The energy sector is undergoing a fundamental transformation. Increasing emphasis on energy independence, flexibility, and efficient resource utilization is driving companies and institutions to adopt photovoltaic systems and battery storage at an accelerated pace. A key factor in this shift is the smart management and integration of these technologies into broader energy systems.
These topics will be the focus of the expert seminar “Energy Storage and Photovoltaics A to Z,” taking place on March 23, 2026, at CTU in Prague under the auspices of the AKU-BAT Association.
What the Seminar Will Offer
The seminar will provide a comprehensive overview of photovoltaics and energy storage—from regulatory frameworks and system design to implementation and real-world operational experience.
Participants can look forward to:
- An up-to-date overview of technological trends in PV and battery systems
- Insights from real-world projects and their operation
- Perspectives on investment economics and return on investment
- Discussions on flexibility and the role of aggregation in the energy market
The event is primarily intended for energy specialists, facility managers, developers, and representatives of industrial companies seeking effective ways to optimize their energy management.
FLOWBOX at the Event: Focus on Storage, Flexibility, and Energy Management
Representing FLOWBOX, Petr Gaman from the FLOWBOX Energy consulting team will speak as part of a session focused on energy storage, flexibility, and energy management.
In his presentation, he will address key challenges companies are currently facing in practice:
Battery Storage Systems
How to properly design and utilize battery storage within corporate energy systems. What benefits they bring in terms of stability, cost savings, and participation in flexibility markets.
Industrial Applications
Specific use cases in manufacturing and logistics operations, where energy management is critical for both efficiency and competitiveness.
Operational Economics
How to evaluate the return on investment in PV and battery systems, and how to optimize operations for long-term economic sustainability.
Flexibility and Aggregation
How to participate in flexibility markets and how aggregation can help companies generate new revenue streams or reduce costs.
Why Energy Management Is Key
Installing photovoltaic systems or battery storage alone is no longer sufficient. The true value emerges only when these technologies are interconnected and managed as a unified system.
Modern energy management enables companies to:
- Optimize energy production, consumption, and storage
- Respond to real-time market prices and conditions
- Participate in flexibility services
- Maximize the use of self-generated energy
This is where solutions like FLOWBOX EMOS come into play, helping companies manage energy in real time and make informed decisions.
FLOWBOX Microgrid: Energy Under Control
One practical approach to applying these principles is the FLOWBOX Microgrid concept.
It integrates:
- Photovoltaic power plants
- Battery storage systems (or other forms of energy storage)
- Additional generation technologies (e.g., CHP units, diesel generators)
- Energy consumption within a building or site
- Advanced control and optimization algorithms
The result is an intelligent energy ecosystem that:
- Reduces dependence on grid supply
- Optimizes energy costs
- Enables participation in flexibility and aggregation
- Increases a company’s energy resilience
As a result, energy becomes an actively managed asset rather than just a cost item.
Get Inspired
The “Energy Storage and Photovoltaics A to Z” seminar is an ideal opportunity to gain up-to-date insights, share experience, and explore practical, real-world solutions.
If you are addressing the future of energy in your company, we would be happy to meet you in person at the event.