fully integrated, grid-aware energy systems.</p><p>As EV adoption accelerates across Europe, Charge Point Operators (CPOs), utilities, and energy providers face increasing pressure from <strong>grid constraints, renewable integration, and regulatory frameworks such as EU AFIR and national grid codes (e.g., Germany’s BNetzA)</strong>.</p><p>This session breaks down what a <strong>modern EV charging energy architecture</strong> looks like in practice—and why it is essential for scaling infrastructure efficiently.</p><p>What You’ll Learn</p><ul><li><p>Why traditional EV charging setups are no longer sufficient</p></li><li><p>How grid constraints are reshaping charging infrastructure design</p></li><li><p>The role of <strong>smart charging, load management, and energy optimisation</strong></p></li><li><p>How to integrate <strong>battery storage (BESS) and renewables</strong> into charging hubs</p></li><li><p>Why compliance with <strong>EU AFIR and national regulations</strong> requires new system architectures</p></li><li><p>How CPOs can transition into <strong>active energy market participants</strong></p></li></ul><p>Why This Matters</p><p>The future of EV charging is not just about installing chargers—it’s about building <strong>grid-integrated energy systems</strong>. Operators who adopt the right architecture can:</p><ul><li><p>Avoid costly grid upgrades</p></li><li><p>Reduce operational costs through energy optimisation</p></li><li><p>Unlock new revenue streams via flexibility markets</p></li><li><p>Ensure compliance across European markets</p></li></ul><p></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/roberts-keynote-at-interface"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968579/125486844/fba0310aca886ee3e30693396bd0fdf2/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> battery storage EV charging BESS EV charging BNetzA regulations CPO strategy energy architecture energy flexibility EU AFIR compliance EV charging EV charging conference EV charging Europe EV infrastructure FLEXECHARGE grid constraints EV grid integration INTERFACE INTERFACE event load management smart charging http://video.flexecharge.com/how-circle-k-optimizes-ev-charging <p><p>In this Podcast #22 highlight, Hallgeir Horne from Circle K explains how <strong>battery storage enables EV charging price optimization</strong> by shifting energy usage and reducing reliance on expensive peak electricity.</p><p>As electricity prices fluctuate across <strong>Europe and the Nordics</strong>, operators face increasing pressure to manage both <strong>grid constraints and energy costs</strong>. Battery systems play a key role in balancing demand and improving profitability.</p><p>This clip explores:</p><ul><li><p>How <strong>battery storage enables energy price optimisation</strong></p></li><li><p>Why shifting consumption away from peak hours reduces costs</p></li><li><p>How Circle K manages <strong>price volatility across EV charging sites</strong></p></li><li><p>The connection between <strong>peak shaving, smart charging, and cost efficiency</strong></p></li></ul><p>For CPOs, fuel retailers, and energy providers, this is a real-world example of how to operate EV charging infrastructure efficiently in <strong>EU-regulated and grid-constrained markets (AFIR, national grid rules)</strong>.</p><p>👉 Watch the full episode for deeper insights&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/how-circle-k-optimizes-ev-charging"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968567/125136684/1cda38645d3155dd38190c13ad55fbac/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/125136684 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:29:38 GMT How Circle K Optimizes EV Charging Prices with Batteries | Podcast #22 Highlight 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 optimisationWhy shifting consumption away from peak hours reduces costsHow Circle K manages price volatility across EV charging sitesThe connection between peak shaving, smart charging, and cost efficiencyFor 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 insightshttps://www.flexecharge.com/resources/the-charge-point-podcast 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... FLEXECHARGE 01:11 <p><p>In this Podcast #22 highlight, Hallgeir Horne from Circle K explains how <strong>battery storage enables EV charging price optimization</strong> by shifting energy usage and reducing reliance on expensive peak electricity.</p><p>As electricity prices fluctuate across <strong>Europe and the Nordics</strong>, operators face increasing pressure to manage both <strong>grid constraints and energy costs</strong>. Battery systems play a key role in balancing demand and improving profitability.</p><p>This clip explores:</p><ul><li><p>How <strong>battery storage enables energy price optimisation</strong></p></li><li><p>Why shifting consumption away from peak hours reduces costs</p></li><li><p>How Circle K manages <strong>price volatility across EV charging sites</strong></p></li><li><p>The connection between <strong>peak shaving, smart charging, and cost efficiency</strong></p></li></ul><p>For CPOs, fuel retailers, and energy providers, this is a real-world example of how to operate EV charging infrastructure efficiently in <strong>EU-regulated and grid-constrained markets (AFIR, national grid rules)</strong>.</p><p>👉 Watch the full episode for deeper insights&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/how-circle-k-optimizes-ev-charging"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968567/125136684/1cda38645d3155dd38190c13ad55fbac/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> battery storage EV charging Circle K EV charging electricity price volatility energy arbitrage EV energy cost reduction EV EU AFIR compliance EV charging price optimization EV charging strategy FLEXECHARGE grid-aware charging load management EV Nordic energy markets peak shaving EV podcast highlight smart charging http://video.flexecharge.com/battery-benefits-peak-shaving-cost <p><p>In this Podcast #22 highlight, Hallgeir Horne from Circle K explains how <strong>battery storage and peak shaving</strong> are essential to making EV charging economically viable at scale.