iwell expanding from the Netherlands into the DACH region

iwell, a pioneer in the development of modular, software-controlled energy management systems (EMS) and battery energy storage systems (BESS) for the commercial and industrial (C&I) sector, is expanding from the Netherlands into the DACH region.

With intelligent control systems, iwell addresses the increasing challenges related to grid congestion, volatile electricity prices, the growing need for flexibility and system integration, and the necessity of a reliable and intelligent power supply. This is particularly relevant in sectors such as logistics, transport, manufacturing, SMEs, and industry, where resilience and energy efficiency are critical to success.

iwell's solution is based on a combination of a specially developed, AI-based EMS platform and scalable hardware. This allows for real-time visualization and optimization of power generation, consumption, and storage behavior for the grid and market. iwell's technology focus is on behind-the-meter projects, in which storage systems, PV systems, charging infrastructure, or heat generators are intelligently linked behind the grid connection point. The iwell EMS can be easily connected to energy and building technology systems via smart meters and open interfaces.

"The energy system in Germany is facing a similar development to that in the Netherlands: more volatility, more electricity consumption, more decentralization, but hardly any increase in grid capacity. Without smart control solutions, massive bottlenecks threaten. We have over 10 years of experience and know what the market needs," says Manuel Schmidt, Country Director DACH at iwell.

The power grids of many countries are already under severe strain. While the share of renewable energy is growing, it is not always available. Added to this is rising demand due to the electrification of heating and transport, as well as the growth of AI and data centers. Events in the Netherlands, such as feed-in bans, terminated contracts, and the threat of blackouts, demonstrate how quickly grid stability becomes a challenge. iwell sees the same dynamics in Germany.

"Blackouts can't always be prevented, but you can better prepare for them. Our storage solutions with backup power capability and intelligent control increase the resilience of critical infrastructures. The real strength, however, lies in the software: It prioritizes loads, optimizes behavior in real time, and significantly increases profitability—especially with a view to dynamic electricity tariffs, which will play an even greater role in the future," Schmidt continued.

iwell aims to broadly establish its EMS solutions throughout the DACH region by 2028. With over 300 projects in four countries, the company has already established a solid foundation for success, making a decisive contribution to the energy transition and security of supply.