Regulatory Sandbox to integrating a digitalized construction industry into the grid

Important results from the project

The feasibility study underpins a regulatory sandbox and system demo at Årstafältet, where the construction industry, City of Stockholm, Ellevio, Atlas Copco, and KTH-ITRL test electrified machines in larger numbers, smart charging, digital planning, and rail-based logistics. A “smart site” halves costs and power peaks, a combi terminal reduces trucks and peaks, and the site can provide network services.

Expected long term effects

Scenario studies show great potential: an optimized “smart site” can roughly halve costs and power peaks, and the use of a combi terminal can significantly reduce total costs and peak power as well as reduce the number of trucks, while the site can deliver network services (e.g. frequency reserves).

Approach and implementation

Extensive dialogues on electrifying the construction industry and mobilizing actors have been challenging. The right activities were done but took longer than planned. For a feasibility study to lead to a larger proposal, more than six months is needed. Construction actors have struggled to decide on a full-scale project, and contractors are yet to be determined due to later procurements.

External links

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