R-E-FLEX | Renewable Energy and E-mobility as a FLEXibility service
The transition to renewable energy and the growing demand for charging infrastructure in cities are putting increasing pressure on the electricity grid. This raises an important question: how can we not only generate renewable energy, but also use it to relieve the electricity grid?
Together with nine partners, this project explores how smart charging hubs can help stimulate local grid balance and avoid peak loads. Moving towards a livable city that meets charging needs while reducing dependence on fossil fuel backup power plants.
The Idea
A scalable and adaptable system designed for urban environments. The charging hub is built from different modules, each with its own strengths. The challenge? Ensuring that all modules work together seamlessly.
The charging hub consists of the following four components:
Solar panels
For local production of green electricity
Stationary battery
Acts as an energy hub: it stores energy during periods of overproduction, supplies energy during shortages, is intelligently controlled, and provides flexibility services
Smart charging stations
These are controlled based on the available grid capacity and the needs of the vehicle
EMS (Energy Management System)
An Energy Management System ensures optimal coordination between all components—otherwise, the system would not function effectively
Partners
R-E-FLEX is a collaboration between:
This project is co-funded by the Energy Transition Fund of the FPS Economy.
Do you have questions or see opportunities for collaboration? Feel free to contact us at emma.dehaan@zuidtrant.be.
