Press Release: REEFLEX Advances Cybersecurity and Privacy Compliance in Demand-Side Flexibility Markets

REEFLEX is an EU Horizon project focused on creating opportunities for innovative cross-sector energy services within demand-side flexibility markets. A critical aspect of the project is the development of privacy and cybersecurity rules for the technical solutions provided, aligning with the objectives of the EU Cybersecurity Act. This legislation aims to strengthen cybersecurity across the EU, and REEFLEX ensures that its technical solutions adhere to its guidelines by prioritizing legal and regulatory compliance, particularly around data protection and network security.

Figure 1: EU Cybersecurity at the Core: REEFLEX’s Commitment to Privacy and Data Protection

This work was carried out as part of Task 2.4, titled “System’s Privacy and Cybersecurity Framework,” which aimed to develop a framework that not only complies with EU regulations but also aligns with the technical specifications of the provided solutions. The following paragraphs outline the key outcomes of this task.

Key Highlights: Strengthening Cybersecurity and Privacy

  • Completion of Task T2.4 and creation of the Cybersecurity and privacy framework for the REEFLEX project
  • Strengthened cybersecurity of REEFLEX hardware from several manufacturers (CIRCE, CERTH, ARCELIK and ENERBRAIN)
  • Creation of security and privacy procedures for all project members.
  • Compliance of the project with current security and privacy legislation
  • Review of current legislation in different countries, including countries outside the European Union, regarding privacy and cybersecurity

Introduction to the REEFLEX Project: Innovating Energy Flexibility

The REEFLEX project focuses on developing innovative, cross-sector energy services within demand-side flexibility markets. By fostering innovation and increasing consumer participation, REEFLEX aims to enhance the flexibility of distributed energy resources (DERs) and optimize their use in flexibility markets, benefiting key stakeholders such as Distribution System Operators (DSOs). Ultimately, the project seeks to improve grid resilience and stability while enabling the optimal management of energy resources.

A key aspect of the project is the development of a comprehensive privacy and cybersecurity framework. This framework is critical to ensuring secure communication in large-scale, interoperable, and scalable energy systems. By addressing privacy and cybersecurity challenges, REEFLEX contributes to the creation of a secure and resilient digital environment across the EU, aligning with European cybersecurity objectives. The project’s work in this area plays a vital role in supporting the EU’s efforts to build a robust, secure, and efficient energy market.

Completion of Cybersecurity and Privacy Framework

For the past 12 months, our team has diligently worked to gather the necessary information and develop a comprehensive cybersecurity and privacy framework. This effort has led to significant improvements in the privacy of various project components, such as aggregation algorithms and the data platform. We have implemented pseudonymization measures and conducted thorough Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to enhance data security.

Figure 2: The final achievements of Task 2.4 were presented to all the project consortium during the General Assembly held in Thessaloniki, Greece, in 18 and 19 of June 2024.

Our partners have carefully analysed all data assets to identify those that could potentially compromise user security. We have addressed these concerns by employing techniques such as encryption, pseudonymization, and secure data silos.

The framework is based on the ISO27001 security standard and has been shaped by a review of relevant regulations, including GDPR, NIS, and NIS2. This regulatory alignment has guided the development of our cybersecurity and privacy framework, which will support the ongoing development of the project.

To date, we have successfully secured communications across software and hardware components where needed. We have also implemented robust anonymization and privacy mechanisms to protect sensitive information from service providers and clients, all while ensuring the full functionality of the system.

Impact on Stakeholders and Regulatory Compliance

The development of the cybersecurity and privacy framework has substantial implications for various stakeholders within the project, ensuring adherence to EU regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

The framework establishes clear guidelines and protocols for managing sensitive data, which enhances the project team’s adherence to best practices in cybersecurity and privacy. By integrating robust security measures, the framework builds trust and confidence among clients and users regarding the project’s commitment to protecting their data.

Figure 3: Securing the Digital Backbone: Coding Cybersecurity into REEFLEX’s Solutions

Compliance with EU regulations, particularly GDPR, underscores the project’s dedication to upholding legal and ethical standards, thereby mitigating risks related to legal penalties and reputational harm. The framework’s implementation has notably strengthened the security of various project components, including the EnergyBox developed by CIRCE, CERTH’s FEID gateway, Betteries’ Second Life Batteries, and multiple appliances from Arcelik.

