What started as a niche phenomenon for households with dynamic energy contracts is now reaching commercial energy users as well. Professional energy users - from SMEs to logistics and industrial sites - are increasingly impacted. Especially in Belgium. Grid congestion and the capacity tariff introduced by Fluvius make energy consumption not only more complex, but also more unpredictable.
The market is changing. Staying passive is no longer an option. Even if your company currently benefits from fixed feed-in tariffs, those benefits may disappear soon. And solar energy can soon become a cost rather than a saving. Oversupply of renewable energy pushes market prices below zero more often. To showcase this, a clear example: on Sunday 11 May at 11:00 a.m., the price dropped to -0.4623 €/kWh, according to caniswitchonlight.com.
“These evolving energy markets present significant opportunities. The volatility in energy prices creates room for optimization, much like trading in financial markets. The key requirement, in my view, is having a transparent and reliable partner. That’s where iwell truly adds value: by supporting our clients with proven experience and a no-surprises approach.” - Céline De Keersmaeker, Country Director Belgium
Energy markets will only get more dynamic. As grid operators introduce stricter peak tariffs and require more flexibility, companies that act today will be ahead of tomorrow’s curve. Battery systems and intelligent EMS software are no longer optional - they are key to resilience, sustainability and long-term profitability.
Therefore, forward-thinking companies are taking action. With smart battery storage and an intelligent energy management system (EMS), companies can store excess energy, increase self-consumption, and even profit from energy price fluctuations. This turns a looming risk into a tangible profit opportunity. A smart energy management system can automatically:
For Belgian businesses, this means more control, more predictability, more reliability. And in the end: more profit as well.
More and more Belgian companies are now stepping into energy trading. Energy trading is gaining traction fast, especially in Belgium, as local markets are becoming more dynamic and flexible energy players get rewarded. By selling stored energy when market prices spike (or even buying cheap energy to store during negative-price hours), these businesses can actively profit from volatility. Combined with the right EMS, trading becomes a smart revenue stream instead of a technical headache.
“The grid connection, which is often used for low-return PPAs or simple feed-in, becomes significantly more valuable when combined with a BESS and trading strategy. More and more clients are recognizing this and adjusting their approach. By maximizing the use of solar energy for local operations while optimizing the grid connection for market trading, both goals can be achieved simultaneously.” - Céline De Keersmaeker, Country Director Belgium
Are you curious to find out how your organization can make better use of solar power, avoid negative feed-in tariffs or get started with energy trading? At iwell, we help businesses with intelligent EMS systems and scalable battery solutions, from analysis to implementation. Don’t wait until your solar installation becomes a cost. Reach out to us for more information and discover how to turn your energy strategy into a competitive advantage.