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Interoperable Software for Smart Grid Flexibility and Decentralized Energy Management

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Imagine the power grid as a giant conversation where everyone speaks a different language. This project builds a universal translator so that home solar panels, electric cars, and power companies can finally understand each other. By coordinating these pieces, it prevents energy waste and makes the grid more stable as we switch to green power.

By the numbers
26,852
citizens benefiting
91,22 MtCO2eq
GHG emissions reduced
30%
reduction in energy poverty by 2032
The business problem

What needed solving

Energy grids struggle to integrate decentralized renewable sources and electric vehicles because different systems cannot communicate. This leads to inefficient power distribution and higher costs for the end-user.

The solution

What was built

Interoperable software modules and a Federated Data Space infrastructure for energy flexibility management.

Audience

Who needs this

Distribution System Operators (DSOs)EV Charging Infrastructure OperatorsSmart Home Energy Management CompaniesRenewable Energy Asset Managers
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Utilities
enterprise
Target: Grid Operator

If you are a grid operator dealing with unstable power flows from too many solar panels — this project developed software modules that help you better manage grid operations. This ensures a higher quality of supply even as more renewable energy is added.

Automotive
mid-size
Target: EV Charging Network Provider

If you are an EV charging provider dealing with high peak demand — this project developed a federated data space that allows electromobility to collaborate with the grid. This helps balance energy loads and reduces the risk of local grid overloads.

Energy Retail
SME
Target: Smart Home Energy Service Provider

If you are a service provider dealing with high customer energy bills — this project developed technologies to boost flexibility in the prosumer's environment. This aims to reduce energy poverty by 30% by 2032.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or pricing model for the software?

Based on available project data, no specific pricing or cost structures are mentioned.

At what scale has this been tested industrially?

The project is being demonstrated across 4 countries (Greece, Slovenia, Spain, and Switzerland), targeting a benefit for 26,852 citizens.

How is the IP or licensing handled for the software modules?

Based on available project data, the specific licensing terms are not provided, though the project emphasizes the use of standards and interoperability.

How does this integrate with existing energy hardware?

It uses a Federated Data Space infrastructure and interoperable software modules to allow different verticals like gas and electromobility to collaborate.

What is the timeline for the expected impact?

The project runs until 2026-12-31, with specific targets for GHG reduction and energy poverty reduction set for 2032.

Consortium

Who built it

The consortium is heavily industry-driven with a 70% industry ratio, comprising 16 industrial partners including 9 SMEs. This strong commercial presence, spread across 8 countries, suggests the project is focused on market application rather than pure academic research, with a balanced mix of 4 research centers and 2 universities to provide technical backing.

How to reach the team

Contact ETRA INVESTIGACION Y DESARROLLO SA in Spain

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to explore licensing opportunities for the interoperable energy software modules.