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
Press Release
Call for Abstracts now open

October 6, 2025

The Call for Abstracts for the conferences taking place as part of The smarter E Europe, Europe’s largest alliance of exhibitions for the energy industry, opens today.

Press Release
The smarter E Europe 2025: "We are the Energy System"

May 9, 2025

Press Release
The smarter E Europe 2025: "We are the Energy System"

Today was the last day of The smarter E Europe 2025 in Munich. Like every year, Europe’s largest alliance of exhibitions for the energy industry turned the Bavarian capital into the epicenter of the global energy industry.

Press Release
The Winners of The smarter E AWARD 2025: Innovations in Action

May 6, 2025

Press Release
The Winners of The smarter E AWARD 2025: Innovations in Action

On the eve of the official 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.

Press Release
Energy Communities and Peer-to-Peer Trading: Cornerstones of Europe’s Decentralized Energy Future

May 5, 2025

Press Release
Energy Communities and Peer-to-Peer Trading: Cornerstones of Europe’s Decentralized Energy Future

Across Europe, energy communities and peer-to-peer (P2P) energy trading are transforming how electricity is produced, shared, and consumed.

Press Release
An Accompanying Program Packed with Discussions and a Wealth of Energy Expertise

April 24, 2025

Press Release
An Accompanying Program Packed with Discussions and a Wealth of Energy Expertise

Sun, wind and other renewable sources now provide a steadily growing share of electricity in more and more countries.

Press Release
Launch of Special Exhibit on Bidirectional Charging - The Energy Transition Gains Traction

April 17, 2025

Press Release
Launch of Special Exhibit on Bidirectional Charging - The Energy Transition Gains Traction

Electricity from renewable sources has become the new normal – in Germany alone, around 60 percent of net electricity generation came from renewables in 2024.

Press Release
Europe’s E-Mobility Upswing Continues

March 28, 2025

Press Release
Europe’s E-Mobility Upswing Continues

E-mobility in Europe is still on the rise.

Press Release
The Rise of Large-Scale Storage Systems - Driving Growth in the Storage Market and an Indispensable Pillar of the Energy Transition

March 27, 2025

Press Release
The Rise of Large-Scale Storage Systems - Driving Growth in the Storage Market and an Indispensable Pillar of the Energy Transition

The energy transition has reached a crucial point. The steady growth in power generated by renewable sources of energy is, in turn, giving rise to greater demand for effective grid stabilization solutions.

Press Release
Bidirectional Charging in Germany – A Key Innovation in the Energy Transition

March 25, 2025

Press Release
Bidirectional Charging in Germany – A Key Innovation in the Energy Transition

Following recent elections, Germany is in the process of forming a new government, and the direction of energy policy is set to evolve.

The smarter E Podcast
Dr Jörg Heuer, CEO from EcoG
Electrification of Commercial Vehicles and Development of a Cost-Efficient Charging Infrastructure

The smarter E Podcast Episode 232 | Language: German

August 28, 2025

Operators of charging points should flexibly adapt the capacity of charging stations to expected growth and charging demand

Dr Thomas Klaue, CEO from Siqens GmbH
Electrochemical Hydrogen Separation (EHS) for Economical Hydrogen Production

The smarter E Podcast Episode 231 | Language: German

August 21, 2025

Production of hydrogen using electrochemical separation (EHS) from existing gas mixtures such as process and waste gases, natural gas, or biogas

Dr Thomas Klaue, CEO from Siqens GmbH
Electrochemical Hydrogen Separation (EHS) for Economical Hydrogen Production

Production of hydrogen using electrochemical separation (EHS) from existing gas mixtures such as process and waste gases, natural gas, or biogas

Modertor: Jonathan Gifford
How We Power Through: Key Takeaways from The smarter E Europe 2025

The smarter E Podcast Episode 230 | Language: English

August 14, 2025

The final episode of Powering Through revisits insights and recurring themes from the wide-ranging conversations that shaped the series.

Modertor: Jonathan Gifford
How We Power Through: Key Takeaways from The smarter E Europe 2025

The final episode of Powering Through revisits insights and recurring themes from the wide-ranging conversations that shaped the series.

Tobias Wagner
Because it goes down well – On the road with the electric truck

The smarter E Podcast Episode 229 | Language: German

August 7, 2025

Battery-powered heavy-duty trucks are still a rarity in Germany. Professional driver Tobias Wagner reports on his experiences.

Tobias Wagner
Because it goes down well – On the road with the electric truck

Battery-powered heavy-duty trucks are still a rarity in Germany. Professional driver Tobias Wagner reports on his experiences.

