Driving Sustainable Change with Data & AI
In the NEVERFLAT project, one of the core technological components is the use of AI-powered forecasting tools to support the intelligent rollout and operation of EV charging infrastructure. These tools are designed to predict energy demand, support optimal charger placement, and help balance local energy loads in real time.
Smarter Planning Through Data
One of the biggest challenges for cities and service providers is deciding where and how many chargers to install. NEVERFLAT tackles this by developing predictive models that analyze historical data, traffic patterns, local energy consumption, and solar energy potential. This enables planners to make informed decisions, avoiding over- or under-provisioning of infrastructure.
Demand Forecasting and Load Management
NEVERFLAT’s forecasting tools do more than just support planning. They also help manage ongoing operations by predicting when and where energy demand will spike. This allows for smarter load balancing — reducing strain on the grid, managing peak usage, and improving the overall efficiency of the charging process.
The project’s real-time forecasting also supports Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) scenarios, where electric vehicles can return energy to the grid when demand is high. This contributes to greater flexibility in the energy system and helps integrate more renewable sources.
Reducing Congestion and Charging Times
By anticipating demand, the system can guide users to less busy stations or schedule charging sessions during off-peak times. This approach helps reduce charging congestion, shortens waiting times, and distributes usage more evenly across available infrastructure.
Supporting Local Authorities and Service Providers
All of these capabilities are wrapped into a set of planning and deployment tools aimed at public authorities, infrastructure operators, and energy providers. These tools offer geospatial and statistical dashboards that support strategic decisions around investments, energy distribution, and public engagement.
NEVERFLAT’s use of AI for prediction and planning is not about replacing existing systems — it’s about making them work better together. Through accurate forecasts and data-driven insights, the project enables smarter, more efficient, and locally adapted EV charging networks that can scale with future needs.