{"id":6386,"date":"2025-08-03T20:43:21","date_gmt":"2025-08-03T20:43:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qilowatt.lv\/flexibility-market\/"},"modified":"2025-10-21T12:30:33","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T12:30:33","slug":"flexibility-market","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/qilowatt.lv\/en\/flexibility-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Flexibility Market"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Flexibility Market<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Smart energy management service that balances the electricity grid<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
The operation of electricity grids is more complex today than ever before. Changing consumption habits, the integration of renewable energy, and growing demands on energy supply have created a need for smarter solutions. One such solution is the flexibility market<\/strong>, which helps balance the grid, benefits both consumers and system operators, and strengthens energy security.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Revenue is generated as your system:<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
reduces consumption at times when the grid is short of power;
shifts consumption to periods when energy is cheap and in surplus.

Typically, the resulting revenue is at least 3\u00d7 higher than the current spot price.<\/strong>
Automatic control ensures:
\u2022 maximum response speed and accuracy;
\u2022 reliable coordination among all participants;
\u2022 transparent reporting and fair revenue allocation.

By participating in the flexibility market:<\/strong>
\u2022 you earn passive income<\/strong> without daily system management;
\u2022 you shift load<\/strong> to cleaner and cheaper hours, reducing the need for fossil backup;
\u2022 you help keep the grid stable and strengthen energy security.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t

Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n\t
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Overview & Key Concepts<\/h3><\/div>\n
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    \n\t\tWhat do mFRR UP and mFRR DOWN mean?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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    • mFRR UP<\/strong>(Manual Frequency Restoration Reserve Up<\/em>) – the network needs to be recharged<\/strong> \u2192 your battery will drain the network<\/strong> (or the load will decrease<\/strong>).<\/li>\n
    • mFRR DOWN<\/strong>(Manual Frequency Restoration Reserve Down<\/em>) – power needs to be removed from<\/strong> the mains \u2192 your battery will recharge from the mains<\/strong> (or load will increase<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Either way, you will earn compensation according to market conditions.<\/strong> Activations take place in short windows, usually 15 minutes long<\/strong>, and the Qilowatt Optimizer automatically resets to your normal mode after the window.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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      \n\t\tWhat is the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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      The flexibility market (or frequency market) <\/strong>is one of the most important balancing mechanisms in the Estonian electricity grid, through which the system operator Elering<\/strong> keeps the frequency of the grid stable at 50 Hz.<\/strong> By participating in the market, the consumption or generation of equipment is balanced in real time to assist the grid. In return, a financial reward is paid to the participants. <\/p>\n

      The flexibility market is open to both private customers<\/strong> and businesses<\/strong>. If your system is connected via Qilowatt, your battery (or other managed load) can automatically receive mFRR signals:<\/strong>  <\/p>\n

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      • mFRR UP<\/strong> – power<\/strong> needs to be added to<\/strong> the grid \u2192 battery discharges to the grid<\/strong> \/ load decreases<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
      • mFRR DOWN<\/strong> – power<\/strong> needs to be removed from<\/strong> the grid \u2192 battery recharges<\/strong> \/ load increases<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

        These signals are generated according to the state of the network<\/strong> and usually last up to 15 minutes.<\/strong> After activation, the device will automatically return to your normal mode, allowing you to fully<\/strong> use your battery and other devices according to your preferences<\/strong> – for example: <\/p>\n

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        • charge\/switch according to Nord Pool’s hourly rates,<\/strong><\/li>\n
        • give preference to domestic consumption<\/strong>,<\/li>\n
        • keep the capacity needed for back-up food<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

          Qilowatti Optimizer<\/strong> automatically manages within the limits of your preferences to maintain convenience<\/strong> and maximize<\/strong> revenue generation. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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          \n\t\tWhat do mFRR UP and mFRR DOWN mean?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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          • mFRR UP<\/strong> (Manual Frequency Restoration Reserve Up<\/em>) \u2013 the grid needs to add energy<\/strong> \u2192 your battery discharges to the grid<\/strong> (or load decreases<\/strong>).<\/li>\n
          • mFRR DOWN<\/strong> (Manual Frequency Restoration Reserve Down<\/em>) \u2013 the grid needs to remove energy<\/strong> \u2192 your battery charges from the grid<\/strong> (or load increases<\/strong>).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

