21.02.2024
STREAM project’s tools and services are beginning to take shape
Eighteen STREAM partner organisations recently gathered in Zagreb, Croatia, for the 4th General Meeting. On 13 and 14 February 2024, the consortium convened to review the work completed, assess the current status of the project, discuss potential challenges, and establish a roadmap for the next six months.
As the project is currently well in its second year, the STREAM tools which will support a novel and robust flexibility ecosystem for existing power markets’ low voltage grids are beginning to take shape. IRI UL support the project’s innovation process by leading a people-centred design approach, which guides the engagement of target groups and stakeholders in STREAM’s demonstration pilots. Its purpose is to ensure that the services developed and implemented in the project address the actual needs of target groups and key stakeholders within their specific social, organisational, or other relevant contexts.
In Zagreb, the first day was allocated for comprehensive presentations on all work packages, followed by detailed discussions. On the second day, participants had the unique opportunity to step outside the meeting venue and visit the Rimac factory. The guided tour provided an up-close look at the advanced technology and meticulous craftsmanship that goes into creating the Nevera, Rimac Automobili’s world-renowned electric hypercar. Renowned for its speed and performance records, the Nevera is a testament to the enormous potential of electric power and positions Rimac Automobili as a relevant player in the electric vehicle revolution.
Following the factory tour, a workshop was conducted, focusing on the ongoing tasks related to the four pilot sites in Slovenia, Finland, Spain, and Italy and on the ongoing reports for the European Commission. The meeting concluded with a session at Avant Car Croatia’s premises, where the team presented detailed insights into their Car Sharing (CS) system, electric vehicle (EV) charging processes, and operational management. The discussions also addressed people-centric needs, an important topic in the STREAM project.
The two days spent in Zagreb proved to be extremely valuable, fostering collaboration and setting the stage for future activities within the project. Special thanks to Avant Car for their exemplary organization of the meeting and for providing a firsthand experience of their Avant2Go service.