Research & Development
The Electrum R&D (Research & Development) team creates and develops digital solutions for modern energy systems – from concept and research to implementation in real projects. We combine engineering knowledge, data analytics, and advanced algorithms to enhance the reliability, efficiency, and flexibility of energy systems today and in the future.
What does the R&D (Research & Development) department at Electrum do?
We develop new products and expand the functionalities of existing solutions, focusing on the digitization of power infrastructure – from renewable energy sources and energy storage to SCADA/EMS management systems.
Our digital solutions collect data and manage the OT layer, process data in a comprehensive IT layer with monitoring, forecasting, scheduling, and control functions using AI, ML, DL, and IoT.
On the business layer, we implement revenue models to maximize resource utilization and market participation, including energy, capacity, and balancing services.
Every level of the architecture of our digital platforms is secured with cybersecurity services.
Our work is continuous – we respond to changing regulations and market needs while designing solutions with the future in mind.
R&D activities are conducted in two complementary areas
Project-driven development for specific commercial projects, focused on rapid deployment.
Research and development projects with greater flexibility, enabling the testing of new functions and concepts before commercialization.
We work closely with other departments, identifying customer needs and jointly deciding on the directions and pace of implementation.
The R&D team consists of specialists from various fields – IT, automation, energy, electrical engineering, and project management. The department’s structure is based on thematic competencies, and close collaboration with the automation, integration, and execution teams enables effective implementation of solutions on facilities.
Our products
Our research and development projects
EMACS Heat
Development of tools for modeling and intelligent management of thermal energy systems by expanding the EMACS platform with modules dedicated to green heat.
FlexBIT
Development of a digital platform for intelligent microgrid balancing, integrating renewable energy sources, energy storage, and loads.
DIEGO
Development of digital tools that support planning, management, and optimization of energy infrastructure – from small photovoltaic installations to large industrial parks.
Who and why we develop R&D
Commercial R&D provides services both internally and directly to business clients. We develop digital systems and tools that support Electrum’s offerings in the design, execution, commissioning, and operation of energy projects.
Our priority is maximizing returns from RES and BESS installations through continuous monitoring and regulation of energy production while meeting grid safety requirements.
We look to the future – investing in automation, algorithms, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and predictive maintenance to increase the reliability and efficiency of energy infrastructure.
We have an extensive dataset that can provide significant support for business decision-making.
UX matters too
We design interfaces with intuitiveness and ergonomics in mind, because system usability and ease of operation directly impact operator efficiency and decision-making speed.
We continuously analyze UX/UI development trends and human interaction with digital systems, recognizing that user experience is a key element of effective technological solutions.
Why we invest in in-house R&D
While many companies choose to outsource R&D activities, we consciously develop internal competencies in this area. Having our own R&D team allows us to effectively support the development of numerous products and build unique know-how within the organization.
Our goal is to generate practical technical and business solutions. R&D activities allow us to respond to the needs of our clients and the market, as well as create innovative solutions for an alternative energy system.
Collaborating on international and national R&D projects gives us access to the latest industry trends, expands our network, enhances organizational culture, and strengthens our brand as an innovative Climate Tech company.
When implementing co-financed projects, we ensure the availability of results according to public funding rules. Created solutions, concepts, and system architectures are primarily published in trade press and presented at conferences and scientific articles.
The outcomes of our work are documented to allow for further use, including by partners supporting us in knowledge analysis and dissemination.