Episodes

  • The introduction of balancing settlement code modification P415 aims to open up wholesale markets to all types of flexibility, decreasing barriers to entry for independent aggregators by allowing participation beyond a consumer’s licensed electricity supplier.

    Energy consumers that can be flexible with usage, do not currently see any value from their actions, except through their licensed electricity supplier, who not offer demand response services. The introduction of P415 will enable flexible consumers to appoint an independent aggregator, allowing participants of demand side response to enter into the wholesale energy markets and incentivize increased consumer participation.

    In today’s episode, Paul Troughton - Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs at Enel X joins Ed to discuss the code change that he put forward. Over the conversation, they discuss:

    Introduction to P415 and the roles of independent aggregators and virtual trading parties.How demand response works, particularly for commercial and industrial users.Challenges of demand response, supplier compensation and the importance of accurate baselining.The potential impact of P415 and the accessibility it opens up to wholesale markets.The future of demand side response in Great Britain.

    About our guest

    Enel X is dedicated to helping some of the world’s largest energy consumers protect electricity grid stability in the transition to renewable energy. Their core offerings are built around maximising the commercial and environmental rewards available from energy flexibility programme participation.

    By optimising how and when energy is consumed, Enel X enables commercial and industrial scale energy users to extract value from the energy markets by leveraging their flexible energy assets in ways that support a greener, more stable and resilient electricity grid. For more information on what Enel X do, head to their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on how P415 works and other market updates, check out our written research.

  • The introduction of balancing settlement code modification P415 aims to open up wholesale markets to all types of flexibility, decreasing barriers to entry for independent aggregators by allowing participation beyond a consumer’s licensed electricity supplier.

    Energy consumers that can be flexible with usage, do not currently see any value from their actions, except through their licensed electricity supplier, who not offer demand response services. The introduction of P415 will enable flexible consumers to appoint an independent aggregator, allowing participants of demand side response to enter into the wholesale energy markets and incentivize increased consumer participation.

    In today’s episode, Paul Troughton - Senior Director of Regulatory Affairs at Enel X joins Ed to discuss the code change that he put forward. Over the conversation, they discuss:

    Introduction to P415 and the roles of independent aggregators and virtual trading parties.How demand response works, particularly for commercial and industrial users.Challenges of demand response, supplier compensation and the importance of accurate baselining.The potential impact of P415 and the accessibility it opens up to wholesale markets.The future of demand side response in Great Britain.

    About our guest

    Enel X is dedicated to helping some of the world’s largest energy consumers protect electricity grid stability in the transition to renewable energy. Their core offerings are built around maximising the commercial and environmental rewards available from energy flexibility programme participation.

    By optimising how and when energy is consumed, Enel X enables commercial and industrial scale energy users to extract value from the energy markets by leveraging their flexible energy assets in ways that support a greener, more stable and resilient electricity grid. For more information on what Enel X do, head to their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on LinkedIn or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on how P415 works and other market updates, check out our written research.

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  • A ‘Herculean effort’ in renewable buildout is the description used in NESO’s Clean Power 2030 report, outlining practical advice for the government on achieving a power system by 2030. The report defines what ‘Clean Energy’ means (>95% clean power generation by 2030) and discusses what buildout would need to look like in order to reach these targets. A staggering 70GW of new renewable generation is predicted to be needed to reach the targets in the ambitious Further Flex and Renewables scenario. How might these suggestions be achieved in practice, and what challenges is the industry likely to face over the next 5 years in the lead-up to target dates?

    In this episode Modo Market Analyst, Joe Bush joins Ed Porter to explore NESO’s Clean Power 2030 report. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    The purpose of the Clean Power 2030 report and what it covers.The sheer scale of buildout required to meet renewable and flexibility system targets, from 50 GW to 130 GW.Transmission and network challenges and how the government might tackle the issue of constraint. The role of energy storage in managing constraints and supporting the grid.Exploration of potential market changes, including zonal pricing to incentivize demand location near generation.