            In both cases you receive compensation according to market conditions<\/strong>. Activations occur in short windows, typically 15 minutes<\/strong>, and the Qilowatt Optimizer<\/strong> automatically restores your normal mode after each window. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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            \n\t\tWhat is the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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            The flexibility market<\/strong> (also called the frequency market) is one of the key balancing mechanisms of Estonia\u2019s electricity system, through which the system operator Elering<\/strong> keeps grid frequency stable at 50 Hz<\/strong>. By participating in the market, the consumption or production of devices is adjusted in real time<\/strong> to support the grid. Participants receive financial compensation<\/strong> in return.<\/p>\n

            Both households<\/strong> and businesses<\/strong> can join the flexibility market. When your system is connected via Qilowatt, your battery (or another controllable load) can automatically receive mFRR signals<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

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            • mFRR UP<\/strong> \u2013 the grid needs to add energy<\/strong> \u2192 the battery discharges to the grid<\/strong> \/ load decreases<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
            • mFRR DOWN<\/strong> \u2013 the grid needs to remove energy<\/strong> \u2192 the battery charges from the grid<\/strong> \/ load increases<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

              These signals arise according to the grid situation and usually last up to 15 minutes<\/strong>. After an activation, the device automatically returns to your normal mode, and you can use your battery and other devices fully according to your own preferences \u2014 for example:<\/p>\n

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              • charge\/switch based on Nord Pool hourly prices<\/strong>,<\/li>\n
              • prioritize self-consumption<\/strong>,<\/li>\n
              • keep a reserve for backup power<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                The Qilowatt Optimizer<\/strong> handles control automatically<\/strong> within the limits you set, so that your comfort is maintained and earning revenue is as smooth as possible. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>

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                Joining & Eligibility<\/h3><\/div>\n
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                  \n\t\tHow to join the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                  Through Qilowatt, connection is made as easy and automated as possible.<\/p>\n

                  Necessary assumptions:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                  • Hybrid inverter<\/strong><\/li>\n
                  • Aku<\/strong><\/li>\n
                  • Qilowatt controller<\/strong> (e.g. Modbus R2<\/strong>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                    Steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                    1. Installation\/Connection.<\/strong> We’ll install the Qilowatt device and connect it to your hybrid inverter and battery.<\/li>\n
                    2. Log in to the platform<\/strong> app.qilowatt.it.<\/strong><\/li>\n
                    3. Signing the contract.<\/strong> In the inverter view, you can download and sign the<\/strong> Flexibility Market Service Contract.<\/li>\n
                    4. Activation.<\/strong> After signing up, the service is activated<\/strong> and Qilowatti Optimizer automatically manages your devices according to your preferences.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                      \n\t\tHow big should the inverter and battery be?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                      All systems<\/strong> can participate, regardless of capacity and battery capacity – even ~5 kW inverter<\/strong> and ~5 kWh battery<\/strong> is enough to get started.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

                      The income depends in particular on:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                      • Battery capacity<\/strong> – the larger the capacity, the more energy can be used to fill the signals.<\/li>\n
                      • Inverter capacity<\/strong> – higher instantaneous capacity generally means more revenue<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                      • The size of the head protection<\/strong> – too small a head protection can limit the actual output.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                        Conclusion:<\/strong> small systems are possible and cost-effective<\/strong> to participate in, but larger systems<\/strong> tend to generate more absolute returns. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                        \n\t\tWhat equipment is suitable for participating in the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                        The most cost-effective and our standard way to connect:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                        • Hybrid inverter + battery + Qilowatt controller<\/strong> (e.g. Modbus R2) – so you can execute both mFRR UP<\/strong> and mFRR DOWN<\/strong> commands and earn maximum net revenue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                          But it can also:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                          • Manageable loads<\/strong> without battery: domestic hot water boiler, heat pump\/HVAC, underfloor heating, certain EV chargers (generally lower yield than with battery).<\/em><\/li>\n
                          • Commercial loads<\/strong> (e.g. refrigeration compressors, air handling units) with separate integration. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                            \n\t\tDoes the flexibility market work everywhere in Estonia?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                            YES! Location does not matter. <\/p>\n

