News & Press

Here you will find all the latest news at a glance – From press releases and expert interviews to our publications, podcasts and webinars.

Press Releases
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Bidirectional Charging Saves Billions

January 15, 2025

Electric cars are capable of much more than “simply” being quiet and emissions-free. Equipped with bidirectional charging technology, they can store electricity and feed it back into the grid later.

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Fresh Ideas for Big Goals: Start-ups Setting New Trends at The smarter E Europe 2025

November 21, 2024

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Fresh Ideas for Big Goals: Start-ups Setting New Trends at The smarter E Europe 2025

The energy world of tomorrow is being built today – and it will be more sustainable, more intelligent and more integrated than ever before.

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The smarter E AWARD 2025: Applications Are Now Open

November 4, 2024

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The smarter E AWARD 2025: Applications Are Now Open

One award, five categories, 15 winners and an abundance of innovative and intelligent ideas, products, services and projects:

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More than 90 percent of exhibition space already booked

October 31, 2024

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More than 90 percent of exhibition space already booked

The worldwide boom in renewable energy continues unabated and is gaining momentum.

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Innovative Networked Solutions and New Market Opportunities Inspire Exhibitors and Visitors Alike

June 21, 2024

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Innovative Networked Solutions and New Market Opportunities Inspire Exhibitors and Visitors Alike

After three packed exhibition days featuring inspiring conferences and forums, Europe’s largest platform for the energy industry has once again broken various records

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The smarter E Europe 2024 Opens Its Doors: 3,048 Registered Exhibitors Present Their Solutions for a Renewable 24/7 Energy Supply

June 19, 2024

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The smarter E Europe 2024 Opens Its Doors: 3,048 Registered Exhibitors Present Their Solutions for a Renewable 24/7 Energy Supply

The worldwide boom in renewable energy continues unabated. According to REN21's latest Global Status Report 2024, last year alone, 536 gigawatts (GW) of renewable energy capacity was installed worldwide.

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The smarter E AWARD 2024: Winners Pave the Way for Renewable 24/7 Energy Supply with Innovative Solutions

June 18, 2024

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The smarter E AWARD 2024: Winners Pave the Way for Renewable 24/7 Energy Supply with Innovative Solutions

1 award, 5 categories, 15 winners: Just before the start of The smarter E Europe, the continent’s largest alliance of exhibitions for the energy industry, the winners of this year’s The smarter E AWARD were honored at an official ceremony this evening.

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Power2Drive Europe 2024: The Charging Infrastructure Has to Grow With the Market

June 12, 2024

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Power2Drive Europe 2024: The Charging Infrastructure Has to Grow With the Market

The age of the combustion engine is coming to an end. Electromobility is becoming established all over the world.

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Fleet, Food and Forum: Power2Drive Europe 2024 Presents Accompanying Program

June 5, 2024

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Fleet, Food and Forum: Power2Drive Europe 2024 Presents Accompanying Program

Around the world, e-mobility is in the fast lane. This is also reflected in the number of exhibitors and their activities in and around the international exhibition Power2Drive Europe: More

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The smarter E AWARD 2024: Finalists Present Pioneering Solutions for a Renewable 24/7 Energy Supply

May 8, 2024

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The smarter E AWARD 2024: Finalists Present Pioneering Solutions for a Renewable 24/7 Energy Supply

The energy industry is undergoing a radical transformation. Renewable sources of energy have become increasingly profitable in recent years and are now the most economically viable solution for generating electricity

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Contributing to the Energy Transition with Bidirectional Charging

April 25, 2024

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Contributing to the Energy Transition with Bidirectional Charging

In the coming years, e-mobility is set to play an increasingly important role in the energy transition. But it’s about much more than driving on climate-neutral electricity from renewable sources: The batteries of electric vehicles can be used as temporary storage.

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Electric Mobility as Part of the German Energy Transition: Record Year 2023, Challenging Start into 2024, and the Contribution of Energy Suppliers

April 24, 2024

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Electric Mobility as Part of the German Energy Transition: Record Year 2023, Challenging Start into 2024, and the Contribution of Energy Suppliers

Electric mobility plays an important role in the German energy transition and in achieving Germany's climate targets.

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New Opportunities for the European Battery Industry: Technological Trends and Developments in 2024

April 11, 2024

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New Opportunities for the European Battery Industry: Technological Trends and Developments in 2024

The battery industry is steadily moving forward: With the increasing electrification of vehicles and the expansion of renewable sources of energy, the global demand for batteries is growing. New technologies, as well as strategic and geopolitical decisions, will impact the battery and electromobility sectors, creating both opportunities and challenges.

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Offsetting High Electricity Costs With Energy Efficiency – Energy Suppliers Support Households

February 28, 2024

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Offsetting High Electricity Costs With Energy Efficiency – Energy Suppliers Support Households

Energy suppliers with a comprehensive range of energy efficiency measures will be awarded in the energy efficiency category at the Energiewende Award ceremony.

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Call for Innovations in Energy and Mobility: Application Period for The smarter E AWARD Starts Now

November 30, 2023

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Call for Innovations in Energy and Mobility: Application Period for The smarter E AWARD Starts Now

The smarter E AWARD moves into the next round and has been completely revamped. From December 1, 2023, companies will have the chance to submit their innovations or projects and compete for The smarter E AWARD – for the first time in five categories.

