About EcoPhi
EcoPhi brings together an international team of engineers, software developers and energy experts with project experience in over 30 countries. We focus on IoT solutions for energy systems – from photovoltaics and battery storage to applications in cooling and industry. EcoPhi is led by its two founders, who combine technology and entrepreneurship.
Max Spannagel
What is EcoPhi: ‘With EcoPhi, we have created a platform that covers highly complex technical requirements while remaining simple and easy to use.’ What motivates you: ‘With our solution, we can make a significant contribution to a future that our future generations will also enjoy living in. That's what drives me in our work.’
Sebastian Zenz
What is EcoPhi: ‘For me, EcoPhi is the next step towards a connected and intelligent energy future. We are creating a platform that brings together different systems and technologies, enabling transparent and efficient use of energy.’ What motivates you: ‘I am motivated by the combination of technology and sustainability. With our solution, we can contribute to using energy more efficiently and better integrating renewable systems.’
Behind EcoPhi is a team of specialists in:
- IoT & cloud platforms
- Energy technology & photovoltaics
- Battery storage & control technology
- Data analysis & monitoring
- Software Development
Our employees bring project experience from over 30 countries – ranging from commercial enterprises to large-scale energy systems. This combined expertise makes EcoPhi a reliable partner for the energy transition.
What our customers say
EcoPhi provides outstanding support and is always a reliable partner when technical assistance is needed.
PROJECT SCOPE
Hungary | EMS integration for PV + BESS projects, typically combining existing PV systems with newly installed battery storage / Zero feed-in, self-consumption optimization, time-of-use operation and optional backup functionality
EcoPhi’s platform enables effective energy management and provides a strong foundation for improving energy efficiency. With its technical expertise and dependable support, EcoPhi is a reliable partner in this field.
PROJECT SCOPE
Netherlands, Germany | Energy monitoring for C&I / energy management solutions for C&I projects / data acquisition, system integration and advanced energy management / centralized monitoring, reporting and control across multiple sites
EcoPhi’s solutions have become an integral part of our projects. We value the collaboration and look forward to implementing further projects together.
PROJECT SCOPE
Ghana & Western Africa Region | Implementation of complex, project-specific EMS control strategies for PV and BESS systems / Deployment across multiple African countries
Together with EcoPhi, we have already successfully implemented several projects using their monitoring and control solution. We are very pleased with the reliable collaboration and our long-standing partnership!
PROJECT SCOPE
Germany, Africa-wide | Monitoring and control of solar-powered cold rooms in rural regions across Africa / Thermal energy storage using a chilled water tank to provide cooling at night without conventional battery storage
We have successfully delivered several exciting projects with EcoPhi and highly value their practical, solution-oriented approach. We look forward to continuing our collaboration on many more projects.
PROJECT SCOPE
South Africa and the SADC region | Centralized EMS control for complex hybrid systems (hydro, PV, BESS, diesel gensets, grid) / Coordinated control at the grid connection point to prevent grid trips / EMS for standard 500 kW PV + BESS projects / Local and remote monitoring through the EcoPhi dashboard
EcoPhi offers a highly flexible EMS that goes far beyond basic battery control. Its extensive range of additional features enables our battery systems to be used in various applications, including participation in energy trading. A great match for customers seeking a local EMS in Europe.
PROJECT SCOPE
China and Europe | BESS manufacturer using EcoPhi as a third-party EMS for projects across Europe / Joint offering combining the manufacturer’s BESS with EcoPhi’s monitoring and control solution
The EcoPhi team is highly professional, flexible, and approachable, making them a pleasure to work with. Their task-oriented attitude, responsiveness, and pragmatic approach ensure seamless collaboration and efficient delivery of results.
PROJECT SCOPE
Egypt | Monitoring of 2MW solar system / Alerts & reporting. Planned project pump monitoring and control for irrigation
EcoPhi allowed us the flexibility needed for our unique project, and they were a pleasure to work with throughout.
PROJECT SCOPE
South Africa | Backup EMS for an AC-coupled system in Cape Town (SMA inverters, ATESS PCS, 200 kWh SolarMD BESS) / Frequency shifting and coordinated control for peak shaving, zero-feed-in, individual alarm functionalities
Memberships, partners and collaborations
Whether you are planning a specific project or would like to learn more about our platform, we look forward to hearing from you.