Recording of Friday, May 09, 2025 | The smarter E Europe Exhibition Program 2025 | Exhibition Program | Language: English | Duration: 12:47 .
Robert from GridX emphasizes the necessity of incorporating small-scale flexibility into energy products to bolster a sustainable and renewable energy system. Despite 17 million photovoltaic systems installed across European rooftops, only a minimal percentage are smart enough for grid stability purposes. The primary challenge is enhancing these systems' intelligence since most installations are managed by fragmented installers who focus on hardware sales without incentives for smarter solutions. To tackle this issue, GridX concentrates on Home Energy Management Systems (HEMS), which although recognized as beneficial by many installers, face hurdles such as installation complexities, interoperability issues among OEMs, regulatory challenges like Germany's 14a regulation, and integration with customer use cases. By developing plug-and-play solutions through collaborations with OEMs under initiatives like "Ready for Critics," GridX aims to simplify HEMS deployment while ensuring compatibility during firmware updates and providing seamless experiences that promote cost savings via renewables. These efforts include partnerships aimed at simplifying processes such as remote activation of Modbus protocols—facilitating easier setup without technical barriers—and fostering broader adoption through streamlined user experiences.
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Robert van der Meulen
Head of Growth Partnerships & Services
GridX
Discover how recent innovations are transforming Home Energy Management Systems (HEMS) into key enablers of efficient energy use and grid stability. Examine the integration of renewable energy sources like solar PV and wind, leveraging AI and machine learning for predictive energy optimization, and empowering homeowners with real-time insights to drive energy-efficient behaviors. Learn how these advancements are shaping the future of sustainable energy management. Moderator: Thomas Haupt, Doctoral Candidate and Research Associate in Smart Energy Systems, Hochschule Ansbach
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