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Transforming Parking Lots Into Solar Power Plants – The Huge Potential of Parking Lot PV

September 12, 2023

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Transforming Parking Lots Into Solar Power Plants – The Huge Potential of Parking Lot PV

Through parking lot PV, there is huge potential here to generate green electricity and make dual use of sealed surfaces. Read more here.

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Launch of Power2Drive South America Exhibition and Conference 2024

June 29, 2023

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Launch of Power2Drive South America Exhibition and Conference 2024

Renewable energies, energy storage and e-mobility play a central role in achieving climate protection targets. As efficient and environmentally friendly mobility solutions, electric vehicles have an important contribution to make to the energy transition.

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Power2Drive Europe: International Exhibition Reflects Strong E-Mobility Boom

June 26, 2023

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Power2Drive Europe: International Exhibition Reflects Strong E-Mobility Boom

Power2Drive Europe 2023 provided a picture of tomorrow’s mobility and its role in future smart energy systems.

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Integrated Exhibition Concept Catches on: The smarter E Europe was Bigger and More International than Ever

June 16, 2023

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Integrated Exhibition Concept Catches on: The smarter E Europe was Bigger and More International than Ever

After three exhibition days and inspiring conferences and forums, Europe’s largest platform for the energy industry publishes a record success...

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The Gates Have Opened: The smarter E Europe 2023 is all About 24/7 Renewable Energy Supply

June 14, 2023

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The Gates Have Opened: The smarter E Europe 2023 is all About 24/7 Renewable Energy Supply

The potential of renewable energies is vast. However, only a fraction of this potential is being used, and almost 80 percent of the energy required worldwide is still being generated from fossil fuels.

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Power2Drive AWARD 2023 Winners Announced: Smart Charging, Megawatt Charging Plug and EV Battery Analysis

June 13, 2023

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Power2Drive AWARD 2023 Winners Announced: Smart Charging, Megawatt Charging Plug and EV Battery Analysis

Debut of the Power2Drive AWARD: This evening, innovators in the field of electromobility and charging infrastructure were honored for the first time on a big stage in the International Congress Center München (ICM).

News
The Smarter E Europe Sticks to Munich as an Exhibition Location

June 12, 2023

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The Smarter E Europe Sticks to Munich as an Exhibition Location

Europe`s largest platform for the energy industry remains loyal to Munich as a exhibition location.

Press Release
A strong trend toward electric mobility increases demand for private and public charging stations

June 07, 2023

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A strong trend toward electric mobility increases demand for private and public charging stations

With a rise in electric car registrations, the demand for private and public charging stations is also increasing.

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Power on for Mobility: Power2Drive Europe Presents Program

June 6, 2023

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Power on for Mobility: Power2Drive Europe Presents Program

If we want to meet our climate protection goals, the mobility transition is an important cornerstone

Pressemeldung
Power2Drive Europe: Mobile Electricity Storage Systems for Private Homes and Businesses – and for a Stable Power Grid

May 25, 2023

Pressemeldung
Power2Drive Europe: Mobile Electricity Storage Systems for Private Homes and Businesses – and for a Stable Power Grid

According to statistics from the European Alternative Fuels Observatory, over six million electric and hybrid cars were on Europe’s roads in 2022. From 2035 onward, all cars will have to be electric in the EU

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The Backbone of the Mobility Transition: The Netherlands Leads in the Number of Charging Points, Followed by France and Germany

April 19, 2023

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The Backbone of the Mobility Transition: The Netherlands Leads in the Number of Charging Points, Followed by France and Germany

Electromobility will not be successful without a comprehensive charging infrastructure.

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International Exhibition for Charging Infrastructure and E-Mobility Expands Exhibition Space

January 24, 2023

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International Exhibition for Charging Infrastructure and E-Mobility Expands Exhibition Space

E-mobility and charging infrastructure are more in demand than ever before! The industry is turning its attention to Power2Drive Europe. Despite the recent expansion of the leading European exhibition for charging infrastructure and e-mobility, the exhibition space is almost fully booked.

The smarter E Podcast
Michael Keller, CTO from CHarIN
Bidirectional Charging in Europe: Challenges & Opportunities

The smarter E Podcast Episode 200 | Language: English

November 28, 2024

We speak with Michael Keller about bidirectional charging in Europe

Johannes Buberger, Research Associate at the University of the Federal Armed Forces in Munich.
The Future of Energy Integration: Bidirectional Charging and Multi-Level Batteries

The smarter E Podcast Episode 199 | Language: German

November 21, 2024

We speak with Johannes Buberger about bidirectional charging and multi-level batteries

Johannes Buberger, Research Associate at the University of the Federal Armed Forces in Munich.
The Future of Energy Integration: Bidirectional Charging and Multi-Level Batteries

We speak with Johannes Buberger about bidirectional charging and multi-level batteries

Christoph Stürmer, Automotive Expert
Automotive Industry in Transition: Retrofit as the Savior of Electrification?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 194 | Language: German

Oktober 10, 2024

We speak with Christoph Stürmer about retrofitting in the automotive industry

Christoph Stürmer, Automotive Expert
Automotive Industry in Transition: Retrofit as the Savior of Electrification?

