Flexa in Wirtschaftswoche: “Something big is coming”
In a recent piece by WirtschaftsWoche, the publication delves into the innovative strides made by Flexa, a joint venture between Enpal and Entrix. This collaboration aims to redefine the energy landscape through an integrated approach combining solar power, battery storage, and digital intelligence.
Flexa is pioneering the concept of a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) at the household level. The ambitious goal? To aggregate and intelligently manage private energy resources like solar panels, battery storage systems, and even heat pumps to create a dynamic, responsive energy network. According to Vjekoslav Salapic, Flexa's Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer, this network, planned to reach a capacity of one gigawatt by 2026, will enable smart energy trading for private households.
Sebastien Schikora, Flexa’s Chief Technology Officer, highlighted the central challenge of this innovation: accurately forecasting energy supply and demand from numerous decentralized households. By leveraging AI, Flexa's system learns not only user behavior but also factors like seasonal and weather patterns, ensuring precision in energy management and trading.
WirtschaftsWoche underscores the potential of Flexa’s approach, which could lead to significant savings for customers while opening up new business opportunities in the energy market. This venture is particularly crucial as Europe pushes towards sustainable energy solutions amidst market volatility.
As Mario Kohle, CEO of Enpal, emphasized, Flexa plays a pivotal role in Enpal’s holistic energy strategy. While immediate profitability is not the primary goal, the venture serves as a key component of their long-term vision. With a foundation built on innovative technology, strategic partnerships, and an agile team, Flexa is poised to lead the transition towards smarter, greener energy solutions.
Conclusion
Flexa represents a bold step towards a more resilient and efficient energy system. By empowering private households to be part of a decentralized energy revolution, Flexa aims to redefine energy management in a rapidly evolving market. As Mario Kohle aptly put it, "Something big is coming," and Flexa is at the forefront of this transformation.