    Mentioned in this episode

    Joe’s research article - Clean Power by 2030: what would it mean for BESS?

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on how batteries can save carbon, check out our written research.

  • A ‘Herculean effort’ in renewable buildout is the description used in NESO’s Clean Power 2030 report, outlining practical advice for the government on achieving a power system by 2030. The report defines what ‘Clean Energy’ means (>95% clean power generation by 2030) and discusses what buildout would need to look like in order to reach these targets. A staggering 70GW of new renewable generation is predicted to be needed to reach the targets in the ambitious Further Flex and Renewables scenario. How might these suggestions be achieved in practice, and what challenges is the industry likely to face over the next 5 years in the lead-up to target dates?

    In this episode Modo Market Analyst, Joe Bush joins Ed Porter to explore NESO’s Clean Power 2030 report. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    The purpose of the Clean Power 2030 report and what it covers.The sheer scale of buildout required to meet renewable and flexibility system targets, from 50 GW to 130 GW.Transmission and network challenges and how the government might tackle the issue of constraint. The role of energy storage in managing constraints and supporting the grid.Exploration of potential market changes, including zonal pricing to incentivize demand location near generation.

    Mentioned in this episode

    Joe’s research article - Clean Power by 2030: what would it mean for BESS?

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on how batteries can save carbon, check out our written research.

  • Battery energy storage systems in Great Britain are projected to save 1.4 million tonnes of CO2 in 2024. Carbon emission savings are achieved directly through a battery's energy actions, by importing low-carbon energy and exporting it when demand is high, whilst other methods include frequency response services and inertia management savings.

    However, a battery's ability to reduce emissions is not inherent. Typically, they are operated to maximize profit, which may not always align with carbon-saving goals. For batteries to serve as effective tools for offsetting, there must be incentives to engage in emission-reducing behaviours. Insights into better carbon accounting and integration of storage into carbon accounting frameworks are some of the ways that can help identify how and where batteries can make the most impact.

    In this episode, Quentin talks to Tierra Climate Co-founder and CTO, Emma Konet. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    The ‘four quadrants’ of carbon offsetting and where battery energy storage sits in this framework. The complexities in accurately measuring emissions and the role of voluntary carbon markets.Using locational marginal emissions factors for accurate carbon measurement.Discussion on the operational challenges of batteries in reducing emissions.The potential for carbon offsets to support energy storage projects financially.

    Mentioned in the episode

    Modo Energy’s research article: Carbon emissions reduced by batteries in Great BritainWhite paper: supercharging battery economics, shrinking emissionsWhite Paper: Charging towards net-zero

    About our guest

    Tierra Climate provide carbon insights to aid developers in siting and operations as well as assist corporations and utilities in making more informed procurement decisions and helpinf batteries decarbonize the grid. They offer a new class of carbon offsets that can boost battery project revenues, help accelerate decarbonization and improve grid reliability. For more information on what they do - visit their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work.

  • Battery energy storage systems in Great Britain are projected to save 1.4 million tonnes of CO2 in 2024. Carbon emission savings are achieved directly through a battery's energy actions, by importing low-carbon energy and exporting it when demand is high, whilst other methods include frequency response services and inertia management savings.

    However, a battery's ability to reduce emissions is not inherent. Typically, they are operated to maximize profit, which may not always align with carbon-saving goals. For batteries to serve as effective tools for offsetting, there must be incentives to engage in emission-reducing behaviours. Insights into better carbon accounting and integration of storage into carbon accounting frameworks are some of the ways that can help identify how and where batteries can make the most impact.

    In this episode, Quentin talks to Tierra Climate Co-founder and CTO, Emma Konet. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    The ‘four quadrants’ of carbon offsetting and where battery energy storage sits in this framework. The complexities in accurately measuring emissions and the role of voluntary carbon markets.Using locational marginal emissions factors for accurate carbon measurement.Discussion on the operational challenges of batteries in reducing emissions.The potential for carbon offsets to support energy storage projects financially.