We speak with Christoph Stürmer about retrofitting in the automotive industry

Hanna Full, Senior Consultant Energy & E-Mobility from GP Joule
How Can Fleet Electrification Be Economically and Sustainably Successful?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 193 | Language: German

Oktober 3, 2024

We speak with Hanna Full about successful fleet electrification

Hanna Full, Senior Consultant Energy & E-Mobility from GP Joule
How Can Fleet Electrification Be Economically and Sustainably Successful?

We speak with Hanna Full about successful fleet electrification

Markus Emmert, Management Board and Head of Strategic Cooperations from German Federal Association for eMobility
Maritime Electromobility - Future or Madness?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 191 | Language: German

September 19, 2024

We speak with Markus Emmert about electrification of the maritime industry

Markus Emmert, Management Board and Head of Strategic Cooperations from German Federal Association for eMobility
Maritime Electromobility - Future or Madness?

We speak with Markus Emmert about electrification of the maritime industry

Katharina Eickelberg, Senior Vice President Global Communication & Sustainability from SMA Solar Technology AG
Renewable Growth vs. Sustainability: Can We Balance the Footprint?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 190 | Language: English

September 12, 2024

We speak with Katharina Eickelberg about sustainability in the field of renewable energies

Katharina Eickelberg, Senior Vice President Global Communication & Sustainability from SMA Solar Technology AG
Renewable Growth vs. Sustainability: Can We Balance the Footprint?

We speak with Katharina Eickelberg about sustainability in the field of renewable energies

Dennis Schulmeyer, CEO from LADE GmbH
AI-Based Energy Management: The Future Is Now

The smarter E Podcast Episode 189 | Language: German

September 5, 2024

We speak with Dennis Schulmeyer about ai-based energy management

Dennis Schulmeyer, CEO from LADE GmbH
AI-Based Energy Management: The Future Is Now

We speak with Dennis Schulmeyer about ai-based energy management

Helmut-Klaus Schimany and Krispin Romang
Electromobility in Austria and Switzerland - What's different with our neighbors?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 187 | Language: German

August 15, 2024

We speak with Helmut-Klaus Schimany and Krispin Romang about developments and trends in electromobility in DACH

Helmut-Klaus Schimany and Krispin Romang
Electromobility in Austria and Switzerland - What's different with our neighbors?

We speak with Helmut-Klaus Schimany and Krispin Romang about developments and trends in electromobility in DACH

Wulf Schlachter, CEO at DXBe Management Group
Electric Mobility Worldwide: Trends and Challenges

The smarter E Podcast Episode 186 | Language: English

August 8, 2024

We speak with Wulf Schlachter from DXBe Management Group about gobal innovation and trends in electromobility

Wulf Schlachter, CEO at DXBe Management Group
Electric Mobility Worldwide: Trends and Challenges

We speak with Wulf Schlachter from DXBe Management Group about gobal innovation and trends in electromobility

Dr. Stefan Reber and Dr. Johannes Eisenlohr at focusEnergie
Opportunities and Challenges in Sector Coupling For Commercial and Industrial PV Installations

The smarter E Podcast Episode 185 | Language: German

August 8, 2024

We speak with Dr. Stefan Reber and Dr. Johannes Eisenlohr about PV commercial and industrial installations

Dr. Stefan Reber and Dr. Johannes Eisenlohr at focusEnergie
Opportunities and Challenges in Sector Coupling For Commercial and Industrial PV Installations

We speak with Dr. Stefan Reber and Dr. Johannes Eisenlohr about PV commercial and industrial installations

Thorben Maier, Designwerk Technologies
Megawatt Charging for a Mobility Transition in Heavy Duty Transport?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 181 | Language: German

July 4, 2024

We speak with Thorben Maier about megawatt charging

Thorben Maier, Designwerk Technologies
Megawatt Charging for a Mobility Transition in Heavy Duty Transport?

We speak with Thorben Maier about megawatt charging

Rana Adib, Executive Director of REN21
The Energy Transition is More Than Electricity

The smarter E Podcast Episode 180 | Language: Englisch

June 27, 2024

We speak with Rana Adib about the latest trends in energy supply

Rana Adib, Executive Director of REN21
The Energy Transition is More Than Electricity

We speak with Rana Adib about the latest trends in energy supply

Marcel Brzank, Head of Product Lifecycle Management High Power Charging at Siemens
Fast Charging: The Future of Electromobility

The smarter E Podcast Episode 178 | Language: German

June 6, 2024

We speak with Marcel Brzank about developments, innovations and obstacles in the fast-charging sector

Marcel Brzank, Head of Product Lifecycle Management High Power Charging at Siemens
Fast Charging: The Future of Electromobility

We speak with Marcel Brzank about developments, innovations and obstacles in the fast-charging sector

Alexander Neuhäuser, Managing Director of the German Electrical and Information Technology Trades Association (ZVEH)
Smart combined – Future Technologies in the E-Craft Sector

The smarter E Podcast Episode 176 | Language: German

May 23, 2024

We speak with Alexander Neuhäuser about future technologies in the e-craft sector

Alexander Neuhäuser, Managing Director of the German Electrical and Information Technology Trades Association (ZVEH)
Smart combined – Future Technologies in the E-Craft Sector

We speak with Alexander Neuhäuser about future technologies in the e-craft sector

Hans Urban, freelance consultant for renewable energy, e-mobility and storage
No Stable and Secure Energy System Without Storage

The smarter E Podcast Episode 174 | Language: German

May 9, 2024

We speak with Hans Urban about the importance of large-scale storage

Hans Urban, freelance consultant for renewable energy, e-mobility and storage
No Stable and Secure Energy System Without Storage

We speak with Hans Urban about the importance of large-scale storage

Benedikt Rothhagen, Project Manager of the Battery Production division at the VDMA.
Battery Production: Can Europe Keep Up?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 173 | Language: English

May 2, 2024

We speak with Benedikt Rothhagen of the VDMA.

