Fraunhofer Institute for Transportation and Infrastructure Systems IVI
The development of intelligent energy supply systems is a key requirement for sustainable energy supply and the future of mobility. In view of the rising amount of electric vehicles, especially in public transport, it is essential to plan efficient charging infrastructure and to manage fleets efficiently. On the basis of precise load prognoses, energy demand and energy availability can be harmonized perfectly, which leads to a reliable as well as cost- and energy-efficient supply.
Effective and flexible solutions for intelligent energy supply concepts
Effective load management allows flexible control of energy flows, thus avoiding peak loads. This is of importance especially in times of high demand. Additional braking energy recuperation in trams opens up further potentials: the energy stored can be fed back to the overhead line network or used for the connected bus charging infrastructure, which increases the overall efficiency of the system.
The operation of energy storage systems plays a central role. These systems help store surplus energy and relase it on demand, which stabilizes grid stability, increases efficiency and lowers costs. Therefore, intelligent energy supply systems are the key to a sustainable, efficient and future-proof mobility that with benefit to both the environment and the economy.