Philipp Senoner, CEO from Alpitronic
High Power Charging – The Evolution of Fast Charging

The smarter E Podcast Episode 227 | Language: German

July 24, 2025

The path to electric mobility does not stop at heavy-duty and mixed fleets. That is why the charging infrastructure is being further developed

Philipp Senoner, CEO from Alpitronic
High Power Charging – The Evolution of Fast Charging

The path to electric mobility does not stop at heavy-duty and mixed fleets. That is why the charging infrastructure is being further developed

Adele Zhao, Gerard Reid and Thomas Raffeiner
Enabling Flexibility: Balancing the Grid with Storage & E-Mobility

The smarter E Podcast Episode 224 | Language: English

July 3, 2025

What is the future for the intersection of e-mobility and renewable energy? A closer look at the power of the e-mobility revolution.

Adele Zhao, Gerard Reid and Thomas Raffeiner
Enabling Flexibility: Balancing the Grid with Storage & E-Mobility

What is the future for the intersection of e-mobility and renewable energy? A closer look at the power of the e-mobility revolution.

Andreas Varesi, Bundesverbands Beratung Neue Mobilität
Optimising Charging Infrastructure Planning: Knowledge for Installers and Planners

The smarter E Podcast Episode 223 | Language: German

June 26, 2025

The EU directive and the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) drive the conversion of the vehicle fleet to electromobility. But there are uncertainties.

Andreas Varesi, Bundesverbands Beratung Neue Mobilität
Optimising Charging Infrastructure Planning: Knowledge for Installers and Planners

The EU directive and the Energy Efficiency Act (EnEfG) drive the conversion of the vehicle fleet to electromobility. But there are uncertainties.

Isabel Cademartori, Monika Griefahn and Andreas Cornet
Discussion: Ban on Combustion Engines: Yes or No? What is Better for the Climate?

The smarter E Podcast Episode 220 | Language: German

June 5, 2025

Ban on combustion engines: Is a ban necessary, or would incentives and CO₂ limits be a more effective way of achieving climate-friendly transport?

Isabel Cademartori, Monika Griefahn and Andreas Cornet
Discussion: Ban on Combustion Engines: Yes or No? What is Better for the Climate?

Ban on combustion engines: Is a ban necessary, or would incentives and CO₂ limits be a more effective way of achieving climate-friendly transport?

Matthias Vogt of ADAC
Charging Losses at the DC Charging Station in the ADAC Test

The smarter E Podcast Episode 214 | Language: German

April 24, 2025

Refuelling is easy. But how does fast charging work? What needs to be considered here? We discuss this with Matthias Vogt from ADAC.

Matthias Vogt of ADAC
Charging Losses at the DC Charging Station in the ADAC Test

Refuelling is easy. But how does fast charging work? What needs to be considered here? We discuss this with Matthias Vogt from ADAC.

Expert Interviews
Expert Interview
Electric Trucks in Daily Use – Insights and Market Trends

June 13, 2025

Tobias Wagner shares his experience as an electric truck driver and why e-trucks are economically viable.

Expert Interview
Electric Trucks Are Coming – and They Need Charging

May 23, 2025

With the Megawatt Charging System (MCS), Siemens is helping enable zero-emission freight transport through scalable, high-performance infrastructure.

Expert Interview
Electric Trucks Are Coming – and They Need Charging

With the Megawatt Charging System (MCS), Siemens is helping enable zero-emission freight transport through scalable, high-performance infrastructure.

Expert Interview
The Future of Vehicle-to-Grid: Challenges and Hopes

April 28, 2025

Markus Hackmann discusses the current state, future potential, and roadblocks of bidirectional charging.

Expert Interview
The Future of Vehicle-to-Grid: Challenges and Hopes

Markus Hackmann discusses the current state, future potential, and roadblocks of bidirectional charging.

Expert Interview
The Future of Bidirectional Charging – Insights From Mercedes-Benz

March 26, 2025

Discover how Mercedes-Benz is integrating bidirectional charging and how it benefits customers and the energy grid.

Expert Interview
The Future of Bidirectional Charging – Insights From Mercedes-Benz

Discover how Mercedes-Benz is integrating bidirectional charging and how it benefits customers and the energy grid.

Expert Interview
The Future of Bidirectional Charging – V2G in Action

March 21, 2025

Expert Interview
The Future of Bidirectional Charging – V2G in Action

Marcus Fendt from The Mobility House discusses the latest developments in bidirectional charging and V2G technology.

Expert Interview
“Our System Has Not Yet Reached Steady State”

February 25, 2025

We spoke to Thomas Dederichs of Amprion about the current state of Germany’s power grids and their ability to meet future demands.

Expert Interview
“Our System Has Not Yet Reached Steady State”

We spoke to Thomas Dederichs of Amprion about the current state of Germany’s power grids and their ability to meet future demands.