The development process involved extensive engagement with stakeholders, including consultations and feedback sessions to ensure their needs and concerns were addressed. Additionally, a comprehensive literature review of relevant regulations and best practices informed the framework’s design. This thorough approach ensured that the framework not only complies with EU regulations but also reflects current best practices in cybersecurity and privacy, thereby supporting the overall success and reliability of the project.

Next Steps: Integrating the Framework in Future Work Packages

Figure 4. CIRCE EnergyBox [It is critical to ensure that the privacy and security framework is followed across the deployment of the equipment, such as the Energy Box gateway device provided by CIRCE]

The next steps for the REEFLEX project will advance through several key phases, particularly in Work Packages (WPs) 3, 4, and 5. These phases will focus on the development and refinement of the technical solutions outlined in WP2, which are essential for the project’s success in the coming months. WP6 will also be pivotal, as it covers the demonstration and replication campaigns that will validate and scale these solutions.

The outcomes of Task 2.4, “Privacy and security of the provided solutions,” are critical to guiding the development in these phases. The privacy and cybersecurity framework established in Task 2.4 will set the standards that all technical solutions developed in WP3, WP4, and WP5 must follow. This framework will be integral during both the integration and deployment stages, ensuring that all project components comply with stringent data protection and cybersecurity requirements.

It should be highlighted that Task 4.4, “Customers research data handling, management and protection,” is particularly closely aligned with Task 2.4. While Task 2.4 defines the overarching privacy and security guidelines, Task 4.4 focuses on how customer data is handled, managed, and safeguarded throughout the project. This task will ensure that the data management practices adhere to the privacy standards established in Task 2.4, with special emphasis on customer interactions, making sure that personal and sensitive data is processed securely.

As the project progresses, the principles and protocols from Task 2.4 will continue to shape the development and deployment of REEFLEX’s solutions. Maintaining high cybersecurity and data protection standards remains a top priority, ensuring that the integrity and security of the entire system are upheld, both for newly developed and existing solutions.


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Balancing Market Optimiser (BMO) with Demand Response: Unlocking a Smarter, More Flexible Grid

The future of energy is not only about renewable generation but also about creating flexible and responsive grids that adapt to the challenges of a modern energy landscape. As part of the REEFLEX project, the Balancing Market Optimiser (BMO) with Demand Response is revolutionising the way we balance supply and demand in close to real-time, integrating consumers directly into grid operations. By harnessing the power of demand-side flexibility, BMO optimises the energy market, reducing grid stress and maximising renewable energy usage.

Key contributions to the REEFLEX project include:

  • Close to Real-time Dispatch & Demand Response – Responds to grid signals with optimisation of energy and reserve requirements while adjusting demand, ensuring balance and minimising system imbalances.
  • Seamless Renewable Integration – Leverages demand-side resources to support renewable generation, ensuring grid reliability and resilience.
  • Demand Response Activation: Engaging demand-side resources like factories, homes, and commercial buildings to respond to grid needs dynamically.
  • Market Insight & Participation: Offering analytics to inform market participants of optimal energy decisions, fostering both cost-effectiveness and grid stability.
  • Grid Flexibility & Stability: Strengthening grid resilience by making it adaptable to fluctuating energy generation and demand through intelligent scaling.
  • We are excited to highlight the vital role the University of Piraeus plays in the development of the BMO with Demand Response, a key component of the innovative REEFLEX project. Leveraging deep expertise in energy systems, the university is leading the charge in optimising close to real-time energy dispatch while enhancing demand-side flexibility.

Advanced Energy Systems Modeling: By applying cutting-edge techniques in energy system modeling and optimization, the university ensures that the BMO balances supply and demand with precision, even in fluctuating conditions.

The REEFLEX project is driving innovation in demand-side flexibility and real-time energy market optimization, and the University of Piraeus is at the heart of these efforts, ensuring that the grid of the future is both sustainable and adaptable.We are proud to collaborate with such a forward-thinking institution, as together we create a more resilient, efficient, and environmentally friendly energy system.                 

Learning from the Frontlines: The BMO with Demand Response in REEFLEX

The REEFLEX Project has been a transformative journey for everyone involved, offering invaluable insights into the future of grid management, energy optimisation, and renewable integration. At the heart of this innovation is the BMO with Demand Response, a tool that has reshaped our understanding of how to effectively manage the complexities of today’s energy markets.