</p><p>As electricity prices fluctuate and <strong>grid constraints tighten across Europe (EU AFIR, Nordic markets)</strong>, unmanaged charging can lead to high peak demand charges and rising operational costs.</p><p>This clip breaks down:</p><ul><li><p>How <strong>battery storage reduces peak demand charges</strong></p></li><li><p>Why <strong>peak shaving is critical for cost control in EV charging hubs</strong></p></li><li><p>How smart energy management improves <strong>grid stability and site profitability</strong></p></li><li><p>The role of <strong>load management in avoiding grid overload and penalties</strong></p></li></ul><p>Circle K’s approach shows how fuel retailers can transform forecourts into <strong>cost-efficient EV charging hubs</strong>, balancing power demand while maintaining a high-quality customer experience.</p><p>For CPOs and energy providers, this is a practical example of how to:</p><ul><li><p>Lower operational costs</p></li><li><p>Optimize energy usage</p></li><li><p>Scale EV charging in <strong>grid-constrained environments across the EU and Nordics</strong></p></li></ul><p>👉 Watch the full episode for deeper insights</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/battery-benefits-peak-shaving-cost"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968569/125135385/f3874c4b5cfeef8122bfe0dafa7e763e/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/125135385 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:21:56 GMT Battery Benefits: Peak Shaving & Cost Savings at Circle K | Podcast #22... 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 chargesWhy peak shaving is critical for cost control in EV charging hubsHow smart energy management improves grid stability and site profitabilityThe role of load management in avoiding grid overload and penaltiesCircle 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 costsOptimize energy usageScale EV charging in grid-constrained environments across the EU and Nordics👉 Watch the full episode for deeper insights 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... FLEXECHARGE 00:45 <p><p>In this Podcast #22 highlight, Hallgeir Horne from Circle K explains how <strong>battery storage and peak shaving</strong> are essential to making EV charging economically viable at scale.</p><p>As electricity prices fluctuate and <strong>grid constraints tighten across Europe (EU AFIR, Nordic markets)</strong>, unmanaged charging can lead to high peak demand charges and rising operational costs.</p><p>This clip breaks down:</p><ul><li><p>How <strong>battery storage reduces peak demand charges</strong></p></li><li><p>Why <strong>peak shaving is critical for cost control in EV charging hubs</strong></p></li><li><p>How smart energy management improves <strong>grid stability and site profitability</strong></p></li><li><p>The role of <strong>load management in avoiding grid overload and penalties</strong></p></li></ul><p>Circle K’s approach shows how fuel retailers can transform forecourts into <strong>cost-efficient EV charging hubs</strong>, balancing power demand while maintaining a high-quality customer experience.</p><p>For CPOs and energy providers, this is a practical example of how to:</p><ul><li><p>Lower operational costs</p></li><li><p>Optimize energy usage</p></li><li><p>Scale EV charging in <strong>grid-constrained environments across the EU and Nordics</strong></p></li></ul><p>👉 Watch the full episode for deeper insights</p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/battery-benefits-peak-shaving-cost"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968569/125135385/f3874c4b5cfeef8122bfe0dafa7e763e/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> battery storage EV charging demand charge reduction energy optimization EV EV charging cost savings EV charging infrastructure load management EV peak shaving EV charging smart charging http://video.flexecharge.com/battery-storage-payback-for-ev <p><p>Peter Brockhoff, CTO of <strong>Floading</strong>, explains how <strong>battery storage</strong> is already delivering strong returns for EV charging projects in the <strong>Netherlands</strong>.</p><p>In this webinar short, he highlights typical <strong>payback times of three to seven years</strong> and explains why batteries can be deployed even before sites are fully electrified. Battery storage allows site owners and fleet operators to <strong>start monetizing their grid connection early</strong>, reducing the impact of grid constraints.</p><p>The Netherlands is often seen as a <strong>preview of what’s coming next for Europe</strong>, making this insight highly relevant for EV charging projects across <strong>grid-constrained European markets</strong>.</p><p>👉 <strong>Discover the full webinar:</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/battery-storage-payback-for-ev"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968571/121972641/10bc273abb2dc743f6bb0f8c93c81d5a/standard/download-14-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/121972641 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:01:05 GMT Battery Storage Payback for EV Charging in the Netherlands Peter Brockhoff, CTO of Floading, explains how battery storage is already delivering strong returns for EV charging projects in the Netherlands.In this webinar short, he highlights typical payback times of three to seven years and explains why batteries can be deployed even before sites are fully electrified. Battery storage allows site owners and fleet operators to start monetizing their grid connection early, reducing the impact of grid constraints.The Netherlands is often seen as a preview of what’s coming next for Europe, making this insight highly relevant for EV charging projects across grid-constrained European markets.