Episode 51 - INTERFACE Nordics: Batteries, Flexibility and the Next Phase of Charging

When EV Charging Moves From Deployment To Orchestration

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The Nordic EV market is among the most mature in the world, but its next challenge is no longer adoption—it is optimization. As charging networks expand and power demand increases, grid constraints, energy costs, and capacity limitations are becoming central considerations for Charge Point Operators (CPOs).

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The conversation is shifting from deploying chargers to orchestrating energy. Batteries, flexibility markets, load management, and closer collaboration with Distribution System Operators (DSOs) are emerging as essential tools for scaling EV charging infrastructure sustainably.

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In this episode of the FLEXECHARGE podcast, recorded just after INTERFACE Nordics in Copenhagen, Christophe brings together insights from Martin Moos (Elevathors), Daniel Bogdanoski (OKQ8 Energy), Jacob Ribergaard Vinther (Cerius-Radius), and Wulf Schlachter (DXBe Management). Through a series of short interviews, they explore how the industry is adapting to a future where EV smart charging and energy optimization are becoming just as important as the chargers themselves.

What You Will Learn in This Episode

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This episode is packed with practical insights for CPOs, utilities, consultants, and
energy professionals.

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Key learnings include:

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• Why battery energy storage systems (BESS) are becoming a critical component of EV charging infrastructure
• How grid flexibility and flexibility markets create new opportunities for charging operators
• Why collaboration between CPOs and DSOs is becoming increasingly important
• How EV smart charging and load management help maximize existing grid capacity
• Why heavy-duty charging will require a new approach to energy infrastructure planning
• How the Nordic market is moving from charger deployment toward full energy orchestration