Key Learning Experiences:

  1. Real-time Flexibility is Key: One of our biggest takeaways has been the importance of real-time grid flexibility. By integrating demand response mechanisms, we learned how quickly consumers—both industrial and residential—can respond to grid signals, maintaining stability while optimizing their energy consumption.
  2. Data is the New Power: The role of market-driven insights and data analytics in the BMO has been eye-opening. Having access to real-time data allows grid operators and market participants to make faster, smarter decisions, reducing costs and improving efficiency.
  3. Seamless Renewable Integration: Working with the BMO has shown us the complexities and opportunities of renewable integration. By balancing intermittent energy sources like wind and solar with demand-side flexibility, we’ve learned how to create a more resilient and sustainable grid without sacrificing performance.
  4. Collaboration Drives Innovation: The interdisciplinary collaboration between academic institutions like the UPRC, industry experts, and market participants has proven that breakthroughs happen when diverse perspectives come together. The REEFLEX Project is a testament to the power of partnership.
  5. Empowering the End-User: Perhaps one of the most enlightening experiences has been witnessing how demand response empowers consumers to actively participate in grid operations. This not only improves grid stability but also allows users to make smarter energy choices, contributing to a greener future.

This experience enables learners to build the technical, analytical, and practical skills needed to optimize grid operations, integrate renewable energy, and manage flexible demand-side resources effectively in modern power systems.

What’s Next?

These learnings are just the beginning. As we continue to explore new frontiers in energy flexibility and market optimisation, the BMO with Demand Response will play a central role in creating a more adaptive and sustainable energy system.We’re excited to apply these insights to drive the next phase of energy innovation.

Innovation in Action: The BMO with Demand Response in REEFLEX

At the heart of the REEFLEX project is a vision of a resilient, adaptable, and greener energy future. The BMO with Demand Response is a key innovation that helps achieve that by empowering both the grid and consumers to work together in creating a flexible, balanced, and sustainable energy ecosystem. A key innovation of the tool under development concerns the Enhanced Grid Flexibility with DR for Renewables. This is executed by aligning DR programs more closely with renewable energy production, making DR a critical tool for integrating larger shares of intermittent renewables into the grid. This is implemented through (i) co-optimizing renewable generation and demand response close to real-time, ensuring that DR is dispatched to smooth out the variability of renewables like wind and solar, and (ii) creating dynamic DR programs specifically designed to align with the output of renewable energy, where consumers reduce or shift demand based on renewable availability (e.g., reducing load when solar production is low and increasing consumption when wind generation is high).

The REEFLEX deliverable – D5.5 – will include propositions and simulation scenarios for participation of cross-sector consumer flexibility in the markets, as well as evaluation of REEFLEX innovations on EU flexibility markets under specific scenarios.This combination of demand response and market optimisation enables us to support a grid that is not only more flexible but also increasingly sustainable and future-ready. Together with the REEFLEX project, we’re pushing the boundaries of energy flexibility, creating a resilient and greener future for all! 

Flexing Futures: REEFLEX’s Energy Revolution with Exploitable Results

In the dynamic energy landscape, the ongoing REEFLEX project offers a range of exploitable outcomes poised to redefine industry standards.  These Exploitable Results (ERs) offer a spectrum of possibilities, from cutting-edge technologies to streamlined processes and interconnected networks, aimed at enhancing engagement with demand-side flexibility markets. In this article, we explore the diverse outcomes of REEFLEX, ranging from advanced analytics platforms to pioneering algorithms and market selection tools. Join us as we uncover how these innovations are reshaping the energy landscape and paving the way for a more agile and responsive future.

Leveraging REEFLEX Exploitable Results (ERs)

REEFLEX Exploitable Results (ERs) represent the outputs generated throughout the REEFLEX project that hold potential for utilisation and impact, whether by project partners or other stakeholders. These outcomes encompass various elements such as knowledge, technology, processes, and networks, which can contribute to future research or innovation endeavours. Furthermore, they may include tangible and exploitable products such as innovations, prototypes, and services.

Engaging in the exploitation of REEFLEX results entails evaluating how these outcomes can be integrated into the development, production, and promotion of a product or process, as well as in the enhancement and delivery of services.