👉 Discover the full webinar:https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration Peter Brockhoff, CTO of Floading, explains how battery storage is already delivering strong returns for EV charging projects in the Netherlands.In this webinar short, he highlights typical payback times of three to seven years and explains why... FLEXECHARGE 00:49 <p><p>Peter Brockhoff, CTO of <strong>Floading</strong>, explains how <strong>battery storage</strong> is already delivering strong returns for EV charging projects in the <strong>Netherlands</strong>.</p><p>In this webinar short, he highlights typical <strong>payback times of three to seven years</strong> and explains why batteries can be deployed even before sites are fully electrified. Battery storage allows site owners and fleet operators to <strong>start monetizing their grid connection early</strong>, reducing the impact of grid constraints.</p><p>The Netherlands is often seen as a <strong>preview of what’s coming next for Europe</strong>, making this insight highly relevant for EV charging projects across <strong>grid-constrained European markets</strong>.</p><p>👉 <strong>Discover the full webinar:</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/battery-storage-payback-for-ev"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968571/121972641/10bc273abb2dc743f6bb0f8c93c81d5a/standard/download-14-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> battery payback EV charging battery storage EV charging battery storage ROI Benelux EV charging energy storage EV sites EV charging infrastructure EV charging Netherlands fleet charging solutions Floading grid congestion EV charging grid constraints Netherlands grid-limited charging sites Peter Brockhoff smart charging Europe http://video.flexecharge.com/solving-grid-constraints-for-ev <p><p>Peter Brockhoff, CTO of Floading, explains how grid-related challenges impact EV charging infrastructure projects in the Benelux and across Europe.<br><br>In this webinar short, he shares real-world experience from projects involving limited contracted power, mixed AC and DC chargers, solar panels, and battery storage. The discussion highlights how Dynamic Load Management, solar curtailment, and battery integration help overcome grid congestion — including early electric truck deployments in the Netherlands.<br><br>This clip is especially relevant for fleet operators, site owners, CPOs, and system integrators planning EV charging infrastructure in regions facing grid capacity constraints.<br><br>👉 Discover the full webinar:<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/solving-grid-constraints-for-ev"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968577/121971401/8bd7d4bb6bc1fe9911efa742b7d33425/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> http://video.flexecharge.com/photo/121971401 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 12:50:00 GMT Solving Grid Constraints for EV Charging in the Benelux Peter Brockhoff, CTO of Floading, explains how grid-related challenges impact EV charging infrastructure projects in the Benelux and across Europe.In this webinar short, he shares real-world experience from projects involving limited contracted power, mixed AC and DC chargers, solar panels, and battery storage. The discussion highlights how Dynamic Load Management, solar curtailment, and battery integration help overcome grid congestion — including early electric truck deployments in the Netherlands.This clip is especially relevant for fleet operators, site owners, CPOs, and system integrators planning EV charging infrastructure in regions facing grid capacity constraints.👉 Discover the full webinar:https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration Peter Brockhoff, CTO of Floading, explains how grid-related challenges impact EV charging infrastructure projects in the Benelux and across Europe.In this webinar short, he shares real-world experience from projects involving limited contracted... FLEXECHARGE 00:54 <p><p>Peter Brockhoff, CTO of Floading, explains how grid-related challenges impact EV charging infrastructure projects in the Benelux and across Europe.<br><br>In this webinar short, he shares real-world experience from projects involving limited contracted power, mixed AC and DC chargers, solar panels, and battery storage. The discussion highlights how Dynamic Load Management, solar curtailment, and battery integration help overcome grid congestion — including early electric truck deployments in the Netherlands.<br><br>This clip is especially relevant for fleet operators, site owners, CPOs, and system integrators planning EV charging infrastructure in regions facing grid capacity constraints.<br><br>👉 Discover the full webinar:<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration">https://www.flexecharge.com/resources/webinars/ev-charging-infrastructure-overcome-grid-related-issues-thanks-to-dynamic-load-management-solar-curtailment-and-battery-storage-integration</a></p></p><p><a href="http://video.flexecharge.com/solving-grid-constraints-for-ev"><img src="http://video.flexecharge.com/64968577/121971401/8bd7d4bb6bc1fe9911efa742b7d33425/standard/download-13-thumbnail.jpg" width="75" height=""/></a></p> battery storage EV charging charging infrastructure planning dynamic load management electric truck charging EV charging Benelux EV charging grid constraints EV charging Netherlands fleet charging infrastructure Floading grid congestion EV charging grid-limited EV sites Peter Brockhoff smart charging Europe solar curtailment EV charging