Dutch utility partners with Enphase to help battery users save energy costs

A new strategic partnership between Dutch energy provider Frank Energie and California-headquartered multinational Enphase Energy means Frank Energie customers with Enphase solar and battery systems will be able to participate in the grid imbalance energy marketplace in the Netherlands.

The collaboration enables owners of Enphase IQ Batteries to participate in Frank Energie’s dynamic tariff program, as well as its virtual power plants (VPPs) to help manage grid imbalances and unlock further compensation.

We’re excited to collaborate with Enphase to enhance grid reliability and efficiency,” said Hans van der Woude, CEO of Frank Energie. “Integration with Enphase systems will enable more of our customers to maximize savings through sustainable, efficient energy management.”

Frank Energie was established in 2021 in the Netherlands to supply residential consumers with energy. It has since expanded into other European markets, such as Belgium and Spain, and is actively pursuing expansion into France and Italy for next year. Its main offering is dynamic energy contracts paired with smart energy management services. Grid congestion, a problem in the Netherlands, is one of the company’s main concerns.

Its collaboration with multinational firm Enphase follows the Dutch launch of Enphase Energy’s IQ Battery 5P and IQ Energy Management software. The technology enables homeowners to manage dynamic energy tariffs and can help maximize energy savings, say the pair.

“By working together, we can help optimize energy usage across Dutch households and speed up the energy transition,” said Sabbas Daniel, senior vice president of sales at Enphase Energy.

Enphase’s solar and battery systems, in collaboration with Frank Energie’s advanced energy programs, can use AI optimization to direct electricity toward the home or export it to the grid.

The IQ Battery 5P ranges from 5 to 60 kWh, with each 5 kWh battery delivering continuous power of 3.84 kW.