Benedikt Rothhagen, Project Manager of the Battery Production division at the VDMA.
Battery Production: Can Europe Keep Up?

We speak with Benedikt Rothhagen of the VDMA.

Eduard Schlutius, CEO, reev
Intelligent ChargingSsoftware - Solutions for the Electric Fleet

The smarter E Podcast Episode 172 | Language: German

April 18, 2024

We talk with Eduard Schlutius, CEO of reev.

Eduard Schlutius, CEO, reev
Intelligent ChargingSsoftware - Solutions for the Electric Fleet

We talk with Eduard Schlutius, CEO of reev.

Dr. Julia Hildermeier, Senior Associate, Regulatory Assistance Project
Megawatt Charging: the Future of a Sustainable Heavy Duty Transport?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 170 | Language: English

March 21, 2023

We speak with Dr. Julia Hildermeier of the Regulatory Assistance Project about the MCS Technology.

Dr. Julia Hildermeier, Senior Associate, Regulatory Assistance Project
Megawatt Charging: the Future of a Sustainable Heavy Duty Transport?

We speak with Dr. Julia Hildermeier of the Regulatory Assistance Project about the MCS Technology.

Marcus Zacher, editor-in-chief of elektroautomobil
Is the European Car Industry Being Overrun by China?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 169 | Language: German

March 14, 2024

We talk to Marcus Zacher, editor-in-chief of elektroautomobil, the specialist magazine for electric mobility, about the European car industry and China's presence.

Marcus Zacher, editor-in-chief of elektroautomobil
Is the European Car Industry Being Overrun by China?

We talk to Marcus Zacher, editor-in-chief of elektroautomobil, the specialist magazine for electric mobility, about the European car industry and China's presence.

Jan Lozek, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Future Energy Ventures
Startup Deep Dive: How They Can Be a Driver of the Energy Transition

The smarter E Podcast Episode 162 | Language: English

January 18, 2024

We speak with Jan Lozek about the role of start-ups for a decentralised energy supply with renewable energies.

Jan Lozek, Managing Partner and Co-Founder of Future Energy Ventures
Startup Deep Dive: How They Can Be a Driver of the Energy Transition

We speak with Jan Lozek about the role of start-ups for a decentralised energy supply with renewable energies.

Dipl.-Ing. Wolfram Cüppers, CEO of LADEFIX
A Second Life for Charging Stations: How Does Refurbishing Work?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 159 | Language: German

December 7, 2023

We speak with Dipl.-Ing. Wolfram Cüppers about refurbishing of charging stations

Dipl.-Ing. Wolfram Cüppers, CEO of LADEFIX
A Second Life for Charging Stations: How Does Refurbishing Work?

We speak with Dipl.-Ing. Wolfram Cüppers about refurbishing of charging stations

Prof. Dr. Jochen Kreusel, Dr. Philipp Strauß
How Do We Design the Electricity Grids of the Future? Challenges and Solutions

The smarter E Podcast Episode 158 | Language: German

November 30, 2023

We speak with Prof. Dr. Jochen Kreusel and Dr. Philipp Strauß about the challenges and solutions for the electricity grid through renewable energies.

Prof. Dr. Jochen Kreusel, Dr. Philipp Strauß
How Do We Design the Electricity Grids of the Future? Challenges and Solutions

We speak with Prof. Dr. Jochen Kreusel and Dr. Philipp Strauß about the challenges and solutions for the electricity grid through renewable energies.

Amélie Wippern is group manager for photovoltaics and electric mobility at Stadtwerke Energie GmbH
How Municipal Utilities Are Driving the Mobility Revolution

The smarter E Podcast Episode 152 | Language: German

October 5, 2023

How can utilities influence large-scale deployment of e-mobility? And what does a municipal approach to electric mobility look like?

Amélie Wippern is group manager for photovoltaics and electric mobility at Stadtwerke Energie GmbH
How Municipal Utilities Are Driving the Mobility Revolution

How can utilities influence large-scale deployment of e-mobility? And what does a municipal approach to electric mobility look like?

Ralph Müller-Eberstein, Business Development Manager at ebee smart Technologies GmbH
Ladeinfrastruktur vs. Immobilienwirtschaft: Wege aus der Ladekrise

The smarter E Podcast Episode 151 | Language:German

September 21, 2023

New guidelines for both tenancy law and the construction are supposed to optimize charging stations in apartment buildings.

Ralph Müller-Eberstein, Business Development Manager at ebee smart Technologies GmbH
Ladeinfrastruktur vs. Immobilienwirtschaft: Wege aus der Ladekrise

New guidelines for both tenancy law and the construction are supposed to optimize charging stations in apartment buildings.

Dr. Nam Truong, Co-Founder and CEO of STABL Energy
Second-Life Batteries: The Path to a Net-Zero Energy System

The smarter E Podcast Episode 146 | Language: English

August 17, 2023

We speak with Dr. Nam Truong from STABL about the imprtance of second-life storage for a Net Zero energy system in the future.

