BEST-Storage aims to develop both long- and short-term high-energy density storage solutions. These include a thermo-chemical and loss-free storage technology for seasonal storage, two phase-change materials slurry concepts, and vacuum-insulated water storage, for cold and warm applications to shift peak load demands. The project will integrate these storage solutions into smart-building energy management systems to reduce operating costs for short-term applications.

BEFLEXIBLE project aims to overcome existing limitations in the electricity markets by applying versatile solutions that allow grids to adapt to upcoming scenarios. Thus, it will promote mechanisms that provide benefits to all actors in the energy market (from market operators to end users), responding to all types of consumer needs. BEFLEXIBLE’s objective is to increase the flexibility of the energy system, improve cooperation between Distribution System Operators (DSOs) and Transmission System Operators (TSOs) and facilitate the participation of all energy-related stakeholders.

The AGISTIN project addresses critical challenges for industrial grid users, grid operators, renewable energy developers, and storage manufacturers. It aims to reduce pressure on grid connection capacity and minimise the need for grid reinforcement, benefiting all stakeholders. By leveraging DC coupling, the project enables industrial grid users to economically integrate significantly more on-site renewables compared to traditional approaches.

The AdvanSiC project aims to develop cost-effective High-Voltage Silicon Carbide (SiC) MOSFETs for Medium-Voltage DC (MVDC) grid applications. It focuses on reducing epitaxy costs, designing efficient 3.3 kV SiC MOSFET chips, and optimising HV power module development. The aim is to minimise HV SiC device cost by advancing novel design structures and process optimisation.

The THUMBS UP project aims to develop thermal energy storage (TES) solutions for EU buildings to enhance energy efficiency and grid flexibility. It includes technology development, integration, validation, and modeling. Objectives: TES technology development, integration with building systems, validation in diverse sites, and replication studies. Measurable outcomes: replicability, socio-economic benefits, environmental contributions, market transformation, and policy promotion for TES adoption.

SINNOGENES aims to transform energy storage for a greener future. It focuses on developing and showcasing the SINNO energy toolkit, a versatile suite of technologies like batteries, flywheels, and power-to-gas systems. These solutions will be applied across various sectors, boosting reliance on renewables and reducing carbon emissions. Additionally, SINNOGENES integrates these innovations into real-world scenarios, enhancing energy efficiency, resilience, and flexibility. Engaging diverse sectors, it offers practical, scalable, and economically viable models for energy storage adoption, crucial for sustainable energy systems.

DRIVE2X aims to accelerate the shift to mass electromobility deployment through innovative smart charging techniques and technological advancements in bidirectional charging solutions. A set of low-cost bidirectional charger units are tested and validated under different use cases in eight demonstrators, presenting different operational settings (buildings, homes, and directly at the grid level), contributing to accelerate the wide uptake of V2X (Vehicle-to-everything) technology.

In the 2LIPP project on the Energy Island of Bornholm, cutting-edge energy storage technologies and an innovative energy management system will be demonstrated side-by-side inside an operating combined heat and power plant. The purpose is to showcase a scalable, hybrid energy storage solution utilizing existing plant infrastructure, thereby achieving lower cost to deploy energy storage. The project will demonstrate a proof-of-concept for a disruptive approach to transitioning traditional power plants and combined heat and power plants to be able to operate effectively in a renewable energy grid.

The Mopo project aims to develop an innovative energy system modelling toolset for sustainable and resilient planning. It combines data production, scenario management, and sector-specific optimization, based on existing tools like Spine Toolbox and SpineOpt. Mopo will provide an open-access, high-resolution Pan-European dataset for adaptable energy planning. The modular design ensures wide applicability across various energy planning contexts, aiming for substantial sector-wide adoption within two years after completion.

WEDUSEA aims to demonstrate a grid-connected 1MW floating wave energy converter at the European Marine Energy Centre in Orkney, Scotland. The project’s primary focus is on validating the technology’s performance, reliability, and environmental impact in real sea conditions. Key objectives include showcasing the viability of wave energy devices for utility-scale deployment, contributing to policy development and technical standards, and increasing investor confidence in wave energy projects. Measurable outcomes include the demonstration of technology suitable for mass production, competitive Levelised Cost of Energy (LCOE), realisation of multi-megawatt array deployments, and public acceptance.