AKKU SYS Akkumulator- und Batterietechnik Nord GmbH

To provide much-needed flexibility to the increasingly renewables-dominated power systems, energy storage requires suitable market schemes and fair market conditions. Although authorities are increasingly recognizing the benefits of storage, regulations are still lagging behind. Lack of contracted revenues, barriers to co-location with PV, and an uneven playing field for European cleantech manufacturers are only a few examples of where storage needs regulatory action.In this panel, experts discuss the most exciting developments in regulatory frameworks, their suitability for unlocking the full potential of energy storage as well as necessary improvements.

As the share of fluctuating electricity producers (PV and wind power) continues to grow, electric energy storage systems will have to fulfill more and more functions in the grid. Batteries play a particularly important role here. From commercial and industrial storage systems to utility-scale storage systems for multi-use cases, the requirements are increasing. Key quality indicators are not only safety (including functional safety) but also reliability as well as performance, defined by efficiency and effectiveness, over an ideally long service life. Compliance with site-specific requirements, such as noise generation, is also important. In this session, these aspects will be examined from different points of view, providing recommendations beyond existing standards based on operating experience.

With over 6 years of experience in hydrogen and pressurised alkaline electrolysis technology, Hyacinthe takes on the role of technical leader within the sales team for the EMEA region. His engineering background, coupled with a degree in Energy, has given him a thorough understanding of the industry. Hyacinthe has previously put his expertise into practice with a European OEM, where he focused on bringing innovation to technologies specific to pressurised alkaline electrolyzer. Hyacinthe isn't just a supporter, he's an active contributor to the sustainable development of global clean energy. With his experience, he continues to make a significant contribution to the progress of the green hydrogen industry, striving for a greener and more sustainable future.

Frank Wouters has been leading renewable energy projects, transactions, and technology development for more than 30 years and played a lead role in the development of renewable energy projects valued at over $5 billion. He served as Deputy Director-General of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) from 2012 to 2014. Mr. Wouters has served on the board of energy companies in Europe, Asia, the US and Africa and currently serves as: - Senior Vice President Energy Transition at Reliance Industries, - Director of the EU GCC Clean Energy Technology Network, a platform that fosters partnerships between Europe and the Gulf, - Fellow, Payne Institute, Colorado School of Mines, - Chairman of the MENA Hydrogen Alliance, - Chairman of the Dii Advisory Board, - Non-Executive Board Director of Gore Street Capital, London, and - Non-Executive Board Director of Vast Solar in Australia. Frank has authored several books on renewable energy and green hydrogen and lives in Abu Dhabi. He has a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Delft University.