Dr. Nam Truong, Co-Founder and CEO of STABL Energy
Second-Life Batteries: The Path to a Net-Zero Energy System

We speak with Dr. Nam Truong from STABL about the imprtance of second-life storage for a Net Zero energy system in the future.

Antonia Gordt, Solar Cluster Baden-Württemberg e.V. and Jens Ritter, ClickCon GmbH & Co. KG.
PV Carports – Sensible Synergies for the New Mobility?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 145 | Language: German

August 10, 2023

A nationwide installation of PV systems on parking lots in Germany could cover the electricity needs of more than 17.2 million households. We speak with Antonia Gordt and Jens Ritter about the advantages, technical requirements and economic viability.

Antonia Gordt, Solar Cluster Baden-Württemberg e.V. and Jens Ritter, ClickCon GmbH & Co. KG.
PV Carports – Sensible Synergies for the New Mobility?

A nationwide installation of PV systems on parking lots in Germany could cover the electricity needs of more than 17.2 million households. We speak with Antonia Gordt and Jens Ritter about the advantages, technical requirements and economic viability.

Conrad Hammer
What Role Do Municipalities Play in Electromobility?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 140 | Language: German

July 6, 2023

Conrad Hammer, Head of Federal-State-Municipal Coordination and the Funding Team at the National Centre for Charging Infrastructure

Conrad Hammer
What Role Do Municipalities Play in Electromobility?

Conrad Hammer, Head of Federal-State-Municipal Coordination and the Funding Team at the National Centre for Charging Infrastructure

Axel Schäfer
E-mobility in Fleets: Intelligently Electrifying the Fleet

The smarter E Podcast Episode 138 | Language: German

June 22, 2023

Axel Schäfer, Managing Director of the Bundesverband Betriebliche Mobilität

Axel Schäfer
E-mobility in Fleets: Intelligently Electrifying the Fleet

Axel Schäfer, Managing Director of the Bundesverband Betriebliche Mobilität

Markus Emmert and Prof. Dr. Michael Powalla
AWARDs Special: These Innovations are Driving the Emobility and Solar Industries

The smarter E Podcast Episode 135 | Language: German

June 1, 2023

Markus Emmert, Chairman of the Bundesverband eMobilität and Prof. Dr. Michael Powalla, Member of the Board of the Zentrum für Sonnenenergie- und Wasserstoff-Forschung Baden-Württemberg ZSW.

Markus Emmert and Prof. Dr. Michael Powalla
AWARDs Special: These Innovations are Driving the Emobility and Solar Industries

Markus Emmert, Chairman of the Bundesverband eMobilität and Prof. Dr. Michael Powalla, Member of the Board of the Zentrum für Sonnenenergie- und Wasserstoff-Forschung Baden-Württemberg ZSW.

Dr. Stefan Perras, Thomas Gereke
How Close Are We to V2G Becoming a Daily Reality?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 134 | Language: English

May 18, 2023

Dr. Stefan Perras & Thomas Gereke of Siemens.

Dr. Stefan Perras, Thomas Gereke
How Close Are We to V2G Becoming a Daily Reality?

Dr. Stefan Perras & Thomas Gereke of Siemens.

Expert Interviews
Expert Interview
Electromobility on the Rise: Opportunities, Challenges and Rules

January 21, 2025

Andreas Varesi explains why political guidelines are essential for the ramp-up of electromobility.

Expert Interview
Electrification of vehicle fleets: efficiency meets sustainability

December 4, 2024

The electrification of vehicle fleets is a key step towards the energy transition. GP Joule shows how companies can benefit economically.

Expert Interview
Electrification of vehicle fleets: efficiency meets sustainability

The electrification of vehicle fleets is a key step towards the energy transition. GP Joule shows how companies can benefit economically.

Experte Interview
“Just One Piece of the Puzzle Left to Solve”

October 15, 2024

Interview with Aurore Lantrain from EPEX SPOT about local flexibility as a key solution to grid congestion

Experte Interview
“Just One Piece of the Puzzle Left to Solve”

Interview with Aurore Lantrain from EPEX SPOT about local flexibility as a key solution to grid congestion

Expert Interview
“The Electrification of Heavy Goods Transport Will Be Based on Battery-Electric Solutions”

September 24, 2024

Megawatt charging as a game changer? In an interview with Torben Maier, Head of Sales & Customer Service Charging Technology at Designwerk Technologies, we discuss the particular challenges involved in the electrification of heavy goods transport. Among other things, Maier explains the role of large batteries, the importance of an efficient charging infrastructure and why battery-electric drives are preferred over hydrogen.

Expert Interview
“The Electrification of Heavy Goods Transport Will Be Based on Battery-Electric Solutions”

Megawatt charging as a game changer? In an interview with Torben Maier, Head of Sales & Customer Service Charging Technology at Designwerk Technologies, we discuss the particular challenges involved in the electrification of heavy goods transport. Among other things, Maier explains the role of large batteries, the importance of an efficient charging infrastructure and why battery-electric drives are preferred over hydrogen.

Expert Interviw
“The charging infrastructure needs to be expanded even more”

June 17, 2024

Fast charging stations powered by direct current are required throughout Europe if we are to ensure that e-mobility not only appeals to commuters and regional transportation providers, but also to travelers and vacationers.

