The Energy ECS project addresses Europe’s critical challenge of reducing dependence on fossil fuels and transitioning to sustainable energy systems, particularly in mobility. This is vital for societal resilience against climate change, energy security, and reducing emissions. The project’s overall objective is to accelerate the digitalization of e-mobility systems by developing advanced technologies in electronics, components, and systems (ECS), facilitating Europe…
Read MoreAs the Energy ECS project comes to a close after 3.5 years of dedicated work, we are proud to reflect on the significant impacts and achievements made possible through the collaboration of our partners. This project has been a journey of exploration and innovation, aiming to advance smart and secure energy solutions for future mobility.
Energy ECS delivers economic impacts and real-world applications
The Energy ECS project featured several use cases that d…
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We are thrilled to announce that one of our Finnish partners in the Energy ECS project, UNIKIE, has been honored with the Internationalization Award by the President of Finland. As the leader of Use Case 6, UNIKIE has demonstrated exceptional commitment and innovation in advancing sustainable energy solutions.
This prestigious award recognizes UNIKIE’s outstanding efforts in expanding their global presence and contributing to the international community. Their wo…
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Author: Michael Hayes (Tyndall)
Tyndall was proud to represent Energy ECS at EnerHarv 2024, held in Perugia, Italy, from 26-28 June. EnerHarv 2024 was the biennial international workshop on energy harvesting and related technologies organised by PSMA and hosted by University of Perugia and the VITALITY project. This event offered a platform for the world’s leading experts and users in energy harvesting, energy storage, and micro-power management to share their kn…
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Author: Tina Thomas (FhG IZM)
Exhibition at PCIM
In the recent ‘Power Conversion and Intelligent Motion (PCIM)’ event held from May 6-8th, 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany, Energy ECS ‘s German partner, Fraunhofer IZM, presented the developed power electronics unit for the On-Board Charger of UC4.
Charging on public AC grids is a challenge for e-mobility. Fraunhofer IZM has now succeeded in combining the latest achievements in the field of power electronics for t…
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Author: Aldo Romani (IUNET – University of Bologna), Cristina Rusu (RISE), Michael Hayes (Tyndall), Marco Galiazzo (Applied Materials), Mika Penttilä & Leena Ryynänen (Nokian Tyres), Tariqul Islam & Jyothi Pudota (DTT), Ksenia Avetisova (Tietoevry)
A joint effort of many consortium partners led to the scientific publication ”The ENERGY ECS Project: Smart and Secure Energy Solutions for Future Mobility”, which was presented in July 2023 in Modena, It…
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The Energy ECS consortium recently convened in Reykjavík, Iceland, for a M36 consortium meeting that underscored the strength of in-person collaboration. Hosted by Strætó bs, the event was primarily attended face-to-face by our partners, fostering various discussion and idea exchanges.
This meeting, while offering remote participation, was marked by a significant in-person presence, allowing for a more direct and engaging interaction among partners. The demonstra…
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Last week at SSI 2024 in Hamburg, the Energy ECS project took center stage as Tyndall, NetFeasa, and CSEM showcased their collaborative efforts in developing a cutting-edge simulation model.
Eoin Ahern’s, from Tyndall, presentation highlighted the innovative dry container asset tracking platform, a testament to the project’s commitment to smart, sustainable solutions.
The integration of Tyndall’s simulation model with NetFeasa’s IoTPASS wireless sensors and CS…
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Author: Edoardo Sebastiani & Marco Ambrosio (Politecnico di Torino)
With DroneZone use case, the goal is to build an ecosystem based on drones capable of missions over large geographic areas, using buses as docks to draw energy from and travel between destinations, as well as independent PV based charging stations in remote areas.
To achieve this result, on 6-7th February 2024, Energy ECS team went to PIC4SeR (Politecnico di Torino Interdepartmental Centre…
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Author: Ralf Tschiersch, aixACCT
We are proud to present the world’s first pre-certified charging controller for the Hubject Plug&Charge ecosystem. With our new controller, which can also be installed as an upgrade to our existing series, we enable charging station manufacturers to support current and future requirements in a cost-effective and flexible way. The development of the controller was part of the Energy ECS project, which runs until the end of 2024…
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As global consciousness shifts towards the urgent need for sustainability, Tietoevry, a leader in technology with a strong Nordic heritage, steps forward as a torchbearer in the journey towards a sustainable energy transition. On January 9, 2024, Tietoevry shared their vision in the compelling article, “Smarter Energy for a Green and Sustainable Energy Transition,” casting light on how technology will underpin our green future.
Rethinking Energy with Technology T…
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The dawn of the new year brought with it a defining moment for Energy ECS as we embarked on a two-day consortium meeting that would lay the path for our future endeavors.
Day 1 of the meeting was led by our insightful Use Case (UC) leaders who orchestrated in-depth preparation sessions for each UC. These conversations allowed for a granular examination of our work, ensuring that every participant was aligned and ready to contribute effectively. The meticulous pre…
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The atmosphere buzzed with innovation and forward-thinking as the CHIPS JU Launch Event unfolded in Brussels. It was a gathering that brought together some of the brightest minds and frontrunners in the energy sector, and amidst them, Energy ECS made a significant impact.
