The Super Smart Charging Hubs (SSCH) project, a flagship initiative under the Interreg North Sea Programme, has officially launched with a dynamic two-day kickoff meeting in Vlissingen. This collaborative project brings together key partners to revolutionise smart charging infrastructure, intelligent energy management, and sustainable mobility solutions across the North Sea region.
At the heart of this initiative is the ambition to address critical challenges in energy and transport by developing innovative smart charging hubs that optimise energy usage while minimising costly grid upgrades.
MOBI’s Role in Driving Innovation
As the dedicated research partner, the Electric and Autonomous Vehicles Research Group and the EVERGi Research Group from MOBI (Vrije Universiteit Brussel) play a central role in the project. MOBI leads activities in the following areas:
- Stakeholder Engagement: Identifying and understanding the needs of key stakeholders to ensure tailored and impactful solutions.
- Assessment of Charging Hubs: Evaluating the feasibility and efficiency of the proposed Super Smart Charging Hubs.
- Feasibility Studies and Business Plans: Developing strategic frameworks to ensure the hubs’ success and scalability in real-world settings.
Through its work, MOBI aims to support 25 SMEs in bringing innovative charging solutions to market, accelerating the transition to sustainable mobility. By reducing dependency on costly grid reinforcements, the project seeks to set a benchmark for cost-effective and efficient energy management practices.
A Collaborative Effort for a Sustainable Future
The kickoff meeting brought together project partners to exchange ideas, discuss strategies, and align on the project’s vision. Key topics included the development of smart charging solutions, optimising energy flow, and advancing the use of renewable energy sources to power the next generation of mobility systems.
The Super Smart Charging Hubs project represents a significant step toward achieving the twin goals of energy efficiency and sustainable transport in the North Sea region. By combining cutting-edge research, innovative solutions, and strong partnerships, the project is set to redefine how we approach charging infrastructure and mobility.