Expert Interviw
“The charging infrastructure needs to be expanded even more”

Fast charging stations powered by direct current are required throughout Europe if we are to ensure that e-mobility not only appeals to commuters and regional transportation providers, but also to travelers and vacationers.

Expert Interview
Energy Transition Award: Utilities Are Honored for Sustainable Energy Concepts

June 3, 2024

The 8th Energy Transition Award for utilities will be presented at The smarter E Europe on June 20, 2024

Expert Interview
Energy Transition Award: Utilities Are Honored for Sustainable Energy Concepts

The 8th Energy Transition Award for utilities will be presented at The smarter E Europe on June 20, 2024

Expert Interview
“Certain brands will definitely see double-digit growth”

May 15, 2024

What does the growing number of imports from China mean for European car manufacturers? Interview with Marcus Zacher.

Expert Interview
“Certain brands will definitely see double-digit growth”

What does the growing number of imports from China mean for European car manufacturers? Interview with Marcus Zacher.

Expert Interview
"Power electronics is the key technology that connects everything."

April 26, 2024

Interview with Dr. Sönke Rogalla, Fraunhofer ISE, about the exciting trends in the area of power converters.

Expert Interview
"Power electronics is the key technology that connects everything."

Interview with Dr. Sönke Rogalla, Fraunhofer ISE, about the exciting trends in the area of power converters.

Expert Interview
“We are driving sector coupling in buildings”

April 25, 2024

Interview with KNX Association CEO Heinz Lux about KNX and smart homes

Expert Interview
“We are driving sector coupling in buildings”

Interview with KNX Association CEO Heinz Lux about KNX and smart homes

Expert Interview
"State planning and smart licensing are probably inevitable"

April 19, 2024

Interview with Christoph Stürmer, Charin, about charging options for electric vehicles

Expert Interview
"State planning and smart licensing are probably inevitable"

Interview with Christoph Stürmer, Charin, about charging options for electric vehicles

Expert Interview
“We want to digitalize the entire electricity market”

March 18, 2024

Start-up interview with Michael Seeholzer, Virtual Global Trading

Expert Interview
“We want to digitalize the entire electricity market”

Start-up interview with Michael Seeholzer, Virtual Global Trading

Expert Interview
New Requirements: Interview on the Opportunities and Obstacles of the GHG Quota

March 18, 2024

Electromobility expert Matthias Kerner explains in an interview where there are still huge obstacles, especially when it comes to implementing the new greenhouse gas quota (GHG quota) - and what opportunities exist despite all this.

Expert Interview
New Requirements: Interview on the Opportunities and Obstacles of the GHG Quota

Electromobility expert Matthias Kerner explains in an interview where there are still huge obstacles, especially when it comes to implementing the new greenhouse gas quota (GHG quota) - and what opportunities exist despite all this.

Expert Interview
General Overhaul of Charging Stations for E-Vehicles

February 5, 2024

The company Ladefix implements the sustainable idea of completely renewing a charging station instead of disposing of it and gives a second life to ageing charging stations. How does this work and what are the challenges involved? Company founder Wolfram Cüppers reveals.

Expert Interview
General Overhaul of Charging Stations for E-Vehicles

The company Ladefix implements the sustainable idea of completely renewing a charging station instead of disposing of it and gives a second life to ageing charging stations. How does this work and what are the challenges involved? Company founder Wolfram Cüppers reveals.

Expert Interview
Charging Infrastructure: "The real estate industry is currently only doing what is required by law"

December 8, 2023

Interview with Ralph Müller-Eberstein from ebee smart technologies about the role of charging infrastructure in the real estate industry.

Expert Interview
Charging Infrastructure: "The real estate industry is currently only doing what is required by law"

Interview with Ralph Müller-Eberstein from ebee smart technologies about the role of charging infrastructure in the real estate industry.

Expert Interview
Start-ups: “The opportunities are huge”

December 6, 2023

Felix Krause, Managing Partner of Vireo Ventures on the role of start-ups in creating a future-oriented energy world

Expert Interview
Start-ups: “The opportunities are huge”

Felix Krause, Managing Partner of Vireo Ventures on the role of start-ups in creating a future-oriented energy world

Expert Interview
"The charging infrastructure is making progress, but is still a long way from the expansion target"

November 7, 2023

Interview with Kurt Sigl, President of the German eMobility Association, on the status quo of electric mobility in Germany, demands on politicians and the roles of BEM and Power2Drive.

Expert Interview
"The charging infrastructure is making progress, but is still a long way from the expansion target"

Interview with Kurt Sigl, President of the German eMobility Association, on the status quo of electric mobility in Germany, demands on politicians and the roles of BEM and Power2Drive.

Expert Interview
“The Sexiness of User Experience Is Critical to the Success of the Energy Transition”

October 19, 2023

Interview with IoT expert Marco Oesterlein on the problems and solutions of digitalization.

Expert Interview
“The Sexiness of User Experience Is Critical to the Success of the Energy Transition”

Interview with IoT expert Marco Oesterlein on the problems and solutions of digitalization.

Start-up Interview
Simple and Efficient Energy Sharing

September 22, 2023

Start-up Interview
Simple and Efficient Energy Sharing

Start-up interview on energy communities and energy management with Lukas Prenner, founder of EnergyFamily

Interview
„As Simple As Car Sharing“

September 18, 2023

Interview with bne’s David Krehan on promoting prosumption and energy sharing in Germany

Interview
„As Simple As Car Sharing“

Interview with bne’s David Krehan on promoting prosumption and energy sharing in Germany

Expert Interview
Electrification of the Vehicle Fleet: "First of All, Reliable Deliverability of the Vehicles Must be Guaranteed".

