The Future of Energy Storage and Bidirectional Charging

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The energy transition is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. Over the next 260 weeks, fundamental shifts in energy pricing, grid stability, and security of supply will redefine the industry. This executive dialogue will bring together key industry leaders to define the roadmap to 2030 and beyond, setting the foundation for a decentralized, resilient, and cost-effective energy system.

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Recording from Thursday, March 27, 2025 | Language: English | Length: 84:15 Minutes

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Roberto Russo

Roberto Russo, leading expert in energy and mobility

Roberto Russo is a leading expert in energy and mobility, with extensive experience in e-mobility and sustainable energy solutions. He has played a key role in building and working with prestigious brands such as Lucid Motors and Tesla. As a consultant and speaker, he provides strategic insights and leverages his global network to drive high-level discussions on the future of mobility, smart energy systems, and innovation.

Moderator


Lars Thomsen, Founder, Future Matters

Lars Thomsen, founder, future matters

Lars Thomsen is a renowned futurist and founder of the Swiss think tank Future Matters. With over 25 years of experience, he advises global companies, institutions, and governments on future trends in energy, mobility, AI, and business innovation. He is a member of several international think tanks and frequently speaks at high-profile industry events.

Our Guests

Marcus Fendt, Managing Director, The Mobility House

Marcus Fendt, Managing Director, The Mobility House

Marcus Fendt is the Managing Director of The Mobility House, a pioneer in bidirectional charging and smart energy solutions. With extensive experience in energy storage and mobility, he has played a key role in integrating vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology to create more sustainable and cost-effective energy ecosystems. His work focuses on accelerating the transition to a cleaner, decentralized energy future.

Wulf Schlachter – Founder & CEO, DXBe Management

Wulf Schlachter, CEO, DXBe Management Group

Wulf Schlachter is a pioneer in eMobility and EV charging infrastructure. As the Startup-CTO of IONITY and Advisor to leading charging & energy companies, he has helped shape the future of EV infrastructure, digital charging solutions, and energy management. His expertise spans from large-scale charging networks to the integration of EVs into energy systems.

Xaver Pfab, Senior Advisor, iE2S GmbH

Xaver Pfab, Senior Advisor, iE2S GmbH

With over 37 years of experience at BMW Group, Xaver Pfab is a recognized expert in e-mobility and the integration of electric vehicles into energy systems. As the former project lead for the government-funded Bidirectional Charging Management (BDL) initiative, he played a key role in developing strategies for V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) and smart grid integration. Currently serving as a Senior Advisor at iE2S GmbH, he actively contributes to shaping policies and recommendations that enable bidirectional charging, enhancing energy system flexibility and grid stability.

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