    Mentioned in the episode

    Modo Energy’s research article: Carbon emissions reduced by batteries in Great BritainWhite paper: supercharging battery economics, shrinking emissionsWhite Paper: Charging towards net-zero

    About our guest

    Tierra Climate provide carbon insights to aid developers in siting and operations as well as assist corporations and utilities in making more informed procurement decisions and helpinf batteries decarbonize the grid. They offer a new class of carbon offsets that can boost battery project revenues, help accelerate decarbonization and improve grid reliability. For more information on what they do - visit their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information battery energy storage and cell costs, check out our written research.

  • Understanding the factors driving cost reductions in battery cells is crucial for staying competitive. As demand for energy storage skyrockets, the pressure to reduce costs has never been higher. Material costs are not the only thing influencing prices, breakthroughs in cell chemistry, system efficiency and manufacturing practices all play a role in determining system prices.

    In this week’s episode, Head of Battery Costs at CRU - Aaron Wade joins Ed Porter to explore the latest in supply chain insights and cost projections, and what they mean for the future of energy storage. Over the conversation, they discuss:

    The impact of material costs on cell pricing, focusing on lithium trends. How cell and system innovation has contributed to lower costs.Changed in cell chemistry and how LFP has risen to dominance.Insights into the supply chain and manufacturing globally. What the future of battery costs might look like.

    About our guest

    CRU group provide business intelligence on the global metals, mining and fertilizer industries through market insight, commodity data and price assessments, strategic consultancy and communities and events. For more information, head to their website.

    Aaron is Head of Battery Costs at CRU group, where he leads a team of analysts and researchers who provide insights and forecasts on the global battery costs, production methods, and technology trends. Find him on LinkedIn.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information battery energy storage and cell costs, check out our written research.

  • Understanding the factors driving cost reductions in battery cells is crucial for staying competitive. As demand for energy storage skyrockets, the pressure to reduce costs has never been higher. Material costs are not the only thing influencing prices, breakthroughs in cell chemistry, system efficiency and manufacturing practices all play a role in determining system prices.

    In this week’s episode, Head of Battery Costs at CRU - Aaron Wade joins Ed Porter to explore the latest in supply chain insights and cost projections, and what they mean for the future of energy storage. Over the conversation, they discuss:

    The impact of material costs on cell pricing, focusing on lithium trends. How cell and system innovation has contributed to lower costs.Changed in cell chemistry and how LFP has risen to dominance.Insights into the supply chain and manufacturing globally. What the future of battery costs might look like.

    About our guest

    CRU group provide business intelligence on the global metals, mining and fertilizer industries through market insight, commodity data and price assessments, strategic consultancy and communities and events. For more information, head to their website.

    Aaron is Head of Battery Costs at CRU group, where he leads a team of analysts and researchers who provide insights and forecasts on the global battery costs, production methods, and technology trends. Find him on LinkedIn.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information battery energy storage and cell costs, check out our written research.

  • Battery revenues in ERCOT in June 2024 were 85% lower than June 2023, with average earnings of $45/kW (annualized), compared with when batteries earned a massive $309/kW/year in 2023.

    With the summer months historically providing the bulk of high revenue days for battery energy storage, operators would expect the sixth hottest summer on record to provide a similar picture, but that has not been the case in 2024. Increased competition in Ancillary Services, a boom in renewables buildout and changes to strategic operations have resulted in a very different picture.

    In this episode, Brandt Vermillion, ERCOT Market Lead at Modo Energy joins Quentin to give us insight into what has been driving battery revenues in ERCOT over the summer months.

    Over the conversation, they discuss:

    Recent buildout of storage and solar PV in ERCOT.The historical significance of the summer months on battery revenues, and why this has changed in 2024.Insight into the competitive nature of the market and saturation of ancillary services.Introduction to DART (Day Ahead Real Time) trading as a new strategy for capturing revenue.The emergence of tolling agreements as a response to revenue volatility.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on ERCOT, check out our written research.

