Flexibility as a service

R. Volpe, O. Bernstrauch, A. Stuxberg, F. Bianchi, T. Chilou, K. Ganesan, N. Hatziargyriou, J.P. Chaves, et al.

Summary:

This white paper investigates FaaS as a contributor to a net-zero, high-RES European energy system. Its main recommendations, intended for system operators, regulators and industry, are to standardise flexibility products and interfaces, to invest in the digital infrastructure that makes delivery verifiable, and to design remuneration that reflects the true temporal and locational value of flexibility.

Spanish layman's summary:

Este libro blanco analiza el FaaS en un sistema energético europeo con cero emisiones netas y alta penetración renovable. Recomienda normalizar productos e interfaces de flexibilidad, invertir en infraestructuras digitales de verificación y remunerar su valor temporal y geográfico.

English layman's summary:

This white paper examines FaaS in a net-zero, high-renewables European energy system. It recommends standardising flexibility products and interfaces, investing in digital verification infrastructure, and rewarding flexibility according to its temporal and locational value.

Keywords: digital infrastructure supply , energy grid , energy transition , EU energy policy , holistic approach , hydrogen production , information security , on line data service , service

Publication date: 18-Aug-2026

DOI reference: https://data.europa.eu/doi/10.2926/6413481