The smarter E Europe – Special Exhibit "Bidirectional Charging"

The key to a future-proof energy world in hall C6

Electric cars can do so much more than quietly whisk us from A to B with zero emissions. With their ability to not only store electricity from renewable sources of energy, but also feed it back into the grid, they will become an indispensable component for a renewable 24/7 energy supply.

Bidirectional charging and, in particular, vehicle-to-grid technology (V2G) use the storage capacity of vehicle batteries to make our energy system more flexible, more efficient and more cost effective.

Special Exhibit Bidirectional Charging – experience the future, today

At The smarter E Europe, Europe’s largest alliance of exhibitions for the energy industry, the special exhibit Bidirectional Charging will be presented for the first time from May 7–9, 2025 in Munich. In hall C6, right next to the Power2Drive Forum , you can see for yourself how visions become reality:

Exhibits and live demos: Discover how vehicle-to-X technology works in practice—whether it's vehicle-to-grid, vehicle-to-building, vehicle-to-load, or vehicle-to-home.
Specialist presentations and discussions: Learn firsthand from leading experts how bidirectional charging transforms our energy system and which developments are set to shape our future.
Best practices and innovations: Discover inspiring projects and practical examples from Germany, Europe and across the world.
New business models: Find out how companies, cities and municipalities can use technology in a sustainable and economical way.

This special exhibit offers you the perfect opportunity to delve deeper into these technologies and engage with leading minds in the industry.

Why bidirectional charging is indispensable

Bidirectional charging is the answer to some of the energy transition’s most pressing challenges. Here are just some of the key advantages:

Reduces electricity costs and eases the burden on the grid: Electric vehicles store electricity from renewable sources of energy and return it as required, which saves costs and stabilizes the grid.
Boosts the integration of renewable energies into the system: By acting as flexible storage devices, electric vehicles expand the use of renewable energy around the clock.
Saves costs for utility companies and consumers: According to a Transport & Environment study, bidirectional charging could result in savings across Europe of up to 22 billion euros a year for utilities and car drivers. More than 100 billion euros could be saved by 2040. These savings are due to the more efficient use of generation capacity, the reduction of curtailment and lower fuel consumption.
Accelerates the energy transition: Bidirectional charging optimizes the use of renewable energy, driving the energy transition forward at an even greater pace.

Cost advantages and suitability for daily use for consumers

Vehicle owners can also reap the enormous benefits. Smart charging and discharging technology not only reduces electricity costs, but can also even extend battery service life. Renault and The Mobility House are demonstrating how bidirectional charging works in practice. In France, owners of V2G-enabled vehicles can charge them for free if the vehicle battery is available to the energy system. From 2025, this model is set to be rolled out in Germany and the UK, too.

Further content

From technical articles and studies to webinars and podcasts – make sure you seize this opportunity to expand your knowledge and explore the versatile potential of bidirectional charging.

Podcast: The Future of Energy Integration: Bidirectional Charging and Multi-Level Batteries

Podcast: Bidirectional Charging: Is Europe Ready for the Revolution?