Call Module 2026-02 Energy system flexibility in a high renewable energy sources (RES) scenario: energy generation, storage and system integration
Energy systems with high shares of renewable energy sources (RES) require flexibility in generation, storage, and management.
This call module focuses on research and innovation supporting flexible and system-integrated energy systems with up to 100% variable renewable energy. This includes solutions for energy generation, storage, digital technologies, and improved coordination between supply and demand in high-RES energy systems.
The call module contributes to the implementation of the Green Powered Future Mission (GPFM) Flagship Project 2 (FP). It is developed in collaboration between Mission Innovation (MI) and the CETPartnership Transition Initiatives 1 and 2.
Key challenges include:
- Increase renewable generation while preserving system stability and reliability.
- Foster adoption of energy storages technologies and systems.
- Strengthen quality of supply and flexible operations.
- Enable flexibility markets adopting innovative flexibility sources and demand side applications.
- Leverage system digitalisation, including Cybersecurity aspects, AI and digital twins.
Proposals may address flexible and integrated energy systems, including renewable generation, storage solutions, digital platforms, smart demand-side management and system coordination approaches.
Proposals should demonstrate measurable progress towards flexible, highly renewable and system-integrated energy systems with high standards of security and quality of supply.
Projects are expected to:
- Project start at TRL 3 or higher.
- Project end at least +1–2 TRL.
Contact point: Please direct inquiries to both TRI1@cetpartnership.eu and TRI2@cetpartnership.eu
Attention: This is just an introduction to the call module. Make sure to read the full call text before applying, including the detailed scope, requirements, and eligibility conditions, which will be published this summer.