August 16, 2023

In this interview, Axel Schäfer talks about the electrification of vehicle fleets and what needs to be considered.

Expert Interview
Electrification of the Vehicle Fleet: "First of All, Reliable Deliverability of the Vehicles Must be Guaranteed".

In this interview, Axel Schäfer talks about the electrification of vehicle fleets and what needs to be considered.

Expert Interview
How a Digital Twin Can Help Developing the European Power Grid

August 14, 2023

Interview with Peter Vermaat, EU DSO Entity, on developing the European power grid.

Expert Interview
How a Digital Twin Can Help Developing the European Power Grid

Interview with Peter Vermaat, EU DSO Entity, on developing the European power grid.

Expert Interview
Distributed Energy Resources & Consumer Empowering

June 1, 2023

Expert Interview
Distributed Energy Resources & Consumer Empowering

Anne Nysaether, Elvia, and Michael Villa, smartEn, give a brief outlook on their EM-Power Europe Conference session.

Expert Interview
Interview with Katarzyna Rezza Vega

Interview with Katarzyna Rezza Vega, Head of Women Energize Women

Expert Interview
Interview with Katarzyna Rezza Vega

Interview with Katarzyna Rezza Vega, Head of Women Energize Women

Expert Interview
The Challenges and Opportunities of Charging at Work

April 19, 2023

The Fraunhofer IAO project LamA® - Charging at Work aims to make mobility future-proof, more efficient and more cost-effective. In this interview, Felix Tröscher from the IAO reveals details about the project and gives tips on how charging at the workplace works.

Expert Interview
The Challenges and Opportunities of Charging at Work

The Fraunhofer IAO project LamA® - Charging at Work aims to make mobility future-proof, more efficient and more cost-effective. In this interview, Felix Tröscher from the IAO reveals details about the project and gives tips on how charging at the workplace works.

Expert Interview
“Making the Distribution Grid Future-Proof”

March 13, 2023

Interview with Andreas Neuhauser, Head of Communications at illwerke vkw on e-mobility and grid development

Expert Interview
“Making the Distribution Grid Future-Proof”

Interview with Andreas Neuhauser, Head of Communications at illwerke vkw on e-mobility and grid development

Expert Interview
Smart Charging and Cybersecurity in the Mobility Transition

February 23, 2023

Baerte de Brey speaks about opportunities and risks for grid operators & consumers through smart charging and cybersecurity

Expert Interview
Smart Charging and Cybersecurity in the Mobility Transition

Baerte de Brey speaks about opportunities and risks for grid operators & consumers through smart charging and cybersecurity

Industry News
Start-up Interview
„The E-Mobility Market is Poised for a Resurgence Next Year“

December 12, 2024

Start-up interview with Felix Krause from VC Vireo Ventures about Start-up business landscape

Industry News
France: New Provisions on Parking Lot PV Requirement

November 30, 2024

Industry News
France: New Provisions on Parking Lot PV Requirement

France’s new provisions on parking lot PV define the dimensions of the parking lots in question, as well as exemptions and penalties for non-compliance.

Start-up Interview
“The Big Book of Plots”

November 27, 2024

Start-up Interview
“The Big Book of Plots”

Start-up interview with Todor Kostov from Reasonance about Atlas, an AI platform for the energy industry

Industry News
EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs: Striking a Balance Between Fair Competition and Domestic Industry

14. Oktober 2024

Industry News
EU Tariffs on Chinese EVs: Striking a Balance Between Fair Competition and Domestic Industry

The Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP)'s latest study dives deep into the economic landscape of deploying a megawatt charging infrastructure for long-haul freight, offering crucial insights for policymakers, infrastructure planners, and operators.

Industry News
The Mobility House Drive Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Forward

August 9, 2024

Industry News
The Mobility House Drive Vehicle-to-Grid Technology Forward

The Mobility House shows how V2G services are implemented and brought to market

Industry News
Global E-Mobility Outlook: A Glimpse into the Future

July 16, 2024

PwC presented its latest findings and analyses on global electromobility.

Industry News
Global E-Mobility Outlook: A Glimpse into the Future

PwC presented its latest findings and analyses on global electromobility.

Industry News
Still Not Fast Enough, Despite Record-Breaking Year

July 01, 2024

REN21 launches third part of the Renewables 2024 Global Status Report at The smarter E Europe

Industry News
Still Not Fast Enough, Despite Record-Breaking Year

REN21 launches third part of the Renewables 2024 Global Status Report at The smarter E Europe

News
EDP Organizes Sustainable Development Event at The smarter E Europe

June 28, 2024

News
EDP Organizes Sustainable Development Event at The smarter E Europe

Cate Blanchett, Ban Ki-moon and others spoke at The smarter E Europe 2024

Industry News
EM-Power Europe: Start-ups Are Digitalizing the Energy World

May 21, 2024

Innovations for the digitalized energy world

Industry News
EM-Power Europe: Start-ups Are Digitalizing the Energy World

Innovations for the digitalized energy world

Industry News
The smarter E Forum: Sector Coupling in Practice

May 17, 2024

Industry News
The smarter E Forum: Sector Coupling in Practice

The smarter E Forum provides a diverse program around smart grids and prosuming.

