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Media: Innovation accelerator Eindhoven Engine enters new phase

As a society, we face numerous challenges. At Eindhoven Engine, a collaborative program between companies, knowledge institutions, social organizations and citizens in the Brainport region, work has been going on for years on innovations to address these problems. Now the program is breaking new ground.

Tackling energy challenges in buildings

The BuildInFlexergy approach

As buildings become increasingly reliant on electricity to maintain their indoor climate, they face challenges such as electricity supply and limited grid capacity.

To address these issues, Eindhoven Engine is happy to announce the BuildInFlexergy initiative commenced on May 1st, 2025.

Focus on energy flexibility

This project brings together 12 partners, including Eindhoven Engine, with the goal of enhancing the reliability and efficiency of local energy supply by better utilizing energy flexibility. This initiative is particularly crucial for large, complex building systems equipped with heat pumps and thermal energy storage. These systems often experience stability and coordination issues, which can negatively impact both energy and comfort performance. By focusing on energy flexibility, BuildInFlexergy aims to overcome these challenges and ensure a more stable and efficient energy supply for building.

Smart control systems and model predictive control

Transforming building energy management with smart control systems and model predictive control, we achieve real-time responsiveness and dynamic climate control, optimizing with key performance indicators. This unified approach to innovation places buildings at the heart of the energy transition, paving the way for the future of building energy flexibility.

This project not only addresses current challenges but also sets a precedent for future developments in energy-efficient building management.