Publications

EERA JP Smart Grids works collaboratively with its members to produce high-quality input for progressing policy making and scientific research at EU and national level on the smart grids related fields. 

2026, June - Position Paper on Securing Europe's Electrified Future Through RD&I in Electric Power System Components

The EERA Joint Programme on Smart Grids, together with 26 other organisations, has published the position paper “Securing Europe’s electrified future through RD&I in electric power system components”.

The paper calls for stronger European support for research, development and innovation in electric power system components and grid-enhancing technologies. It highlights their strategic role in enabling the clean energy transition, supporting electrification, strengthening Europe’s industrial competitiveness and reinforcing energy security and strategic autonomy.

As EU discussions on FP10, the European Competitiveness Fund and future energy policies move forward, the paper stresses the need for sustained investment in grid innovation to ensure that Europe’s electricity system can keep pace with growing demand and decarbonisation ambitions.

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2026, May - EERA and JP Smart Grids Position on the EU Grids Package and the revision of the TEN-E Regulation

Building on EERA & JP Smart Grids' feedback to the public consultation on the European Grids Package, this paper expands EERA and JP Smart Grids' position on both the Grids Package and the TEN-E Regulation. Structured around five key messages, it presents reflections on the revision of the Trans-European Networks for Energy (TEN-E) Regulation, as part of the EU Grids Package.

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2025, December - EERA Position paper: Resilience and preparedness in Europe's energy transition: the role of low-carbon energy R&I


JP Smart Grids contributed to the EERA position paper on "Resilience and preparedness in Europe's energy transition: the role of low-carbon energy R&I". This paper explores the impact of the concepts of resilience and preparedness on energy systems and the role of low-carbon energy research and innovation in strengthening these two dimensions within this framework. The analysis will distil a set of priorities indicating where low-carbon energy R&I should best be directed to address the challenges identified. On this basis, operational policy recommendations will be derived to position EERA within the evolving European policy agenda on this topic. The ultimate goal is to support Europe in advancing competitiveness, climate neutrality and strategic autonomy in a coherent and effective manner.

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2025, May - JP Smart Grids White Paper “The Crucial Role of Smart Grids for the Success of the Clean Energy Transition”

The EERA Joint Programme on Smart Grids has published a new white paper titled “The Crucial Role of Smart Grids for the Success of the Clean Energy Transition”, making a clear case for why smart grids must be placed at the heart of Europe’s energy strategy.

As Europe accelerates the shift towards a decarbonised, decentralised, and electrified energy system, the paper highlights how smart grids are essential enablers of this transformation. From managing growing shares of renewables to enabling demand-side flexibility and system integration, smart grids support both the technical and socio-economic pillars of the energy transition.

The white paper identifies key challenges—including fragmented regulation, limited long-term R&I investment, and the need for coordinated action across sectors—and provides targeted policy and research recommendations. It also underlines the importance of digitalisation, consumer empowerment, and resilience in the face of climate and security risks.

By reinforcing the role of smart grids in the broader clean energy policy framework, the EERA JP Smart Grids calls for stronger alignment between innovation, infrastructure planning, and system-level integration.

This publication serves as a strategic reference for policymakers, grid operators, researchers, and industry stakeholders working toward a more flexible, efficient, and inclusive European energy system.

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