Start-up Interview
“Our integrated solution is quite unique”

April 24, 2024

Start-up Interview
“Our integrated solution is quite unique”

Start-up iInterview with Nuno Taveira, CEO bei Enfasys

Industry News
Smart Combination: PV, Storage Systems, E-Mobility and Heat Pumps
Industry News
Smart Combination: PV, Storage Systems, E-Mobility and Heat Pumps

How private consumers can become self-sufficient in the electricity, heating and transport sectors

Expert Interview
“We want to digitalize the entire electricity market”

March 18, 2024

Start-up interview with Michael Seeholzer, Virtual Global Trading

Expert Interview
“We want to digitalize the entire electricity market”

Start-up interview with Michael Seeholzer, Virtual Global Trading

Industry News
Flexibility: Who Supplies What?

March 1, 2024

Industry News
Flexibility: Who Supplies What?

How flexible consumers help balance the power system.

Industry News
Flexibility: What Signals Do We Need?

February 26, 2024

Industry News
Flexibility: What Signals Do We Need?

Why flexible electricity tariffs and dynamic grid charges work best when combined

Industry News
Study: Unlocking the Potential of Electric Freight Transport in Europe

February 22, 2024

Industry News
Study: Unlocking the Potential of Electric Freight Transport in Europe

The Regulatory Assistance Project (RAP)'s latest study dives deep into the economic landscape of deploying a megawatt charging infrastructure for long-haul freight, offering crucial insights for policymakers, infrastructure planners, and operators.

Industry News
Soon There Will Be Business Models for Robust Grids

February 21, 2024

Industry News
Soon There Will Be Business Models for Robust Grids

Future Power Grids Conference explores path to system stability.

Start-up Interview
“We Give Our Customers More Freedom”

February 21, 2024

Start-up interview with Wilhelm Appler, clever-PV

Start-up Interview
“We Give Our Customers More Freedom”

Start-up interview with Wilhelm Appler, clever-PV

Industry News
On the Road in Europe With an Electric Car? Where There Are the Most Charging Points

February 19, 2024

Industry News
On the Road in Europe With an Electric Car? Where There Are the Most Charging Points

In 2023, the charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in the European Union once again recorded strong growth of almost 41%.

Industry News
Distribution Grids Take Control

February 1, 2024

Industry News
Distribution Grids Take Control

How grid companies use digitalization to monitor and stabilize their grids.

Expert Interview
Start-ups: “The opportunities are huge”

December 6, 2023

Felix Krause, Managing Partner of Vireo Ventures on the role of start-ups in creating a future-oriented energy world

Expert Interview
Start-ups: “The opportunities are huge”

Felix Krause, Managing Partner of Vireo Ventures on the role of start-ups in creating a future-oriented energy world

Start-up Story
A Pacemaker for Routers

December 4, 2023

Start-up Story
A Pacemaker for Routers

Start-up keeconn has developed a simple and secure solution for monitoring routers.

Industry News
"Transformation Atlas" shows the impact of electromobility on electricity grids

November 28, 2023

Industry News
"Transformation Atlas" shows the impact of electromobility on electricity grids

The increasing use of electromobility will significantly increase the demand for electricity in Germany in the coming years. Researchers at Fraunhofer IEE and the University of Kassel have investigated the challenges this will pose for the electricity grids as part of the "Decarbonising transport - energy system feedback" (DeV-KopSys-2) project.

Industry News
Revolutionary E-Car Charging Station Uses Wind and Solar Energy

October 20, 2023

Industry News
Revolutionary E-Car Charging Station Uses Wind and Solar Energy

Groundbreaking development in the field of sustainable e-mobility: The US company Change Wind Power has developed an e-car charging station that can simultaneously supply fresh energy through the intelligent use of wind and solar energy up to six electric vehicles

Start-up Interview
Simple and Efficient Energy Sharing

September 22, 2023

Start-up Interview
Simple and Efficient Energy Sharing

Start-up interview on energy communities and energy management with Lukas Prenner, founder of EnergyFamily

News
Just Get Involved

July 21, 2023

News
Just Get Involved

Meet some of our AWARD winners as well as some start-ups and their energy management systems

News
Central Eastern Europe - Hub for E-Mobility & Battery Industry?

July 17, 2023

News
Central Eastern Europe - Hub for E-Mobility & Battery Industry?

Central Eastern Europe is an important production location for electromobility. This was underlined by Patrik Krizansky of AVERE at the Power2Drive Conference in June. He sees great potential in heavy-duty transport.

Important Notice
Two Major Events, One City – Book Your Hotel in Good Time!

July 13, 2023

Important Notice
Two Major Events, One City – Book Your Hotel in Good Time!

Several European Championship matches will take place in Munich at the same time as The smarter E Europe. We strongly advise you to book your accommodation for the exhibition period early.

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The Smarter E Europe Sticks to Munich as an Exhibition Location

June 12, 2023

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The Smarter E Europe Sticks to Munich as an Exhibition Location

Europe`s largest platform for the energy industry remains loyal to Munich as a exhibition location.

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The smarter E Digital: Access Smart Energy Insights — Anytime, Anywhere!

June 12, 2023

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The smarter E Digital: Access Smart Energy Insights — Anytime, Anywhere!

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