Building a cost-effective, flexible energy system
Turn distributed energy into reliable, affordable grid capacity
Electron provides the technology that helps distribution utilities and network operators see, coordinate, and prove the value of distributed energy resource flexibility – building a cost-efficient, flexible energy system for all.
Proven results with leading utilities
0
GW / h
of cumulative reserved flexibility volume on ElectronConnect
0
out of 6 UK DSOs work with Electron
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US utilities
have uncovered hidden DERs with ElectronCompass
Why value orchestration matters
A changing grid needs connected data, markets, and proof that DER flexibility delivers
As electrification accelerates, utilities face more variability, congestion, and costs, but still work with fragmented data and disconnected tools that struggle to quantify DER value.
Electron enables the value orchestration that connects those systems, making distributed flexibility visible, verifiable, and actionable.
The technologies behind value orchestration
Electron combines grid-aware analytics and flexibility market coordination tools to help utilities use distributed flexibility more effectively.
ElectronCompass
The data analytics platform that detects DERs, quantifies their impact, and reveals where flexibility creates measurable system value.
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ElectronConnect
The market platform that turns those insights into action – using flexibility markets and programs to drive flexible capacity value and volume, at scale.
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Proven record of success
Helping utilities to maximise the value of every flexibility asset in their network
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Becoming the most digital DSO, with a fully end-to-end, online flexibility journey to help drive engagement and participation.
5 weeks
Time from contract signed to implementation
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Streamlining and expanding the procurement of flexibility services through a user-friendly interface across diverse time-frames.
5GW
Flexibility target to procure by 2028
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Hear from the experts we work with
“Electricity North West is committed to remaining at the forefront of innovation in distribution system operation. This partnership with Electron underscores our dedication to using flexibility to deliver tangible benefits to our customers. We look forward to collaborating with Electron to further drive the digitalisation and development of our network, opening up these opportunities for flexibility to all of our customers, and working together to create a sustainable and equitable energy future for all, together.”
“We’re very excited to continue working with the great team on Flexibility Markets Unlocked. We will build on the Data Sharing Infrastructure blueprint to develop and test the shared digital infrastructure that will support a future flexible digitalised energy system and accelerate net zero energy innovation.”
“Electron have been invaluable in the sense of their knowledge of the markets and the players within that space. They’re really helping us from all aspects of flexibility service provider (FSP) recruitment and FSP engagement to ultimately drive that participation in our flexible tenders.”
“Our flexibility partnership with Electron is our latest step in making participation in distribution network flexibility more accessible for a wider range of customers. We know that customers want flexibility services to be easy to access and to understand. Strategic partnerships like ours with Electron are key to reducing the barriers to flexibility and increasing uptake.”
Insights and news from the world of flexibility
From whitepapers and blogs to podcasts and webinars, delve into our latest resources and thought leadership on the flexible energy landscape.
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