Europe’s energy transition is not only about producing more renewable electricity. It is also about using electricity more intelligently. Demand-side flexibility can help reduce pressure on the grid, improve system efficiency and support a more resilient energy market.
According to EU Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER) 2025 Monitoring Report (https://www.acer.europa.eu/monitoring/MMR/barriers-demand-response-2025), unlocking Demand Response remains a key challenge for Europe, especially in the residential sector, where dynamic pricing and active consumer participation are still not widespread.
Projects such as DR-RISE are important because they help test how private households can become part of this flexibility ecosystem through digital tools, user engagement and innovative energy services.
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