Distributed Energy Resources Laboratories

Name

Distributed Energy Resources Laboratories

Legal name

European Distributed Energy Resources Laboratories (DERlab) e.V.

Website

https://der-lab.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2008

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Energy Research & Testing Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (54138), Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution (22112), Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals (334515)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734), Instruments For Meas & Testing Of Electricity & Elec Signals (3825)

akta.pro primary industry

DER Compliance, Certification & Testing (Commissioning, Ride-Through) (EUADALAN)

akta.pro secondary industries

Distribution Network Modeling & DER Impact Studies (Power Flow, Fault, Protection) (EUADALAF), DER Grid Services & Market Enablement (Ancillary Services, Flexibility) (EUADALAK), DER Monitoring, Telemetry & Communications (IEEE 2030.5, DNP3, SunSpec) (EUADALAD)

Keywords

• Distributed energy resources testing
• Smart grid research
• Pre-standardisation testing
• Power systems validation
• Energy laboratories network

Headquarters

HQ city

Kassel

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Fees: DERlab operates as an association of laboratories and research institutes, with membership fees likely forming a core revenue stream for sustaining the organization's operations and collaborative activities
2. Testing and Consulting Services: Direct testing and consulting services for distributed generation equipment, providing revenue through service fees for pre-standardisation testing, interconnection validation, and technical consulting

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

DERlab delivers pre-standardisation testing and consulting services for distributed energy resources (DER) equipment and systems, including interconnection requirements, grid-connected storage, photovoltaic modules, power-hardware-in-the-loop, and electromagnetic compatibility. It operates two reference databases (Research Infrastructure Database; Standards and Grid Codes Database) and coordinates pan-European research projects such as ERIGrid and ERIGrid 2.0, providing transnational access to member laboratories for smart-grid validation.

Product overview

DERlab is an association of more than 30 leading laboratories and research institutes in the field of distributed energy resources. The organization offers a portfolio of services including two core databases (Research Infrastructure Database and Standards and Grid Codes Database) for accessing smart grid testing facilities and technical standards. Its Testing and Consulting Services provide pre-standardization testing for DER interconnection, grid-connected storage, PV modules, power-hardware-in-the-loop, and electromagnetic compatibility. DERlab coordinates major research projects including ERIGrid and ERIGrid 2.0, which provide transnational access to testing infrastructure across Europe, and hosts the IREDonline conference series for knowledge exchange in the energy sector.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Research Infrastructure Database Online database cataloguing research infrastructure and testing facilities across DERlab's network of member laboratories, enabling access to Europe's smart-grid testing capabilities. Intended for researchers, equipment manufacturers, and grid operators seeking DER testing facilities.
• Standards and Grid Codes Database Database providing access to standards and grid codes relevant to distributed energy resources and smart-grid technologies. Used by DER manufacturers, utilities, and researchers to align product development and testing with European and international regulatory requirements.
• Testing and Consulting Services Testing and consulting services for distributed generation equipment covering pre-standardisation work, interconnection requirements testing, grid-connected storage testing, PV module testing, power-hardware-in-the-loop testing, electromagnetic compatibility testing, ancillary services, and network protection testing. Delivered through member laboratories to DER manufacturers, utilities, and research institutions.
• ERIGrid 2.0 Lab Access Programme Transnational access programme providing free physical or remote access to European smart-grid testing facilities across DERlab's member laboratory network. Used by researchers and industry stakeholders to validate smart-grid and DER technologies across multiple European sites.

Quantifiable outcome

• ERIGrid 2.0 provides free access to Europe's top smart grid testing facilities
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, moderate and minor.

• ERIGridcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Research Infrastructure supporting Smart Grid Systems Technology Development, Validation and Roll Out. ERIGrid provides transnational access to testing facilities and coordinates research across DERlab member laboratories. ERIGrid 2.0 continues this collaboration with free lab access programmes.
• PANTERAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPAN European Technology Energy Research Approach - a platform coordinating European technology energy research activities, with DERlab members participating in workshops and collaborative initiatives.
• PARMENIDESmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch cluster focused on power system research, with DERlab members collaborating through joint webinars and knowledge exchange activities.
• Nobel GridmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerEU-funded project developing advanced tools and ICT services for distribution system operators. DERlab members contributed to development of smart meter extensions and grid integration tools.
• ELECTRA IRPmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerEuropean Liaison on Electricity Committed Towards long-term Research Activity Integrated Research Programme - focused on power system research and grid control for inverter-dominated systems.
• INTERPLANmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational Cluster on Grid Control for Inverter Dominated Power Systems, coordinating research on grid control methodologies and validation approaches.
• EIRIE PlatformmoderateTechnology or IntegrationEuropean Interconnection for Research Innovation & Entrepreneurship - platform for research infrastructure interconnection and collaboration.
• SUPEERAmoderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint workshops and collaboration on energy research topics with DERlab participation.
• Energy Technology LiveminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partnership for the UK's clean energy transition event, with DERlab serving as a media partner for the exhibition and conference.
• World Utilities CongressminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partnership for the 2026 World Utilities Congress event focused on utilities sector developments.
• The Battery Show EuropeminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPartnership with the leading battery and electric vehicle technology event in Europe, promoting networking and innovation in battery technologies.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Market position

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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