  • Battery revenues in ERCOT in June 2024 were 85% lower than June 2023, with average earnings of $45/kW (annualized), compared with when batteries earned a massive $309/kW/year in 2023.

    With the summer months historically providing the bulk of high revenue days for battery energy storage, operators would expect the sixth hottest summer on record to provide a similar picture, but that has not been the case in 2024. Increased competition in Ancillary Services, a boom in renewables buildout and changes to strategic operations have resulted in a very different picture.

    In this episode, Brandt Vermillion, ERCOT Market Lead at Modo Energy joins Quentin to give us insight into what has been driving battery revenues in ERCOT over the summer months.

    Over the conversation, they discuss:

    Recent buildout of storage and solar PV in ERCOT.The historical significance of the summer months on battery revenues, and why this has changed in 2024.Insight into the competitive nature of the market and saturation of ancillary services.Introduction to DART (Day Ahead Real Time) trading as a new strategy for capturing revenue.The emergence of tolling agreements as a response to revenue volatility.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on ERCOT, check out our written research.

  • With an impressive amount of renewables buildout in the pipeline, the Dutch energy market has ambitious plans for a clean energy future. However, the country is facing significant challenges with huge amounts of grid congestion and high grid fees. A lack of subsidies for standalone storage projects means that the investment case for storage currently leans more toward the colocation of projects with generation.

    What does the power system and the outlook for battery energy storage look like in The Netherlands? In this week’s episode, Rens Savenije, Business Lead System Integration for wind and solar at Ventolines, joins Quentin to discuss the Dutch energy market. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    Dutch power market dynamics, from peak demand in the Netherlands to interconnection with other countries. The rapid growth of solar energy in the Netherlands and the challenges posed by grid congestion.Current state of grid-scale battery projects in the Netherlands and the outlook for buildout.The impact of grid fees in the Netherlands and what this means for standalone battery projects.The potential for co-located projects with wind and solar to optimize grid connections.Investment opportunities for storage in the Dutch market.

    Mentioned in the episode

    LinkedIn posts from Rens on:

    Grid fees in The NetherlandsCurrent projects and pipeline in The Netherlands.Projected pipeline for high voltage stand-alone projects.

    About our guest

    Ventolines is a Dutch company, striving for a world in which renewable energy projects are valuable for everyone. From cooperatives, community associations, investors, farmers, energy suppliers, governments or consumers, Ventolines develop, build and manage renewable energy projects as well as provide advisory on renewables. For more information on what Ventolines do, check out their website.

    For more analysis and research from Rens - follow him on LinkedIn.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on virtual power plants, check out our written research.

  • With an impressive amount of renewables buildout in the pipeline, the Dutch energy market has ambitious plans for a clean energy future. However, the country is facing significant challenges with huge amounts of grid congestion and high grid fees. A lack of subsidies for standalone storage projects means that the investment case for storage currently leans more toward the colocation of projects with generation.

    What does the power system and the outlook for battery energy storage look like in The Netherlands? In this week’s episode, Rens Savenije, Business Lead System Integration for wind and solar at Ventolines, joins Quentin to discuss the Dutch energy market. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    Dutch power market dynamics, from peak demand in the Netherlands to interconnection with other countries. The rapid growth of solar energy in the Netherlands and the challenges posed by grid congestion.Current state of grid-scale battery projects in the Netherlands and the outlook for buildout.The impact of grid fees in the Netherlands and what this means for standalone battery projects.The potential for co-located projects with wind and solar to optimize grid connections.Investment opportunities for storage in the Dutch market.

    Mentioned in the episode

    LinkedIn posts from Rens on:

    Grid fees in The NetherlandsCurrent projects and pipeline in The Netherlands.Projected pipeline for high voltage stand-alone projects.