                            The spectrum market is nationwide:
                            – The network is one (Elering)
                            – Signals go to everyone.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                            \n\t\tDoes it make sense to join the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                            Yes<\/strong> – if you have a hybrid inverter and a battery, participating in the flexibility market is a very efficient way to earn extra income<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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                            • A higher return than just selling at the stock market price.<\/strong> Activation fees can be several times higher<\/strong> than simply selling electricity to the grid at an hourly rate.<\/li>\n
                            • Faster battery payback time.<\/strong> The additional return helps to recoup the battery investment faster.<\/strong><\/li>\n
                            • Automatic operation.<\/strong> Qilowatt Optimizer<\/strong> manages your devices according to your preferences – you don’t have to manually intervene.<\/li>\n
                            • A bet on a stable network.<\/strong> You help Elering to keep the 50 Hz<\/strong> frequency and the Estonian electricity grid in balance. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                              \n\t\tHow do I join the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                              Joining via Qilowatt is designed to be as simple and automated as possible.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

                              Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                              • Hybrid inverter<\/strong><\/li>\n
                              • Battery<\/strong><\/li>\n
                              • Qilowatt controller<\/strong> (e.g., Modbus R2<\/strong>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                Steps:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                1. Install\/connect.<\/strong> We install the Qilowatt device and connect it to your hybrid inverter and battery.<\/li>\n
                                2. Log in<\/strong> to app.qilowatt.it<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                                3. Sign the agreement.<\/strong> In the inverter view you can download and sign the flexibility service agreement.<\/li>\n
                                4. Activation.<\/strong> After signing, the service is activated<\/strong> and the Qilowatt Optimizer<\/strong> controls your devices automatically according to your preferences. <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                                  \n\t\tDoes the flexibility market work everywhere in Estonia?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                  YES! Location doesn\u2019t matter.<\/p>\n

                                  The flexibility market operates nationwide:
                                  – There is one national grid (Elering)
                                  -Control signals are sent to all participants<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                  \n\t\tHow big do the inverter and battery need to be?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                  All systems can participate regardless of power and capacity \u2014 a ~5 kW inverter<\/strong> with a ~5 kWh battery<\/strong> is sufficient to get started.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

                                  Earnings depend mainly on:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                  • Battery capacity (kWh)<\/strong> \u2014 a larger capacity lets you fulfill more activations.<\/li>\n
                                  • Inverter power (kW)<\/strong> \u2014 higher instantaneous power generally means higher revenue<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                                  • Main fuse size<\/strong> \u2014 too small a fuse can limit the actual output.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                    Summary:<\/strong> participation with smaller systems is possible and profitable<\/strong>, but larger systems<\/strong> usually earn more in absolute terms. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                    \n\t\tIs it worth joining the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                    Yes<\/strong> \u2014 if you have a hybrid inverter and a battery, participating in the flexibility market is a very effective way to earn additional income.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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                                    • Higher earnings than simply selling at spot price.<\/strong> The compensation paid for activations can be many times higher<\/strong> than just selling electricity to the grid based on the hourly price.<\/li>\n
                                    • Faster payback for the battery.<\/strong> The additional revenue helps the battery investment pay back more quickly<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                                    • Automatic operation.<\/strong> The Qilowatt Optimizer<\/strong> controls your devices according to your preferences \u2014 you don\u2019t need to intervene manually.<\/li>\n
                                    • A contribution to a stable grid.<\/strong> You help Elering<\/strong> keep the frequency at 50 Hz<\/strong> and the Estonian power system in balance. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                                      \n\t\tWhich devices are suitable for participating in the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                      Most profitable and our standard way to join:<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                      Hybrid inverter + battery + Qilowatt controller<\/strong> (e.g., Modbus R2) \u2014 this allows you to handle both mFRR UP<\/strong> and mFRR DOWN<\/strong> commands and earn maximum net revenue.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

