- Monta and GridBeyond have registered 2,000 EV charge points in the UK’s SFFR programme to help balance electricity demand and prevent shortages.
- Monta’s PowerBank detects grid imbalances and temporarily pauses charging, reducing strain and improving energy distribution.
- Charge point owners benefit by earning rewards while helping to create a more stable and sustainable energy grid.
Monta and GridBeyond launch PowerBank to make EV charge points even more productive for drivers
Monta and GridBeyond have taken a big step toward stabilising the UK’s power grid. Together, they have successfully registered 2,000 electric vehicle (EV) charge points into the UK’s Static Firm Frequency Response (SFFR) programme. This move helps balance electricity demand and prevents grid shortages.
Monta teamed up with smart energy company GridBeyond to use EV charge points as flexible energy assets. Their solution, PowerBank, detects imbalances in the grid and briefly pauses charging when needed.
Alex Iriondo, Grid Services Product Manager at Monta, commented:
“PowerBank is a game-changer for alleviating pressure on the electrical grid. As EV adoption continues to grow, we must build a resilient, sustainable infrastructure that ensures both accessibility and stability.”
Charge point owners also benefit. By joining the programme, they earn Monta Wallet credits while supporting a more reliable grid. As EV adoption grows, this approach ensures that charging stations help the energy network rather than overload it.
Michael Kent, Head of EV Solutions at GridBeyond, added:
“Monta’s solution manages the charging schedules of individual charge points, seamlessly integrating with our VPP platform for control and market access. GridBeyond provides market access and manages interactions with National Grid. The management of these first 2,000 EV charge points is a significant milestone for the market, showcasing the positive impact of EVs in balancing the grid.”
Urban areas often experience high electricity demand due to clusters of EV chargers. This can strain the grid. By integrating charge points into SFFR, Monta and GridBeyond are reducing this pressure and improving energy distribution. Monta has driven international success with its charging solutions, having recently expanded to the US to upgrade EV charging.
Alex Iriondo continued:
“The Monta-GridBeyond collaboration is a testament to the growing synergy between EV infrastructure and the energy sector, proving that smart charging solutions are a fundamental part of a future-proof energy grid. As more charge points are enrolled in grid-balancing programmes, the benefits extend beyond EV users, creating a more resilient, cost-effective, and sustainable power network for all.
This partnership, which is set to see a further 1,500 registrations in the next few weeks is a step toward ensuring that EV adoption does not compromise energy reliability, but instead enhances it, demonstrating that EV charge points are more than just plug-in stations; they are critical energy assets helping to shape a more efficient, stable, and sustainable grid.”
This collaboration proves that EV infrastructure isn’t just about charging cars. It’s also a key player in building a smarter, more resilient energy grid.