    About our guest

    Ventolines is a Dutch company, striving for a world in which renewable energy projects are valuable for everyone. From cooperatives, community associations, investors, farmers, energy suppliers, governments or consumers, Ventolines develop, build and manage renewable energy projects as well as provide advisory on renewables. For more information on what Ventolines do, check out their website.

    For more analysis and research from Rens - follow him on LinkedIn.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on virtual power plants, check out our written research.

  • As residential energy storage systems become more widespread, an exciting opportunity is emerging for homeowners: participating in energy markets and helping to stabilize the grid. But how can smaller home batteries combine forces to contribute during times of high demand? The answer lies in virtual power plants (VPPs). These interconnected networks of residential storage systems work together to provide energy back to the grid when needed. Not only do VPPs support grid stability, but they also create potential revenue streams for participating homeowners by compensating them for their stored energy.

    Geoff Ferrell, Senior Vice President of Global C&I and VPP Project Business in the Americas at sonnen, Inc. joins Quentin for this week’s episode. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    sonnen’s role in pioneering residential energy storage and the company’s growth and market presence. Explanation of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) and their role in energy management.How VPP’s allow market participation, and where they allow batteries to engage. Why cell chemistry matters for a residential asset. The importance of metering and accurate energy data for market participation.

    About our guest

    Born of German Engineering and American ingenuity, sonnen products are designed to manage and store energy to increase the flexibility of our energy system and provide you with greater energy independence while enabling the energy future. Starting with individual systems that have evolved into a global network, sonnen are connecting connect people and technologies through their hardware, VPP products and more.

    For more information on what sonnen do, head to their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on VPPs, check out our written research.

  • As residential energy storage systems become more widespread, an exciting opportunity is emerging for homeowners: participating in energy markets and helping to stabilize the grid. But how can smaller home batteries combine forces to contribute during times of high demand? The answer lies in virtual power plants (VPPs). These interconnected networks of residential storage systems work together to provide energy back to the grid when needed. Not only do VPPs support grid stability, but they also create potential revenue streams for participating homeowners by compensating them for their stored energy.

    Geoff Ferrell, Senior Vice President of Global C&I and VPP Project Business in the Americas at sonnen, Inc. joins Quentin for this week’s episode. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    sonnen’s role in pioneering residential energy storage and the company’s growth and market presence. Explanation of Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) and their role in energy management.How VPP’s allow market participation, and where they allow batteries to engage. Why cell chemistry matters for a residential asset. The importance of metering and accurate energy data for market participation.

    About our guest

    Born of German Engineering and American ingenuity, sonnen products are designed to manage and store energy to increase the flexibility of our energy system and provide you with greater energy independence while enabling the energy future. Starting with individual systems that have evolved into a global network, Sonnen are connecting connect people and technologies through their hardware, VPP products and more.

    For more information on what sonnen do, head to their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place. Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on VPPs, check out our written research.

  • Germany holds a unique position within the European energy system—serving as a central hub for regional interconnections, boasting a vast behind-the-meter residential storage network, 1.4GW of installed utility-scale storage and much more in the pipeline. With ambitious net zero targets, Germany is paving the way for a cleaner future. But how does its energy market function, and what role does grid-scale storage play?

    In this week's episode, Lars Stephan, Senior Manager of Policy and Market Development at Fluence, joins Quentin to provide a comprehensive introduction to the German energy market and the role of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Throughout the conversation, they discuss:

    An overview of European energy markets and the importance of interconnection between countries for stability.The fundamentals of the German energy market, including generation capacity and renewable energy targets.Future market reforms for the German system, including the introduction of a Capacity Market.The significance of Germany’s residential energy storage landscape and behind-the-meter assets.Market access, optimization, and the rise of new players in the German storage sector.

    And much, much more.

    About our guest

    Fluence is on a mission to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Bringing over 16 years of experience designing, deploying, and operating complete energy storage solutions.