                                      You can also use:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                      • Controllable loads without a battery:<\/strong> domestic hot-water boiler, heat pump\/HVAC, underfloor heating, certain EV chargers (revenue is generally lower than with a battery)<\/em>.<\/li>\n
                                      • Business loads<\/strong> (e.g., refrigeration compressors, ventilation units) via a separate integration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>
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                                        Earnings & Payouts<\/h3><\/div>\n
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                                          \n\t\tWhen is the income paid out?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                          Payments are made at the end of the month following the accounting period<\/strong>. The net result<\/strong> is taken into account. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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                                          • For individuals:<\/strong> your income is credited to your personal bank account<\/strong> at the end of the month<\/strong>.<\/li>\n
                                          • For the company:<\/strong> we send you a statement of income<\/strong>, on the basis of which the company can invoice<\/strong> you for the service. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                                            \n\t\tWhen are payouts made?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                            Payouts are made at the end of the month following the accounting period<\/strong>. The net result<\/strong> is used for settlement.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

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                                            • Individuals:<\/strong> the payout is transferred to your personal bank account<\/strong> at month-end.<\/li>\n
                                            • Companies:<\/strong> we send a revenue report<\/strong>, based on which the company can issue an invoice<\/strong> for the service.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>
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                                              Operations & Costs.<\/h3><\/div>\n
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                                                \n\t\tHow much does it cost to participate in the flexicurity market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                If you already have a Qilowatt controller<\/strong> (e.g. Modbus R2) and management<\/strong>, there are no extra fees to participate.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n

                                                Possible costs:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                                • mFRR DOWN energy consumption.<\/strong> When the system receives an order to load from the grid<\/strong>, this energy is purchased from<\/strong> your energy supplier<\/strong> (price + grid charges<\/strong> + taxes<\/strong>). Later, Qilowatt\/Fusebox will compensate this cost in part or in full<\/strong>, depending on the price of the specific activation. The net effect is calculated on a monthly basis. <\/li>\n
                                                • Device\/installation (if applicable).<\/strong> If there is no controller or connection, the cost of the device and installation<\/strong> will be added according to the price list (see Pricing<\/em> page). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                                                  \n\t\tHow can I see that signals are moving?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                  • The Qilowatt app has real-time graphs<\/strong> (power, SOC, etc.) where activations<\/strong> are marked as separate events.<\/li>\n
                                                  • The activations are marked as mFRR UP<\/strong> (discharge\/load reduction) and mFRR DOWN<\/strong> (charge\/load increase).<\/li>\n
                                                  • You can’t forecast them<\/strong>, but you can see the whole history<\/strong>: by day\/month you can see the times, volumes and summary reports of activations. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                                                    \n\t\tCan I continue to use my battery?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                    Yes.<\/strong> Flexibility market activations are short<\/strong> (usually ~15min<\/strong>). The rest of the time,<\/strong> you can manage your battery exactly as you want – for example, optimizing it for Nord Pool prices<\/strong>, home consumption<\/strong> or reserve power<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                                                    After each activation, the Optimizer automatically resets to your preferred mode.<\/strong> <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                                    \n\t\tCan I keep using my battery as usual?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                    Yes.<\/strong> Flexibility-market activations are short (typically ~15 minutes<\/strong>). The rest of the time you can use your battery exactly as you like \u2014 for example optimizing by Nord Pool prices<\/strong>, self-consumption<\/strong>, or keeping a backup reserve<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

