The Syngrid project contributed to the 20th European Energy Market Conference (EEM25), held from May 27–29, 2025, in Lisbon, Portugal. As part of its ongoing commitment to innovative energy solutions and academic excellence, SynGRID researchers presented four papers at this leading international conference.

The first paper, “PV and EV Capabilities for Improving Technical Conditions in Active Distribution Networks”, was presented by Marina Dubravac from the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Computer Science and Information Technology Osijek. Co-authored with Danijel Topić, Krešimir Fekete, and Edin Lakić, this paper focused on the integration of photovoltaic (PV) systems and electric vehicles (EVs) to enhance the performance and reliability of active distribution networks. The research demonstrated how these technologies can support voltage stability, reduce network losses, and increase operational flexibility, offering valuable insights for future smart grid implementations.

The second paper, “Unveiling Market Manipulation in EU Energy Markets – Insights from ACER Enforcement Cases”, was presented by Edin Lakić from the Institute for Innovation and Development of University of Ljubljana (IRI UL). Co-authored by Jan Jeriha, Tomi Medved, Dušan Vučić, Danijel Topić, and Goran Knežević, this paper analyzed real-world enforcement cases from the European Union Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators (ACER). The study highlighted key trends in market manipulation tactics, such as wash trades, capacity withholding, and cross-border manipulations, and discussed evolving regulatory approaches. With the upcoming REMIT II framework, the research emphasized the importance of stricter reporting and enhanced monitoring to ensure transparency and integrity in the EU wholesale energy markets.

The third paper, “Local Flexibility Markets for Energy Communities: Flexibility Modelling and Pricing Approaches”, was co-authored by Sanja Kelemen, Nemanja Mišljenović, Goran Knežević (FERIT Osijek), and Tomi Medved (IRI UL). This paper focused on modeling and pricing approaches for local flexibility markets within energy communities, offering insights into how flexibility can be harnessed to support more resilient and adaptive energy systems.

The fourth paper, “Investigating the Value of End-Users Controllability on Improving Network Operational Regimes”, was co-authored by Lovro Lukač, Tomi Medved, Tomislav Antić, and Tomislav Capuder from the University of Zagreb Faculty of Electrical Engineering and Computing and the University of Ljubljana Faculty of Electrical Engineering. This paper examined the role of end-user controllability in improving network operations, highlighting innovative strategies to optimize grid performance and responsiveness.

All four papers will be published soon, providing valuable perspectives for researchers, policymakers, and industry stakeholders.

EEM25 is recognized as one of Europe’s premier conferences in the field of energy markets and systems, bringing together leading academics, industry experts, and policymakers to exchange ideas and foster collaboration. The SynGRID project’s active participation in EEM25 underscores its dedication to developing innovative technical solutions and supporting regulatory advancements for a more sustainable, secure, and transparent European energy future.