Energy Management for Transport Company Charging Hubs
Panteia conducted research on energy management for charging hubs of transport companies, commissioned by TVM, an insurer specializing in transport and logistics. The recommendations in the resulting 'green paper' support transport companies in transitioning to a zero-emission fleet.
By 2030, 30% of new heavy-duty freight vehicles in the Netherlands must be emission-free, and by 2040, this rises to 100%. These electric vehicles need charging. For companies with available space, charging on their own premises is appealing due to flexibility, charging reliability, and cost efficiency.
Energy management offers transport companies several advantages: continuity, business optimisation, cost savings, revenue generation, compliance, and corporate social responsibility. Due to grid congestion, efficient energy management is crucial for charging electric vehicles. An EMS (Energy Management System) optimizes charging schedules, reduces peak demand, and lowers energy costs by leveraging favourable charging times. It provides insights into energy usage, facilitates predictive maintenance, and supports reporting requirements such as the CSRD. Additionally, an EMS assists in trading Renewable Fuel Units (RFUs), which can generate extra income. While an EMS requires investment, the costs are generally outweighed by the financial and sustainable benefits it delivers.
"Transport companies benefit from energy management systems—not just for the energy transition itself but also to save costs and even generate income. Our green paper explains how this works." - researcher Sander van der Meulen.
The green paper provides more information on energy management systems and their implementation. You can request the green paper (in Dutch) via TVM's website.
