The electrification of transport is a key pillar of Europe’s decarbonisation strategy, aiming to reduce emissions and integrate renewable energy sources. However, as electric vehicle (EV) adoption accelerates, new challenges emerge for electricity markets, grid operators, policymakers, and businesses. Without proper coordination, large-scale EV charging can lead to grid congestion, increased electricity demand during peak hours, and higher system costs. Smart integration strategies—such as bi-directional charging (V2G), demand response, and optimised charging schedules—offer solutions by transforming EVs into flexible energy assets that enhance grid stability, maximise renewable energy use, and create economic value.

Despite these benefits, several barriers hinder smart EV integration. Technical constraints, high infrastructure costs, battery degradation concerns, regulatory complexities, and fragmented business models make large-scale implementation challenging. Moreover, aligning the interests of multiple stakeholders—such as energy providers, mobility operators, and consumers—requires effective coordination and innovative market mechanisms.

This course provides a rigorous framework combining academic knowledge and practical case studies to help participants navigate the opportunities and challenges of smart EV integration in Europe. Through expert-led sessions, real-world examples, and interactive exercises, participants will gain insights into key topics such as electricity markets, charging infrastructure, optimisation strategies, and business models. The course will also feature collaborative exercises where participants assume the roles of industry stakeholders to develop strategic solutions.

Welcome to the course: 3 November 2025

Live class with Yannick Perez (FSR), Diego Cebreros (FSR)

Week 1: Understand the Transition to Smart Integration

03 – 07 November 2025

• Recognise the key actors in the EV ecosystem and their roles.
• Identify the challenges and opportunities of selling electricity products in Europe.
• Explore Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) applications and their impact.
• Define the principles of smart coordination for EV integration.
• Analyse case studies to assess the value of smart coordination in Europe.

Live class week 1 with Yannick Perez, Diego Cebreros, other Speakers TBC: 6 Nov 2025, 12-1pm CET

Week 2: Costs and physical constraints of EV integration

10 -14  November 2025

• Understand the equipment required for bi-directional and smart charging.
• Analyse the market landscape for smart charging infrastructure.
• Evaluate battery degradation costs and their impact on EV warranties.
• Review European guidelines on safety and security for EV-grid integration.

Live class week 2 with Yannick Perez, Diego Cebreros, other Speakers TBC: 13 Nov, 12-1pm CET

Week 3: Communication and Optimization Strategies for EVs

17 – 21 November 2025

• Learn about communication protocols for EV integration.
• Compare indirect and direct control strategies for smart charging.
• Understand the role of aggregation and Virtual Power Plants (VPPs).
• Assess the value of information in optimising EV-grid interaction.

Office hour with Diego Cebreros: 18 Nov, 12-1pm CEST

Live class week 3 with Yannick Perez, Diego Cebreros, other Speakers TBC: 20 Nov, 12-1pm CET

 Week 4: Business Models and EV integration

• Examine real-world case studies of commercial EV integration.
• Evaluate different business models, including city-led and utility-driven initiatives.
• Explore how autonomous and shared vehicles could enhance EV coordination.
• Explore the role of battery swapping in EV integration.
• Discuss the role of contractual issues in EV services.

Live class week 4 with Yannick Perez, Diego Cebreros, other Speakers TBC: 27 Nov, 12-1pm CET

 Week 5: Evaluating the Value of Smart Integration of EVs

1 – 5 December 2025

• Identify key challenges in evaluating smart EV integration.
• Use a simulation-based framework to assess EV-grid benefits.
• Conduct case study exercises to quantify the value of smart integration.

Office hour with Diego Cebreros: 2 Dec, 12-1pm CEST

Live class week 5 with Yannick Perez, Diego Cebreros, other Speakers TBC: 4 Dec, 12-1pm CET

Week 6: Mastery Challenge

• Take on real-world roles (e.g., Charging Point Operator, System Operator).
• Develop strategic plans for EV integration in a simulated environment.
• Collaborate with peers to design decarbonisation solutions for Tenerife island.

Live expert panel: 11 Dec 2025 – 12-1:30 pm CEST

After completing this course, you’ll be able to:

• Explain the transition towards smart integration of electric vehicles (EVs) within the energy system.
• Evaluate the costs and technical constraints associated with EV integration.
• Apply communication and optimisation strategies relevant to EV integration in the EU context.
• Analyse various business models that support effective EV integration.
• Assess the value generated by smart EV integration in terms of system efficiency and stakeholder benefits.

This course is delivered in English and designed for:

• Professionals engaged in the sector
• New stakeholders in the energy sector
• Government agencies
• Regulatory bodies
• Energy companies (unregulated)
• Energy companies (regulated) Academics and researchers
• NGOs

Participants can choose from three levels of engagement:

1. Investigator: Gain a foundational understanding of the subject.
2. Advocate: Engage in discussions and debates with peers and field experts.
3. Master: Collaborate in groups to solve real-life case studies.

The amount of time required to take this course depends on the aimed course level as well as the level of expertise in the subject prior to joining the course. For example: 

• Novice to Investigator: 4-5 hours/week 
• Novice to Advocate: 5-6 hours/week 
• Novice to Master: 6-8 hours/week 

At the end of the course, the participants can earn a Certificate of Attendance, a Certificate of Completion or a Certificate of Excellence, depending of their performance and engagement throughout the course.

Each year, the Florence School of Regulation – Energy and Climate (FSR Energy & Climate) awards scholarships for a wide variety of training courses targeting a broad audience of professionals and academics.

Applications will be assessed by a Selection Committee of FSR members on a yearly basis. The successful candidates will be informed after February 2026 and will be provided with all relevant information on how to enroll in the online course or residential training of their choice.

Send your application by 25 January 2026.

Find more information here

• General fee: 1100 €
• Students (with certificate of current studies**): 440 €
• Four free seats for Star Donors
• Two free seats for Major Donors
• One free seat for Associate Donors

Discounts 

A 10% discount is available for groups of 5 or more participants from the same organisation. Please note that this discount cannot be combined with student discounts or donor free seat offers.

Contact: fsr.secretariat@eui.eu 

Cancellation policy 

Paid registration fee is non-refundable. However, registrant substitution may be made up to 20 days before the start date of the course. 

For more information, please read the full FSR cancellation policy.

**Please kindly send your certificate of current studies with the stamp of your university to FSR secretariat (fsr.secretariat@eui.eu).
The start and end dates of your studies should also be clearly mentioned on the document. Please make sure that your period of studies fully covers the training course duration.

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