The project’s objective is to develop new flexibility services that enhance the involvement of energy stakeholders in demand-side flexibility markets. In this context, REEFLEX will empower project partners to make significant strides in key Research and Innovation (R&I) lines and technologies, many of which are already exploitable or replicable in other sectors or applications by the project’s conclusion. It is crucial to support partners in crafting an optimal strategy to leverage the outcomes of the REEFLEX project effectively. To accomplish this goal, a comprehensive analysis of commercially viable outcomes within the project has been conducted.

A successful implementation and market penetration of REEFLEX outcomes require an effective exploitation plan with a suitable strategy. In this sense, understanding the unique characteristics of each outcome is crucial.                  

A Closer Look at Exploitable Results

A total of 15 ERs have been identified. Below, a brief description of REEFLEX Exploitable Results along with the expected Technological Readiness Level at the end of the project is provided:

1a. REEFLEX platform

The REEFLEX platform is designed as an interoperable big data platform that streamlines data collection, improves data quality, and incorporates AI services. Atop this platform, a package of services and a suite of interoperable self-contained modules will be deployed. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

1b. REEFLEX Analytics Service 

REEFLEX analytics platform collects, processes, and analyses data to facilitate informed decision-making. The REEFLEX Analytics Platform uses advanced technologies like machine learning and artificial intelligence to reveal hidden insights, forecast future trends, and automate decision-making processes. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

2. VERIFY module/add-on 

VERIFY is an additional platform that will be integrated within the overall REEFLEX platform. This web-based platform conducts environmental and cost-focused analyses and computations in accordance with ISO 14040 standards. It encompasses diverse features, including functionalities like Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Life Cycle Cost (LCC), and real-time calculations of life cycle metrics. Additionally, the platform incorporates clustering techniques and economic analysis. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

3. USE module/add-on 

USE is an open-source web-based platform that facilitates the integration of diverse technical, environmental, economic, and social parameters, consolidating them into meaningful indices Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

4. Optimal microgrid management algorithms/add-ons 

Optimal micro grid management algorithms oversee the functioning of various consumer types (such as residential, commercial, data centres, industrial facilities, and extensive electric vehicle (EV) charging points) imposed by optimal participation in flexibility markets and are projected to be executed both in the REEFLEX cloud, in proprietary clouds and on the edge. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 5

5. Flexibility catalogue – 4

The flexibility catalogue relies on a tool that computes the Smart Readiness Indicator for grid and building assets. Simultaneously, it offers details about the manageability characteristics related to flexibility. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

6. Smart flexible appliances – 5

The appliances will link to flexibility markets through sophisticated control solutions seamlessly integrated into the platform. Consequently, end-users will be able to receive suggestions and/or signals to implement both implicit and explicit demand response measures. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7-8

7. IoT with management capabilities – 6            

REEFLEX implements a range of sensors, gateways, and concentrators, to collect and handle data within devices and transmit it to the platform. Algorithms for optimising grid management will be deployed at various levels, addressing diverse flexible resources, and operating in different environments. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

8. Flexible V2G/batteries inverters      

Innovative converters with improved efficiency and power density for a better conversion ratio in DC-based architectures. Their improved capabilities will facilitate more effective flexibility management and the delivery of additional energy services, including phase power balancing, as well as regulation of power factor and voltage. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

9. Universal Battery Management        

Utilizing second-life batteries, a strategy incorporating machine learning-driven algorithms will be integrated into the BMU. This strategy focuses on identifying operational parameters and conditions customised for specific use cases, facilitating the optimal integration and operation. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

10. NILM disaggregation techniques  

ML/DL algorithms enable the disaggregation of both residential (SEL) and industrial (CIRCE) energy loads. This enhances their capability to actively contribute to flexibility services. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 6

11. Flexibility calculation and aggregation tools         

Algorithms are developed to compute flexibility potential at the end-user level, strategies for aggregating these potentials, and requirements for providing flexibility at the grid/DSO level. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

12. Market selection tool           

Utilising the information gathered and processed by the REEFLEX platform, the market selection tool will be responsible for forecasting market behaviour and making optimal decisions regarding energy utilisation and flexibility market bidding. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

13. P2P system                 

A blockchain platform facilitates direct interaction between two parties without the need for intermediaries. The process will be automated through the generation of Smart Contracts. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 6