    Fluence is driving change by opening new markets to storage around the world. For more information on what they do, check out their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place.

    Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on the markets in Germany, check out our written research.

  • Germany holds a unique position within the European energy system—serving as a central hub for regional interconnections, boasting a vast behind-the-meter residential storage network, 1.4GW of installed utility-scale storage and much more in the pipeline. With ambitious net zero targets, Germany is paving the way for a cleaner future. But how does its energy market function, and what role does grid-scale storage play?

    In this week's episode, Lars Stephan, Senior Manager of Policy and Market Development at Fluence, joins Quentin to provide a comprehensive introduction to the German energy market and the role of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Throughout the conversation, they discuss:

    An overview of European energy markets and the importance of interconnection between countries for stability.The fundamentals of the German energy market, including generation capacity and renewable energy targets.Future market reforms for the German system, including the introduction of a Capacity Market.The significance of Germany’s residential energy storage landscape and behind-the-meter assets.Market access, optimization, and the rise of new players in the German storage sector.

    And much, much more.

    About our guest

    Fluence is on a mission to create a more sustainable future by transforming the way we power our world. Bringing over 16 years of experience designing, deploying, and operating complete energy storage solutions.

    Fluence is driving change by opening new markets to storage around the world. For more information on what they do, check out their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place.

    Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on the markets in Germany, check out our written research.

  • Could zonal pricing be the solution to reducing energy costs while enhancing grid resilience through a decentralized system? Although the second REMA consultation dismissed nodal pricing in the wholesale market, zonal pricing is still being considered as an option for the UK. As the electricity system transitions toward a more decentralized model, what changes are necessary to support the integration of millions of new assets, and how can the system evolve to ensure this transition is successful?

    In today’s episode, Sarah Honan, Head of Policy at the ADE joins Ed porter. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    The debate on zonal vs. national pricing under a new Labour government.Key features of successful demand flexibility implementation.The ADE's position on locational pricing, highlighting its potential to reduce congestion payments and benefit consumers.Potential impacts of locational pricing on existing investments.The ADE’s recent report, Demanding More, the importance of NESO to implement a strategic and inclusive approach, considering the needs of both current and future consumers.

    Mentioned in the episode

    Demanding More - How the National Energy System Operator Can Empower Energy Demand.

    Decentralised Energy Conference - 30th October 2024, The British Library, London

    About our guest

    The Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE) is the leading trade association for decentralised energy, representing more than 150 interested parties from across the industrial, commercial and public sectors. With the goal of advancing the widespread adoption and integration of decentralized energy solutions for a sustainable and resilient energy future, ADE is on a mission is to champion the transition from traditional centralized energy systems to a decentralized model. For more information, check out their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place.

    Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on the capacity market and government policy and regulations, check out our written research.

  • Could zonal pricing be the solution to reducing energy costs while enhancing grid resilience through a decentralized system? Although the second REMA consultation dismissed nodal pricing in the wholesale market, zonal pricing is still being considered as an option for the UK. As the electricity system transitions toward a more decentralized model, what changes are necessary to support the integration of millions of new assets, and how can the system evolve to ensure this transition is successful?

    In today’s episode, Sarah Honan, Head of Policy at the ADE joins Ed porter. Over the course of the conversation, they discuss:

    The debate on zonal vs. national pricing under a new Labour government.Key features of successful demand flexibility implementation.The ADE's position on locational pricing, highlighting its potential to reduce congestion payments and benefit consumers.Potential impacts of locational pricing on existing investments.The ADE’s recent report, Demanding More, the importance of NESO to implement a strategic and inclusive approach, considering the needs of both current and future consumers.

    Mentioned in the episode

    Demanding More - How the National Energy System Operator Can Empower Energy Demand.

