The EU Energy Projects Podcast Enlit Europe

The European Union finds itself at a crossroad, balancing the growth of renewable energy sources against the potential benefits of nuclear power.
In this episode, we delve into the intricate dance of progress and safety, exploring cutting-edge advancements and the contrasting views on nuclear energy's role in the EU's energy transition. 
In a world where the consequences of climate change are becoming increasingly evident, the debate surrounding the future of energy production has never been more critical. 

This Episode of The EU Energy Projects Podcast features insights from data experts Jelle Wilders (CCO Axual) and Laurent Schmitt (Head of Utilities & European Developments at dcbel & President at Digital4Grids), and unveils how the Kafka platfrom is becoming the cornerstone of secure and efficient power data exchange platforms. The team also discusses the examples of Projects Eddie and OneNet. 
The European Union's ambitious clean energy transition hinges not just on technological innovation but also on robust data management frameworks. As the EU leans into a future powered by renewable sources, the security and privacy of the data that orchestrates this monumental shift have taken the center stage.
 

Project EDDIE is the first data space to bring real-time consumer data into European energy markets.
In this episode of the EU Energy Projects Podcast, Areti is joined by Laurent Schmitt, who represents Project EDDIE, to discuss the importance of robust EU regulations in data protection, cybersecurity, cost efficiency, as well as Europe’s competitiveness in cloud and data spaces compared to China and the US.

Project EDDIE focuses on reducing cost of data sharing, making data interoperable and managing consumer consent. The whole endeavour isn’t without challenges, though. For example, flexibility management, as well as concerns regarding data access and security.

Laurent talks us through the intricacies of data spaces, a phenomenon shaping how we share and govern data across a federation of clouds with an emphasis on sovereignty, cybersecurity, and the geographic nature of data.

Laurent also addresses the nuances between freely available data and models that necessitate payment, and the role of open-source technology in this ecosystem.

Amidst the discussion, GDPR and the imperative of maintaining data anonymity resonate as foundational aspects of this transformation.  

The Podcast explores the emergent role of specialised companies like Decibel in the energy transition, Europe's standing in the global data sharing echelons, and the need for stringent technological safeguards against external cyber threats.

The conversation will also charge into the realm of electric vehicles, touching on the projected surge in both EVs and homes equipped with PVs by 2035, laying down the tracks for a future powered by renewables.             

Project EDDIE demonstrates how the need for robust regulations aligns with the ambition of making Europe a powerhouse of smart industry.

Stay tuned for a visionary episode full of insights and optimism for a greener, smarter world.

*Laurent Schmitt is the Head of Utilities & European Developments at dcbel & President at Digital4Grids

The building sector accounts for 36% of the EU's greenhouse gas emissions and 42% of the energy consumed. This episode of The EU Energy Projects Podcast explores the concept of green buildings and neighborhoods, with a focus on the EU-funded project PROBONO.
Key points:

The EU is taking steps to promote green buildings, including mandating all new buildings to be zero-emission by 2030.
Green buildings and neighborhoods offer numerous benefits, including reduced energy use, improved air quality, and enhanced community well-being.
Challenges include affordability, social acceptance, and integrating new technologies with existing infrastructure.
Project PROBONO highlights the potential of digital twins for planning and managing green communities.
Collaboration, shared knowledge, and public support are crucial for widespread adoption of green building practices.

In this episode of The EU Energy Projects Podcast, Areti delves into the EU initiative called "Clean Energy for EU Islands" and the impact it's having on over 2400 islands within the European Union. Areti interviews Zia Leonard and Cecile Barrer, who are part of the EU-funded project NESOI, which aims to facilitate the energy transition on EU islands.
They discuss the challenges and successes of the project, including the differences between islands in the north and south, the importance of capacity building and knowledge exchange, the role of energy communities, and the need for collaboration and funding. Join us as we explore the complexities of transitioning from fossil fuels to renewables on EU islands and the valuable support provided by projects like NESOI.

In this episode of the EU Projects Zone Podcast, Areti Ntaradimou is joined by Markus Taumberger to talk about iFLEX, an EU funded project that aims at empowering energy consumers.

To achieve that, the project tries to make it as easy as possible for energy consumers to participate in the demand response process.

"The iFLEX project is directly addressing the EU policies, namely the 2020-2030 climate and energy framework and the Energy Union" says Markus.

Adding, "There's a strong focus on renewables, self consumption, energy market overhaul and consumer empowerment".

The project’s ambition is, among other things, to create an intelligent personal assistant for the energy consumer, called the iFLEX Assistant.

And while the consumer will still have full control of the flexibility, the operation can be fully automated so that the consumer does not have to do anything on a daily basis.

Listen to this episode of the EU Projects Zone Podcast and hear from Markus Taumberger about the concept and objectives of the iFLEX project.