14. Common market module

The common operating market module at local, national and EU level will empower the establishment of requirements and standards for negotiating flexibility across various regions and among different entities within the trading system. Expected TRL at the end of the project: TRL 7

Development of the Evaluation Methodology in the REEFLEX Project: Progress and Outlook

The main target of the REEFLEX project is to develop a set of services and solutions to increase the participation of energy consumers in demand side flexibility markets. These services and tools will be deployed on four different demo sites along Europe such as Greece, Bulgaria, Switzerland and Spain. Each demo-site offers a unique environment due to its own regulatory landscape, consumers behavior, and energy markets, which ensures variability of scenarios to be considered in the project.

Implementing a Measuring and Evaluation Methodology

Partners of the REEFLEX project have been working since the beginning of the project on defining the methodology for evaluating services and the increase in the rate of renewable energies (RES). This methodology was developed after the first year of life of the project and is based on the International Performance and Verification Protocol (IPMVP). IPMVP is widely used worldwide to evaluate various types of energy conservation measures (ECMs) among others. With some modifications this protocol may be used to evaluate not only ECMs but also other sort of solutions, which is the case of the technological innovations that will be evaluated in the REEFLEX project.

How IPMVP was implemented

Within the frame of the REEFLEX project, the IPMVP was developed by studying the three main factors of the project; Demo-sites, Innovation Pillars, and Use Cases. Innovation pillars were grouped into several use cases, which were subsequently grouped to be implemented into demo sites. After this definition the first step of the IPMVP implementation was a deep study of which information on buildings and technical developments were available. Following a detailed list of Key Performance Indicator was defined.

To accomplish this task, several iterations were conducted by some partners of the project, initially starting with a list of more than one hundred KPIs. This list was reduced to obtain the more significant set of KPIs, finishing with a more manageable but still long list of seventy KPIs. In this definition all the involved partners agreed that was necessary to have at least one KPI per each of the Innovation Pillars in order to be able to evaluate its performance. This KPI list is the core of the main result of one of the tasks of the project which is shown in the deliverable D2.1. PMV Framework and KPIs

Next Steps for The Evaluation of REEFLEX Project Services 

As mentioned in previous paragraphs, while the definition of the PMV Framework and KPIs represents a significant milestone, the process of evaluating the performance of the REEFLEX project is not complete until the demonstration period starts. The demonstration period starts upon the successful deployment and seamless operation of services and tools at the demo-sites, free from errors or glitches. Along this period, the calculations of KPIs will be conducted and the results of them will be compared with a previous period when no services were implemented on the demo-sites (which is considered as a baseline). 

To completely perform the evaluation of the services and tools, Use Cases etc. will be necessary to follow the next steps:

  • Review the KPI list and decide which KPI will be calculated for each of the demo-sites and Use Cases. Depending on which KPI is more adequate for each Use Case and demo-site.
  • Ensure necessary information is available for each KPI, otherwise, check if thanks to the monitoring program and its deployment is possible to achieve it or not.
  • Define the IPMVP option. A, B, C or D, based on the availability of data, ease to calculate mathematical models, etc.
  • Calculate KPIs and define and calculate mathematical models when necessary. 
  • Compare both scenarios; before the deployment of the REEFLEX project services and tools and after.
  • Establish conclusions about the performance of the technological innovations in the REEFLEX project.

Press Release: Empowering Tomorrow’s Energy Landscape – A Year of Innovation and Growth

The REEFLEX Horizon project, a collaborative endeavour involving 27 partners from various countries, celebrates its first-year milestone in January 2024. Launched in January 2023, the project is dedicated to developing practical solutions and services that empower energy consumers to actively participate in demand side flexibility (DSF) markets.

Reeflex illustration

The primary aim of the REEFLEX project is to create an interoperable platform, acting as an energy marketplace that connects stakeholders across the cross-sector energy system. This platform makes flexibility markets accessible at local, national, and European levels, offering customised interactions and services to meet the diverse energy needs of consumers.

Building Strong Foundations

In the past year, the project has achieved significant milestones, particularly in tasks related to measuring performance and establishing robust privacy and cybersecurity frameworks. While some tasks, such as documenting equipment needs and use cases, are still in progress, completion is anticipated by April 2024. This period of foundational work sets the stage for the next phase of the project.