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
Electromobility on the Rise: Opportunities, Challenges and Rules

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

Industry News
Industry News
Electromobility in Africa

October 16, 2025

Government initiatives desire more sustainable transport solutions and the economic advantages of electric vehicles

Industry News
Bidirectional Charging for Everyday Life: First Vehicle2Grid Tariff in Germany Ready to Launch

October 15, 2025

Industry News
Bidirectional Charging for Everyday Life: First Vehicle2Grid Tariff in Germany Ready to Launch

In addition to range and charging speed, intelligent integration of vehicles into the energy system is becoming a key focus, including in Germany.

Industry News
Europe’s Auto Industry Faces EV Challenge

September 15, 2025

Industry News
Europe’s Auto Industry Faces EV Challenge

Europe’s automotive sector is under pressure: Five strategic action areas for a successful EV transformation.

Industry News
A Climate Check of EU Cars

September 11, 2025

Industry News
A Climate Check of EU Cars

Study finds: Battery EVs have the lowest lifecycle emissions – fossil powertrains fall short of EU climate targets.

Industry News
Photovoltaics in the European Commercial and Industrial Segment – Market Opportunities

August 1, 2025

Industry News
Photovoltaics in the European Commercial and Industrial Segment – Market Opportunities

Potential, developments, and market opportunities for PV in the commercial and industrial segment in Europe

Industry News
Coalition of the Willing: Bidirectional Charging by 2030

August 1, 2025

Industry News
Coalition of the Willing: Bidirectional Charging by 2030

Cross-sector alliance aims to establish bidirectional charging as standard across Europe by 2030.

Industry News
Megawatt Charging - Full Power for Heavy Vehicles

June 16, 2025

Industry News
Megawatt Charging - Full Power for Heavy Vehicles

Megawatt charging powers long-haul e-trucks: Up to 1,200 kW charging, growing networks and key industry players.

Industry News
Special Exhibit Bidirectional Charging – A Look Back at the Exhibition Hotspot

June 10, 2025

Industry News
Special Exhibit Bidirectional Charging – A Look Back at the Exhibition Hotspot

Bidirectional charging impresses at Power2Drive 2025 – with tech, real-life use cases and political urgency.

Industry News
Parking Lot PV: High-Value Solar Charging Infrastructure

June 12, 2025

Industry News
Parking Lot PV: High-Value Solar Charging Infrastructure

Parking lot PV offers huge potential: Solar canopies and charging points turn any lot into a sustainable energy hub.

Webinars
Webinar
Reiche's Energy Transition Reality Check: Current Challenges for Photovoltaic and Storage Companies

November 13, 2025

Webinar with BSW Solar on the current political situation for photovoltaic and storage companies

Register now!

Webinar
How Vehicle-to-X (V2X) & Smart Charging Will Reshape Mobility & Energy Markets

July 2, 2025

Webinar
How Vehicle-to-X (V2X) & Smart Charging Will Reshape Mobility & Energy Markets

Join Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Renault/Mobilize & futurist Lars Thomsen as they explore how bidirectional charging will transform mobility and energy. Realistic theses meet pragmatic insights into the next 260 weeks of innovation.

Webinar
The Future of Energy Storage and Bidirectional Charging

March 27, 2025

Webinar
The Future of Energy Storage and Bidirectional Charging

A strategic executive discussion on how smart batteries, bidirectional charging, and energy storage will become the backbone of the smart grid.

Webinar
All About Power2Drive Europe 2024: Exhibition Program and Tips for Exhibition Visitors!

June 10, 2024

Webinar
All About Power2Drive Europe 2024: Exhibition Program and Tips for Exhibition Visitors!

Do you have a lot to do? And therefore no time for thorough preparation for Europe's largest exhibition for charging infrastructure and electromobility?

Webinar
Charging Infrastructure and Charging Use Cases at a Glance – Market Segmentation, Charging Personas, Success Factor

May 16, 2024

Webinar
Charging Infrastructure and Charging Use Cases at a Glance – Market Segmentation, Charging Personas, Success Factor

Webinar on charging infrastructure

Webinar
Future Fleets: Electromobile Impact and the Role of a Holistic Charging Ecosystem

April 10, 2024

Webinar
Future Fleets: Electromobile Impact and the Role of a Holistic Charging Ecosystem

Electromobile Impact and the Role of a Holistic Charging Ecosystem

Webinar
Electric Truck Charging – The Next Big Challenge

April 9, 2024

Webinar
Electric Truck Charging – The Next Big Challenge

oin us as we uncover the core EU objectives for electric truck charging build-out and navigate through the intricate challenges linked to grid infrastructure.

Webinar
A Look at the Current State and Development of Electric Mobility

February 27, 2024

Webinar
A Look at the Current State and Development of Electric Mobility

This event is tailored to those interested in the field of electric mobility and offers an in-depth look into the current developments and future trends in this dynamic sector.

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