Reference Cases

Sector: Iron & Steel
Summary:
Aperam is a leader in stainless steel production via secondary routes, focusing on sustainability and circular processes. In GALILEO, Aperam is investigating how process heat recovery and electrification can create flexible energy assets. Their dual use cases focus on heat-to-power conversion using an ORC system and flexible steam generation with e-boilers to reduce grid stress and support market participation.

Sector: Non-Ferrous Metals
Summary:
Nyrstar operates high-intensity electrolysis and conversion processes. Through GALILEO, they are building a “Virtual Battery” by leveraging the controllability of their zinc production processes. Their aim is to offer large volumes of industrial flexibility into multiple markets while ensuring process integrity and safety.

Sectors: Chemicals, Food, Agro, Metallurgy
Summary:
A multi-sector industrial group, Tessenderlo is contributing five distinct use cases that span energy carriers, voltage levels, and process types. Their goal is to demonstrate how legacy and novel assets (e.g., steam turbines, electrolysers) can be optimized for energy flexibility while maintaining high process efficiency and product quality.

Sector: Food & Beverage
Summary:
As a seasonal sugar production facility, Tiense Suiker presents a unique flexibility profile with high winter demand. Their use cases focus on the electrification of batch processes, bio-methanization, and the strategic use of PPAs to reduce exposure to volatile markets.

Sector: Data Centers
Summary:
LCL operates colocation data centers with stable loads and strong focus on energy-efficient infrastructure. Through GALILEO, they are exploring how cooling systems and battery storage can be leveraged to provide grid flexibility, even in environments with limited IT load control.