REEFLE Visual Identity

The project consortium has not only built a strong foundation but has also demonstrated remarkable unity through successful project meetings. General Assembly meetings occurred in Cyprus on June 28th – 29th, 2023, and in Turin on November 21st – 22nd, 2023, showcased collaborative efforts and set the tone for the project’s success.

Transforming Energy Management

The consortium has been actively working on standardizing communication protocols among various devices, ensuring seamless integration with the REEFLEX central platform. Additionally, efforts to repurpose second-life batteries for flexible energy storage units underscore our commitment to sustainability and adaptability. Tasks dedicated to developing algorithms for optimising microgrid management and identifying flexibility potential in assets are also well underway.

Core Data Platform Development

The focus on delivering the core Data Platform has progressed significantly. By understanding end-user needs and industry standards, we’ve designed an intelligent data system that supports optimization functions performed by Energy Service Providers.

Preparing for Deployment

While the official commencement is set for the near future, the preparatory work is in full swing. Equipment surveys in pilot sites, installation planning, and defining Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are currently underway. This preparation sets the stage for a coordinated implementation process as the project transitions into its next phase.

Next Steps: Welcoming New Milestones

As the project moves forward, the project will see the continuation of existing tasks and efforts into the new period. Additionally, two new work packages (WP5 “Energy services and interaction with flexibility markets” and WP7 “Guarantees for maximum replication and business models”) will begin operations. These new initiatives will further enhance capabilities in energy services, flexibility market interaction, and the development of robust business models.

As the REEFLEX project reflects on the past year, remarkable progress has been made, laying a solid foundation for the development and deployment of innovative solutions that will shape the future of energy management.

Successful Kick-off meeting in Zaragoza

On January 26th and 27th, Consortium members of the new and ground-breaking EU Horizon project, REEFLEX (REplicable, interoperable, cross-sector solutions and Energy services for demand side FLEXibility markets), gathered in Zaragoza, Spain, to get to know each other and refine the game plan for the four-year project.

The REEFLEX consortium met at Sala Polivalente Zaragoza Dinamiza in Zaragoza, to discuss the new Horizon project, which aims to generate niches of opportunities for new cross-sector energy services provided by SMEs and start-ups in demand-side flexibility markets and to increase the participation of energy consumers in demand-side flexibility markets, with participants from Norway, Denmark, Greece, Spain, Turkey, etc.

REEFLEX consortium members

“Increasing the understanding of the project”

«Kick-off meeting is an important moment on every project which increases the understanding of the project, and thus, align partners within the project goals and purpose. Additionally, it’s the first chance to meet the team, allowing to know the people you’d be working with for the next years».

Asier Rueda Hernandez, CIRCE – Centro Tecnológico, project manager for the REEFLEX project
IPR Workshop during the Kick-off

“Unifying the vision of the objectives and the global structure of the project”

During the two-day meeting, the partners refined the work packages, communicated and agreed on which tasks to collaborate on and help each other with – and when.

«The meeting allowed to unify the vision of the objectives and the global structure of the project, not only at organisation level, but also their task developments and their relationship within the project. Of course, it allowed to verify the distribution and responsibilities of the work to do». 

Gregorio Fernandez [CIRCE – Centro Tecnológico], project coordinator for the REEFLEX project.
REEFLEX Visual Identity

Demonstrating REEFLEX: Four demonstrators and three replicators

The project focuses on increasing the participation of energy consumers in demand-side flexibility markets (DSF) by developing a set of viable interoperable solutions and services based on the development of a central interoperable platform. 

The platform will act as an energy marketplace to connect to all kinds of stakeholders in the cross-sector energy system by facilitating their access to any flexibility market and providing a set of interactions and services of the catalogue tailor-made for their energy needs. 

REEFLEX solutions will be demonstrated and cross-tested in four main demonstrators (Spain, Greece, Switzerland, Bulgaria), and the services catalogue will be further replicated in three additional replicators across Europe to achieve broader coverage (Turkey, Portugal, Denmark).

«In the short term, the demonstrator’s requirements and architecture definitions will be analysed in order to define the key aspects for the correct development of the project solutions. In the long term, of course, the successful achievement of the solutions and services of energy consumers demand in DSF markets»

Asier Rueda Hernandez, CIRCE – Centro Tecnológico, project manager for the REEFLEX project.

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