Over the course of the two-day event, Energy ECS took the stage to unveil their latest contributions to the energy landscape. With an air of anticipation, attendees were treated to a showcase of…
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Author: Roberta Ramilli, University of Bologna (IUNET)
Batteries are transforming the technology of mobility and transport in all modes (airborne, naval, rail, road, by heavy vehicles, and off-road). Many research directions are aimed at allowing for full supervision and control of the battery system. In the publication “Binary Sequences for Online Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy of Battery Cells” is presented a technique to perform the online diagno…
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Author: Gerd vom Bögel, Fraunhofer IMS
This article shows a use case of the Energy ECS project , in which the development and realization of suitable components for condition monitoring of electrical distribution grids is carried out. By means of suitable sensor systems, communication and IT infrastructure components, relevant information on network infrastructure elements at neuralgic points is collected, aggregated and communicated. This information can b…
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In the recent ‘Sensors Converge’ event held from June 20-22, 2023, Energy ECS ‘s Swedish partner, RISE, presented first results from their collaborative research in the session ‘Extending Battery Life to Empower the IoT/IIoT’.
One of the discussed Use Cases from Energy ECS project under discussion was the ‘UC2A Smart Containers’. The UC has successfully extended battery life for over a decade by using photovoltaic energy harvesting. This technology optimizes cons…
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Author: Federica Zonzini (Unibo, IUNET)
In the ever-evolving field of structural health monitoring (SHM) and acoustic data communication, a ground-breaking development has emerged that promises to reshape the way we gather information from hard-to-reach places and harsh environments. Our recent publication, titled “Directional Multi-Frequency Guided Waves Communications Using Discrete Frequency-Steerable Acoustic Transducers,” introduces a game-changing technolog…
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We are delighted to report on the recent milestone achieved by the Energy ECS project, which hosted its second review meeting in Gothenburg, Sweden, on September 7, 2023. This significant event was jointly organized by RISE and TietoSE, highlighting the collaborative spirit that drives this pioneering project.
Preparation and Collaboration:Leading up to the review meeting, on September 6th, all Work Package (WP) and Use Case (UC) leaders engaged in a comprehensiv…
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Date: August 24-25, 2023Time: 09:00 – 17:00Registration Deadline: August 18, 2023
Step into a future where AI powers our energy landscape responsibly. Join us for the Trustworthy AI Summer School, hosted by Energy ECS coordinator Tietoevry, on August 24th to 25th, 2023.
Explore Key Themes:
Ethical AI Advancements: Dive into the realm of AI with a conscience. Discover how we’re infusing ethical considerations into AI development, paving the way for a harmoni…
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Author: Daði Áslaugarson, Head of IT for Strætó Iceland and Use case leader of UC-1 in Energy ECS
The DroneZones project, or UC-1 of the Energy ECS consortium, is complicated with many hardware and software components being developed by several partners spread across Europe. While development has been progressing well and online meetings have been fruitful, meeting in person with all the components in a well-equipped lab is a gamechanger. Key component developers…
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Two years in, Energy ECS is making headlines in European Energy Innovation magazine.
The featured article highlights the project‘s targets and achievements in driving sustainable energy solutions. Explore how Energy ECS is revolutionizing the energy sector with its cutting-edge technologies, including smart grids, energy storage systems, advanced control systems, autonomous driving and drones landing, wireless and bi-directional charging to outline just a few are…
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This week the Energy ECS partners gathered in Cork, Ireland for the 4th consortium meeting. Hosted by Tyndall and Net Feasa, this event brought together our esteemed partners from 8 countries, both in person and online, for focused discussions, progress evaluation and status updates, and strategic planning for final stretch of the project.We are incredibly grateful for the active participation and invaluable contributions of all our Energy ECS partners throughout th…
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M18 attendees group photo at LUAS Campus in Rovaniemi.
For the third Energy ECS consortium meeting the partners met in Finnish Lapland, hosted by the team of the Lapland University of Applied Sciences. The dark November weather was brightened by a light snow and very warm atmosphere during the sessions. We had a pleasure to have a keynote by Björn Fägersten, CEO at Politea, Fellow at Swedish Institute of International Affairs and a distinguished expert in the are…
Read MoreEnergy ECS Use Case 1 – Human Factors investigation – Written by Jakob Roséen
Drone (marked in red) landing on the bus
During the past weeks, Tietoevry have explored the human-centered aspects of UC1 Drone Zones, with the aim to assess the needs of various stakeholder groups and to identify opportunities for change in both business and technology.
So what is Drone Zones? Drone Zones is a project within ECS Energy researching the possibilities of autonomous …
Read MoreAs Energy ECS reached the six-month mark in December 2021 and with the end of the year approaching, it is a good moment to look back on the first half year of this ECSEL JU project. With the kick-off in June 2021 Energy ECS started the project. During the first six months the project finished it work package 2: requirements, specifications & system architecture. This work package was led by Cristina Rusu from RISE. We asked Cristina a few questions about the pas…
Read MoreEnergy ECS project develops smart and secure energy solutions for future mobility and green-energy transition
A new project with 30 participants from eight European countries will pave the way for an emerging new European business and technology ecosystem aimed at tackling various energy related challenges for the future of mobility. The project accelerates Europe’s decarbonization goals for 2050.  …
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