                                                    After each activation, the Optimizer<\/strong> automatically restores your preferred mode. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                                    \n\t\tWhere can I see the signals?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                    • In the Qilowatt app you\u2019ll find real-time graphs<\/strong> (power, SOC, etc.) where activations<\/strong> are marked as separate events<\/li>\n
                                                    • Activations are labeled mFRR UP<\/strong> (discharging \/ load decrease) and mFRR DOWN<\/strong> (charging \/ load increase).<\/li>\n
                                                    • They can\u2019t be predicted<\/strong>, but the full history<\/strong> is visible: by day\/month you can see activation times, volumes, and consolidated reports. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                                                      \n\t\tHow much does it cost to participate in the flexibility market?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                      If your Qilowatt controller<\/strong> (e.g., Modbus R2<\/strong>) and control are already in place, there are no additional fees<\/strong> for participation.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n

                                                      Possible costs:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                                      • mFRR DOWN energy cost.<\/strong> When the system receives a command to charge from the grid<\/strong>, that energy is purchased from your electricity supplier<\/strong> (price + grid fees<\/strong> + taxes<\/strong>). Later, Qilowatt\/Fusebox<\/strong> compensates this cost partly or fully<\/strong>, depending on the specific activation price. The net impact<\/strong> is calculated in the monthly summary.<\/li>\n
                                                      • Device\/installation (if needed).<\/strong> If the controller or connection is missing, the device and installation<\/strong> cost applies according to the price list (see the Pricing<\/strong> page). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li><\/ul>
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                                                        KratTrade<\/h3><\/div>\n
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                                                          \n\t\tHow does the response to commands work in the different modes of the inverter?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                          1\ufe0f\u20e3 Normal mode<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                                          • PV generates and charges the battery, there is no energy flow to the grid.<\/li>\n
                                                          • When a signal mFRR UP 12 kW<\/em> is received, 12 kW is supplied to the grid (also from battery if needed).<\/li>\n
                                                          • If there is a mFRR DOWN 12 kW<\/em>, 12 kW will be purchased through the grid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                            2\ufe0f\u20e3 PV Sell \/ Sell mode (or battery 100%)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                                            • If the inverter sells 10 kW to the grid and the mFRR<\/em> comes DOWN to 6 kW<\/em>, the grid sales are reduced from 10 \u2192 4 kW and the revenue is earned on 6 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                            • If an mFRR DOWN 15 kW<\/em> is required, 5 kW will be purchased from the grid – the response power is 15 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                            • If the mFRR UP<\/em> is 5 kW<\/em>, the inverter sells 15 kW to the grid and revenue is earned on 5 kW.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                              3\ufe0f\u20e3 Buy-mode (or low battery)<\/strong><\/p>\n

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                                                              • If you consume 10 kW and the mFRR<\/em> comes DOWN to 5 kW<\/em>, you increase your consumption to 15 kW and earn revenue on 5 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                              • If the mFRR UP<\/em> is 8 kW<\/em>, you reduce your consumption by 8 kW and earn revenue on 8 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                              • If the mFRR UP<\/em> is 15 kW<\/em>, the system will sell 5 kW to the grid and revenue will be earned on 15 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                              • If the battery is low and the system is in Normal mode, no signal is sent (no response possible). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                NB! Everything is done automatically, no need to do the maths yourself!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                                                \n\t\tAre all signals coming in at full power?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                                No. The response power is demand-based<\/strong> – it depends on how much energy was currently flowing in the direction of the network when the signal arrived. For example, a 15 kW system may not always respond at full power.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                                                \n\t\tHow does KratTrade differ from our previous partner?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

                                                                \n\t

                                                                KratTrade measures and charges for grid-side energy flows – that is, the energy that goes into the grid or the network, not just the energy in the battery.<\/p>\n

                                                                The result:
                                                                – more signals and earning opportunities,
                                                                – clearer overview of revenues,
                                                                – all customers receive all signals from the frequency market (except when the battery is already full or empty).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                                                \n\t\tWhat is a “baseline” and how does it affect returns?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

