Industrial flexibility is no longer a nice-to-have. As renewable energy production grows and electricity prices become increasingly volatile, the ability to adapt energy consumption is becoming essential for both competitiveness and the energy transition. But what does it really take to make flexibility work at scale?
In this episode of Flexing the Future, Frank Alaerts, Jeroen Van Fraechem and Jens Baetens from Entras explore the forces shaping industrial flexibility. From physical grid constraints and market dynamics to the risks of relying on imbalance prices, they discuss why long-term value requires looking beyond short-term opportunities. They also address the challenges slowing down adoption, the impact of energy tariffs and regulation, and why simplicity, education and a step-by-step approach are key to unlocking flexibility.
The key takeaway? Start with the fundamentals, focus on predictable value and build from there. Flexibility doesn’t have to be implemented all at once, but the time to start is now.
Listen to the full episode of Flexing the Future and discover what is shaping industrial flexibility, where the real opportunities lie and how businesses can take practical steps towards unlocking its full potential.
