Recording of Monday, June 22, 2026 | The smarter E Europe Conferences 2026 | Language: English | Duration: 4:10 .

Session on Electrification and Integration of Electric Vehicles into Power Grids

The session addresses the preparation of the power grid for electrification, specifically focused on electric vehicles (EVs). It emphasizes integrating electric transportation into existing grids by utilizing the flexibility of EV batteries. Julia Hildemeyer from the Regulatory Assistance Project highlights the role of clean energy policies in different global regions. The agenda includes various presentations from experts, each lasting about ten minutes, followed by a panel discussion designed to foster audience engagement and questions. Notably, Petrusca Werter will discuss the Netherlands' experience with grid integration of electric transport, while Albert Alonso-Villar will present on the electrification of freight and heavy-duty vehicle charging demands. Additionally, CharIN will address the importance of industry standards for effective vehicle-grid integration. The emphasis throughout is on identifying best practices and addressing grid bottlenecks to enhance electrification across transportation sectors.

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Speaker

Dr. Julia Hildermeier
Global Lead Flexible Demand
Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP)
Belgium

Talk of session: Ready for Electrification: Preparing the Power Grid for EVs

This session focuses on the key factors in accelerating the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) into the power grid with the most benefits for consumers, grids and the environment. We will look at key elements of EV market integration, e.g. smart/bidirectional charging, policies to reduce current grid bottlenecks and necessary legislative reform across Europe.

Further Talks of this session:

The Netherlands' Experience With Grid Bottlenecks and E-Mobility Deployment

Speaker

Petrouschka Werther
Director
Dutch Ministry of Infrastructure and Water Management

To Talk

Policy Recipes & Best Practices for EV Grid Integration - Global Lessons

Speaker

Dr. Julia Hildermeier
Global Lead Flexible Demand
Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP)
Belgium

To Talk

Grid Integration Needs of Electric HDVs Across Europe

Speaker

Albert Alonso-Villar
Associate Researcher
ICCT (International Council on Clean Transportation)
Germany

To Talk

V2G Conformance Testing - Bridging Standards and Implementation

Speaker

Dirk Grossmann
Executive Board Member
CharIN e.V.
Germany

To Talk

Panel Discussion and Q&A

To Talk