                                                                \n\t

                                                                Baseline is a snapshot that determines how much energy your system is currently moving towards the grid (e.g. whether you are selling to the grid or consuming from the grid). When KratTrade sends a signal, revenue is earned on the change<\/strong> that occurs with respect to the baseline.
                                                                Example: if the baseline is 0 kW and a command comes in to sell 12 kW to the grid \u2192 you earn revenue on 12 kW.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                                                \n\t\tWhat is KratTrade?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                                KratTrade is Qilowatt’s new partner in the frequency market. It is a platform through which customers can join a unified portfolio that responds more actively to market signals and offers greater earning potential and transparency.  <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                                                \n\t\tWhat is KratTrade?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

                                                                \n\t

                                                                KratTrade is Qilowatt\u2019s new partner platform for participating in the flexibility (frequency) market.
                                                                It enables users to join a unified portfolio that reacts more dynamically to market signals, offering greater earning potential, better transparency, and improved response efficiency.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

                                                              • \n\t\t

                                                                \n\t\tHow is KratTrade different from our previous partner?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

                                                                \n\t

                                                                KratTrade measures and rewards grid-side energy movement<\/strong> \u2014 meaning the energy flowing to and from the grid<\/em>, not just what happens inside the battery.<\/p>\n

                                                                This means:<\/p>\n

                                                                  \n
                                                                • more active market signals and earning opportunities,<\/li>\n
                                                                • clearer overview of revenue,<\/li>\n
                                                                • all users receive the same market signals (unless the battery is full or empty). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                                                                  \n\t\tWhat is the \u201cbaseline,\u201d and how does it affect earnings?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

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                                                                  The baseline represents your system\u2019s current state \u2014 how much energy you are currently exporting or importing from the grid. When KratTrade sends a signal, you earn money based on the change relative to that baseline<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

                                                                  Example: if your baseline is 0 kW and KratTrade sends a command to sell 12 kW \u2192 you earn revenue from 12 kW of delivered power. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>

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                                                                  \n\t\tWhat happens when the inverter operates in different modes?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

                                                                  \n\t

                                                                  1\ufe0f\u20e3 Normal mode<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                    \n
                                                                  • PV generation covers local consumption; excess is stored in the battery.<\/li>\n
                                                                  • When a mFRR UP 12 kW<\/em> signal arrives, 12 kW is exported to the grid (from PV or battery).<\/li>\n
                                                                  • When a mFRR DOWN 12 kW<\/em> signal arrives, 12 kW is imported from the grid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                    2\ufe0f\u20e3 PV Sell \/ Sell mode (or battery at 100%)<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                      \n
                                                                    • If the inverter exports 10 kW and receives a mFRR DOWN 6 kW<\/em> signal \u2192 grid export decreases from 10 to 4 kW, and earnings are calculated from 6 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                                    • If a mFRR DOWN 15 kW<\/em> signal arrives \u2192 5 kW is imported, total reaction = 15 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                                    • If a mFRR UP 5 kW<\/em> signal arrives \u2192 export increases to 15 kW, earnings are based on 5 kW.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

                                                                      3\ufe0f\u20e3 Buy mode (or empty battery)<\/strong><\/p>\n

                                                                        \n
                                                                      • If consuming 10 kW and a mFRR DOWN 5 kW<\/em> signal arrives \u2192 consumption increases to 15 kW, earning from 5 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                                      • If a mFRR UP 8 kW<\/em> signal arrives \u2192 consumption decreases by 8 kW, earning from 8 kW.<\/li>\n
                                                                      • If a mFRR UP 15 kW<\/em> signal arrives \u2192 system starts exporting 5 kW, earning from 15 kW total.<\/li>\n
                                                                      • If the battery is empty and the system is in Normal mode \u2192 no signal is sent (not possible to react). <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/li>
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                                                                        \n\t\tDo all signals come at full power?\t<\/p>\n\t<\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/path><\/circle><\/g><\/svg><\/div>\n

                                                                        \n\t

                                                                        No. Reaction power depends on the actual grid-side energy flow at the moment of the signal.
                                                                        For example, a 15 kW system may not always react at its full 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