XL-CONNECT

The XL-CONNECT project started in 2023 and the first results are coming in! 22 project partners from all over Europe contribute to this European funded 3,5-year project aiming to optimize on demand charging solutions for electric vehicles to employ V1G/V2G/V2X technologies. An optimized charging network considering human, technical and economic factors along the entire charging chain will be developed. You can stay informed on the progress of this project by following our LinkedIn page, visiting the website ?? https://xlconnect.eu/ and subscribing for the newsletter ?? https://lnkd.in/eeXcBHKg. Virtual Vehicle Research GmbH Università degli Studi di Firenze IFP Energies nouvelles Avesta Battery & Energy Engineering (ABEE) Applus+ IDIADA Uniresearch B.V. FEV Europe GmbH FEV Group Eurecat - Technology Centre of Catalonia RWTH Aachen University AIT Austrian Institute of Technology GmbH Mycroft Mind Regionetz GmbH ABB E-mobility Západo?eská univerzita v Plzni (Z?U) E-REDES DCCS Informationstechnik GmbH CIRCONTROL Fried. v. Neuman GmbH Neuman Aluminium Flie?presswerk GmbH BMW Group Estra S.p.A. CINEA - European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency European Commission XL-CONNECT #HorizonEurope #europeancommission #EVEnergyOptimization #ChargingChainRevolution #GridStabilityBoost #EVChargingRevolution #FutureOfMobility #SmartChargingSolutions #GreenTransportation #EnergyStorageInMotion #DrivingTheGridForward #ElectricVehicleNetwork #InnovationInChargingTech #PoweringTheFuture #SmartGridIntegration #EuropeanEVInitiative #SustainableTransportation #ConnectedChargingNetworks #EVGridInteroperability #AdvancedChargingTechnologies #DrivingChangeTogether #OptimizedChargingNetwork

?? New Publication Alert! ?? We’re excited to share a new research paper by our partners at the Università degli Studi di Firenze (UNIFI): ?? "A Review of Computational Methods and Tools for Life Cycle Assessment of Traction Battery Systems" ? Why it matters: Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a key tool for evaluating the environmental footprint of products, yet uncertainties and data limitations often pose challenges. This review explores state-of-the-art computational tools for LCA, focusing on traction batteries. ?? Key insights: ? Analysis of LCA software architectures & database integration ? Exploration of uncertainty analysis & multidisciplinary features ? Best practices for system boundaries, inventory criteria, and impact assessment ? Practical guidance for researchers, designers, and policymakers By bridging computational advancements with sustainability goals, this work provides a roadmap for more effective, data-driven battery design. ?? Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/dcbAt8Fd #CINEA #HorizonEurope #2ZERO #Sustainability #LifeCycleAssessment #BatteryTech #EnvironmentalImpact #Innovation #EV #bidirectionalcharging

???? Advancing Sustainable Mobility at the RTR Conference in Brussels! Last week at the RTR Conference, the XL-Connect Project took the stage during the session on “EV Charging: Advanced Solutions Benefiting Both the User and the Grid”. Alois Steiner from Virtual Vehicle Research GmbH (ViV), our project coordinator, presented the latest breakthroughs in EV charging technologies and their impact on smarter grid management. The session, co-moderated by Guido Sacchetto (European Commission, DG RTD) and Christof Schernus (FEV Group), fostered valuable discussions on the future of sustainable mobility. It was also inspiring to see fellow projects from the V2X Cluster, FLOW Project and DriVe2X, showcase their contributions to advancing vehicle-to-everything (V2X) solutions. Together, we are shaping a more connected and sustainable transportation ecosystem. ?? A big thank-you to the RTR Conference for providing an excellent platform for industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers to exchange ideas and drive innovation forward. #EVCharging #SustainableMobility #V2X #RTRConference #Innovation #XLConnect #ElectricVehicles

?????????? ????????????! ???????? ???????????????????? ???????? ??-???????????????? ??????????????. ???? Do you drive an electric car or plan to get one soon? We want to hear from you! As part of the EU project XL-CONNECT, we're conducting a survey on e-mobility and charging technologies. ? ?? ?????? ???????? ?????????? ??????????????: We’re currently missing enough female perspectives to fully understand gender-specific differences and needs in e-mobility. Of course, everyone who uses or plans to use an electric car is warmly invited to participate! ? ?????? ??????????????????????? Your insights will help improve new charging technologies and shape the future of e-mobility. ?? ? ?? ???????? ???????? ???? ?????? ???????????? ??????: https://lnkd.in/eunCgF68 ? ?? Please share this survey with anyone in your network who might be interested. Every response counts in creating a more inclusive and innovative future for e-mobility! #electriccar #mobility #women #charging

