Most of our gadgets and green energy tools use DC power, but our buildings still use AC. It's like having a bunch of different plugs and adapters that waste energy every time you switch. This work creates a blueprint and the right tools to let buildings and ports run directly on DC, cutting out the wasteful middleman.
Current power grids rely on AC, but most modern green energy and electronics use DC. This creates energy waste and high costs due to constant conversion between the two formats.
A design tool for MVDC and LVDC systems (D2.1) and a repository of use cases for industrial demonstrators (D1.3).
If you are a data center operator dealing with high energy losses from AC/DC conversion — this project developed design tools for LVDC systems that increase efficiency. This reduces the need for multiple power converters for servers and battery storage.
If you are a port authority dealing with the electrification of cranes and ships — this project developed MVDC solutions and guidelines. This allows for more efficient power distribution across large harbor areas.
If you are a developer dealing with integrating solar panels and EV charging — this project developed a design tool for LVDC systems. This streamlines how energy is captured and used within the building without constant conversion.
Based on available project data, the project is specifically assessing the cost-benefit, life cycle, and environmental impacts of DC solutions to determine their economic viability.
Yes, the project is testing demonstrators in Germany, France, and Portugal across data centers, buildings, industry, and ports to ensure solutions are scalable and replicable.
Based on available project data, a preliminary innovation and exploitation methodology (D5.1) has been established, but specific licensing terms are not detailed.
The project is identifying regulatory barriers and proposing a new regulatory framework to ensure secure and economic power management under hybrid AC/DC grids.
The project runs from December 2023 to May 2027, with initial design tools and specifications already delivered within the first 18 months.
The consortium is heavily weighted toward commercial application, with a 68% industry ratio consisting of 23 industrial partners and 5 SMEs. This high level of private sector involvement, spanning 14 countries, suggests the project is driven by market needs rather than pure academic curiosity, focusing on practical deployment in ports and data centers.
Contact INESC ID in Portugal for technical specifications on MVDC/LVDC design tools.
Contact us to match with the SHIFT2DC consortium for early adoption of DC design guidelines.
