Flow Batteries Europe (FBE), the industry association for advancing flow battery technology and battery energy storage solutions across Europe, has announced the appointment of Juergen Wieshoff as head of governmental and public affairs. This newly created honorary position reflects FBE’s commitment to strengthening its institutional dialogue at both European and national levels. This effort aims to actively support the European energy transition through long-duration and sustainable battery storage.
In this role, Juergen Wieshoff will intensify and expand FBE’s engagement with key stakeholders including the European Parliament, the European Commission and particularly the German Federal Government. He will also foster constructive dialogue across the European energy landscape. The goal is to further position Flow Batteries Europe as a trusted partner in shaping Europe’s future energy system and promoting the role of battery energy storage, particularly flow batteries, in creating a resilient and renewable-based electricity grid.
A newly established role for Flow Batteries Europe
FBE president Kees van de Kerk said: “We are delighted that Juergen Wieshoff has agreed to take on this newly established role. With more than 20 years of experience working with European institutions, particularly the European Commission, and a deep and long-standing involvement in the European energy industry, Juergen brings an exceptional combination of strategic insight, policy expertise, and international connectivity. His experience and network make him the ideal person to strengthen Flow Batteries Europe’s relationships with policymakers and to support the deployment of battery energy storage across Europe.”
Over the past few decades, Jürgen Wieshoff has built a vast international network and has been engaged in numerous initiatives bridging European policy and the energy sector. His expertise in European energy markets regulation and technology deployment will bolster FBE’s mission to accelerate the development and integration of flow battery storage as a crucial component of the European energy transition.
Juergen Wieshoff said: “I am honoured to take on the role of head of governmental and public affairs at Flow Batteries Europe. Strengthening dialogue with the European Parliament, the European Commission, and the German Federal Government, and supporting the expansion of battery energy storage in Europe, are tasks I deeply care about. I look forward to contributing my experience and international network to FBE’s work and am happy to be available as a contact person for partners, policymakers, and stakeholders going forward.”