???? Meet Eleonora Innocenti, a talented PhD candidate from the Università degli Studi di Firenze (UNIFI) and a key member of the MOVING (Mobility and Vehicle Innovation Group) research group. Currently, Eleonora is expanding her horizons during a research period abroad at EURECAT, one of the partner organizations in the XL-Connect project. ? A Passion for Research Eleonora's journey into research was inspired by her drive to contribute to cutting-edge European projects. Now, she focuses on sustainable mobility systems, particularly in assessing the environmental impact of traction batteries and electric vehicles. ? Collaboration in XL-Connect At EURECAT, Eleonora is leveraging international collaboration to refine strategies for sustainable innovation. She is proud of her team's efforts at UNIFI, especially the development of a real-life demonstrator in Florence that tests bidirectional charging optimization. This work bridges research and practical application, shedding light on the environmental and economic benefits of new technologies. ?? Looking Ahead Eleonora's time at EURECAT exemplifies the power of cross-border collaboration within XL-Connect. It not only enhances her research but also strengthens the project’s impact on fostering sustainable mobility across Europe. Let’s celebrate the achievements of dedicated researchers like Eleonora, whose work shapes a more sustainable future for all! ?? https://lnkd.in/ehVuJGj8 #CINEA #HorizonEurope #SustainableMobility #XLConnect #Innovation #Research #Collaboration #FutureIsElectric

?? Happy Holidays from the XL-Connect Project Team! ?? As the year comes to a close, we’re excited to reflect on the progress we’ve made together in the XL-Connect project. From advancing on-demand multi-directional charging solutions to optimizing the entire charging chain, we’re one step closer to creating a more stable and efficient grid for electric vehicles. ??? It’s been an exciting year of teamwork, innovation, and big ideas—thanks for being part of the journey! We can’t wait to keep building the future of sustainable mobility with you in the year ahead. Wishing you a fantastic holiday season and an electrifying New Year! 2?? 0?? 2?? 5?? ?? Warm regards, The XL-Connect Project Team #CINEA #horizoneurope #innovation #technology #grid #sustainability #electribmobility #V2X #chargingsolutions

???? Help Shape the Future of EV Charging in Europe! Virtual Vehicle Research GmbH are conducting a survey for the XL-Connect project to gain insights into how EV drivers across Europe charge their vehicles today and envision charging solutions in the future. Your input will help optimize charging processes by addressing user habits, technical needs, and economic factors. Whether you already own an EV or are planning to switch in the coming years, your perspective is invaluable! The survey is anonymous, takes just 10-20 minutes, and will directly contribute to creating a more efficient, user-centered EV charging network. ??Take the Survey Now: https://lnkd.in/eunCgF68 Let’s drive the future of electric mobility together! #EV #mobility #charging #electric #2ZERO #CINEA #HorizonEurope #innovation #technology

On Tuesday and Wednesday, the XL-CONNECT consortium came together for the 4th General Assembly meeting. The meeting was hosted by Eurecat - Technology Centre at their offices in Barcelona, Spain ??. During the meeting, all task leaders provided updates on their work from the last months and presented the next steps for the upcoming months ?? . Our project partners from RWTH Aachen University and FEV Group (Nicolas R??ler, 曹鑫源, and Thomas Schade) even drove one of the use case vehicles all the way from Aachen (Germany) to Barcelona! With only 5 short recharging stops, the journey was both #sustainable and #pleasant! ?? Don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter, to stay up-to-date with the latest project updates: https://lnkd.in/eeXcBHKg #HorizonEurope #CINEA #EV #Charging #V2X #sustainable #innovation #technology #research

Monday afternoon, time for a coffee break ? with Alexandra Ciuriuc Eurecat - Technology Centre. Alexandra is the work package leader for WP6: “Evaluation of Operational, Social and Economic Impacts”. ? Alexandra and her team are analyzing the impact of the electrical vehicles on the grid, by assessing and monitoring power quality considering load profiles, EV penetration scenarios and battery charging profiles, and the impact of the different bidirectional charging profiles on battery degradation. ? Click here to read more: ?? https://lnkd.in/eV_wa-cT ? #CINEA #HorizonEurope #EV #charging #gridimpact #innovation #technology #LCA #battery #research