Categorie: Innovation
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Digital ‘safety net’ paves way for electric car charging without overloading power grid
A new digital ‘safety net’ developed in the SmoothEMS project enables efficient local charging of electric vehicles without overloading the grid. Tested at three locations, including a.s.r. in Utrecht, it combines a user-friendly energy management system with Gridshield software, ensuring safe electricity delivery and preventing overload. Source: https://nederlandelektrisch.nl/actueel/nieuwsoverzicht/i2805/digitaal-vangnet-maakt-weg-vrij-voor-elektrische-auto-s-laden-zonder-overbelasting-stroomnet
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Suddenly Europe mainly invests in Dutch start-ups
European investments in Dutch start-ups surged in 2024, with 3.1 billion euros in venture capital despite broader European downturns. However, the scale-up ratio remains low, and domestic investments fell sharply. Notable highlights include strong deeptech growth, but concerns about stagnation and competitive ability persist. The ecosystem’s growth challenges require immediate attention. Source: https://www.engineersonline.nl/ineens-investeert-vooral-europa-in-nl-start-ups/
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Yotta Energy Transforms Commercial Solar With Innovative Yotta Block Storage Solution
Yotta Energy launched Yotta Block, a rebranded and advanced version of SolarLEAF. It replaces standard ballast blocks and integrates behind PV modules, simplifying solar-plus-storage design and installation. It’s modular, scalable, and universally compatible, addressing key challenges in commercial solar adoption.Source: https://solarquarter.com/2025/02/23/yotta-energy-transforms-commercial-solar-with-innovative-yotta-block-storage-solution/
