Europe’s shift towards a low‑carbon future increasingly depends on making homes active players in the energy system. The InEExS project, funded by the EU’s LIFE Clean Energy Transition programme, is showing how everyday technologies—from EV chargers to gas boilers—can support grid stability while helping households cut costs. By testing smart controls and user‑friendly business models across diverse pilot sites, the project demonstrates how flexible demand can ease pressure on networks and integrate more renewable energy.

As renewable generation grows and electricity demand rises, smarter management of consumption is becoming essential. The InEExS pilots in the Nordics and Greece reveal how connected devices can shift their energy use in response to price signals or grid needs, without compromising comfort. These real‑world demonstrations highlight the potential of digitalisation, automation, and innovative market models to unlock flexibility at scale, turning homes into valuable partners in Europe’s evolving energy landscape.