    Decentralised Energy Conference - 30th October 2024, The British Library, London

    About our guest

    The Association for Decentralised Energy (ADE) is the leading trade association for decentralised energy, representing more than 150 interested parties from across the industrial, commercial and public sectors. With the goal of advancing the widespread adoption and integration of decentralized energy solutions for a sustainable and resilient energy future, ADE is on a mission is to champion the transition from traditional centralized energy systems to a decentralized model. For more information, check out their website.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place.

    Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on the capacity market and government policy and regulations, check out our written research.

  • As the energy industry evolves, the skills required and the approaches to overcoming emerging challenges must adapt as well. With the sector exploring new frontiers, the opportunity to become a leader in the field has never been more accessible.

    Success requires a diverse set of skills, many of which can be transferred from different roles or industries. Achieving net-zero will require more than just traditional industry experience. So, what specific skills are companies seeking as they navigate uncharted territory? And how do we engage a broader range of talent to ensure a sustainable future?

    In today’s episode David Hunt, CEO at Hyperion Executive Search joins Quentin to discuss the talent gap in the renewable energy industry. Over the conversation, they discuss:

    Addressing the diversity gap in the energy industry: strategies for building a more inclusive workforce.Salary hotspots: where they are, emerging trends, and what the future holds.The critical role of communication skills in effective renewable energy leadership.Emerging roles in the energy sector as the transition to renewables accelerates.Key focus areas for the energy industry over the next decade.

    About our guest

    Hyperion Executive Search finds leaders, and builds teams for the most innovative cleantech companies, enabling them to find extraordinary people. Operating across multiple cleantech sectors including energy storage, solar, future mobility, hydrogen and more, Hyperion support the growth of these emerging market opportunities. For more information on Hyperion Seach, check out their website.

    David is the host of the Leaders In Cleantech podcast, a weekly podcast with interviews from leading CEOs and Founders from some of the world’s most innovative start-ups and scale-ups. Check it out here.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place.

    Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on the capacity market and government policy and regulations, check out our written research.

  • As the energy industry evolves, the skills required and the approaches to overcoming emerging challenges must adapt as well. With the sector exploring new frontiers, the opportunity to become a leader in the field has never been more accessible.

    Success requires a diverse set of skills, many of which can be transferred from different roles or industries. Achieving net-zero will require more than just traditional industry experience. So, what specific skills are companies seeking as they navigate uncharted territory? And how do we engage a broader range of talent to ensure a sustainable future?

    In today’s episode David Hunt, CEO at Hyperion Executive Search joins Quentin to discuss the talent gap in the renewable energy industry. Over the conversation, they discuss:

    Addressing the diversity gap in the energy industry: strategies for building a more inclusive workforce.Salary hotspots: where they are, emerging trends, and what the future holds.The critical role of communication skills in effective renewable energy leadership.Emerging roles in the energy sector as the transition to renewables accelerates.Key focus areas for the energy industry over the next decade.

    About our guest

    Hyperion Executive Search finds leaders, and builds teams for the most innovative cleantech companies, enabling them to find extraordinary people. Operating across multiple cleantech sectors including energy storage, solar, future mobility, hydrogen and more, Hyperion support the growth of these emerging market opportunities. For more information on Hyperion Seach, check out their website.

    David is the host of the Leaders In Cleantech podcast, a weekly podcast with interviews from leading CEOs and Founders from some of the world’s most innovative start-ups and scale-ups. Check it out here.

    About Modo Energy

    Modo Energy provides forecasts, benchmarking, data, and insights for new energy assets - all in one place.

    Built for analysts, Modo helps the owners, operators, builders, and financiers of battery energy storage solutions understand the market - and make the most out of their assets.

    All of our podcasts are available to watch or listen to on the Modo Energy site. To keep up with all of our latest updates, research, analysis, videos, podcasts, data visualizations, live events, and more, follow us on Linkedin or Twitter. Check out The Energy Academy, our video series of bite-sized chunks explaining how different battery energy storage systems work. For more information on the capacity market and government policy and regulations, check out our written research.