Electrification of Transportation and Logistics

Logistics companies face the challenge of electrifying their truck fleets without overloading the existing grid connection point. Increasing climate requirements and stricter European emission standards make the switch to electric trucks necessary–but charging many vehicles simultaneously creates enormous power spikes that the local power grid cannot easily handle. Furthermore, the trucks’ charging times rarely align with solar power generation.

Our solution is based on a holistic energy system approach: By combining a photovoltaic system, stationary battery storage, and an intelligent energy management system (EMS), peak loads can be capped, solar power can be temporarily stored, and charging processes can be controlled in a cost-optimized manner. The EMS coordinates both the storage system and all charging points, utilizing price signals from the electricity market as well as the flexibility of vehicle downtime. This allows for reduced electricity costs and the gradual integration of more and more electric trucks–without the need for expensive grid expansion.

We analyze how you can electrify your logistics company while making optimal use of your existing grid connection. In doing so, we simulate an optimal design for your energy system, assess whether and how it should be expanded with PV-battery systems, define the necessary control logic, and determine the economic benefits.

At the core of our service are two Fraunhofer-developed frameworks:

• NRGISE simulates and analyzes your energy system, taking into account the grid connection, PV system, stationary battery storage, building load, and the charging and driving profiles of your electric trucks and electric cars.
• OptiCharge handles model-predictive charging control and optimizes battery usage and charging processes in 15-minute intervals over the course of an entire year based on day-ahead electricity prices, PV forecasts, and load forecasts.

As a result, you receive a clearly structured report that outlines a realistic, scientifically and economically sound transformation path for the electrification of your logistics operations.

Schedule a no-obligation consultation today and find out which electrification scenario makes the most technical sense and is the most economically attractive for your location.