Semiconductor Solutions for the All Electric Society
The Future is Electric: The All Electric Society
Imagine a world powered by renewable, climate-neutral energy—where comfort, productivity, and sustainability are universal. This vision becomes reality with the All-Electric Society, enabled by innovative semiconductor solutions driving smart energy networks and electrification of transport and mobility.
Achieving Climate Neutrality Requires Electrification of End Consumption
The All Electric Society envisions a CO₂-neutral, sustainable world where energy is generated and consumed almost entirely in electrical form. The goal is “direct” electrification—with electricity produced without fossil fuels and used mainly in sectors responsible for greenhouse gas emissions. Currently, less than 25% of energy consumed in Europe is electricity, with most heating, vehicle power, and factory operations still reliant on fossil fuels. To reach climate neutrality by 2050, up to 75% of Europe’s final energy consumption must be electrified, supported by advanced energy management systems that optimize power supply and reduce emissions.
The path toward this All Electric Society is underway. Market analysts at McKinsey report global private investment in electrification and renewable energy sources reaching 183 billion USD in 2023 alone.
What Does the All Electric Society Mean?
- Electrification of all sectors: mobility, industry, buildings, infrastructure
- Energy supply based on renewable energy sources
- Cross-sectoral, intelligent networking and automation including smart meters and smart energy
- Efficiency improvements through digitalisation and innovative control systems
The Key Challenges in Implementing an All Electric Society
Solutions for sustainability and energy efficiency already exist, including semiconductor technologies. The All-Electric Society is technologically within reach, but coordinated action is needed to overcome hurdles like upgrading energy grids, expanding electric vehicle charging infrastructure, enhancing cybersecurity, and deploying automated systems for efficient energy management.
The Six Hurdles That Must be Overcome on the Path to an All Electric Society
- Infrastructure: Energy grids require an upgrade to allow large amounts of energy to flow flexibly between producers and consumers. This includes the rapid expansion of charging infrastructure for electric vehicles as well as equipping all participants with appropriate communication capabilities.
- Energy Storage: Large battery storage capacities are needed to balance generation and consumption. This requires further improvements in battery capacity, lifespan and cost, while simultaneously reducing the environmental impact of battery production.
- Grid Stability: Innovative solutions are needed to balance the volatile energy production of renewable sources and consumption. In addition to energy storage, AI solutions will increasingly play a role here.
- Cybersecurity: The networked systems of the All-Electric-Society (Internet of Energy) require comprehensive solutions to protect infrastructure and personal data from cyberattacks. The implementation of the EU Cyber Resilience Act is crucial for this.
- Manufacturing: The production of the electronic components needed to realize the All-Electric-Society must be further developed with regard to sustainability, cost efficiency and scalability.
- Interoperability: The interaction of a large number of different components in the energy grid of the future requires standardized devices and systems for seamless communication and easy integration.
EU Sets Important Framework for Electrification
Electrifying society is central to the EU’s Green Deal and the Affordable Energy Action Plan, which tackle carbon emissions and support long-term energy savings. The EU Digital Strategy promotes AI, IoT, and digital infrastructure, strengthening the transition to a sustainable future.
The European Chips Act bolsters domestic semiconductor production and strategic autonomy to secure a stable power supply.
EBV Elektronik: Your Partner for Semiconductor Solutions
Our solutions empower electrification, connectivity, and automation critical for a sustainable All Electric Society. As a leading semiconductor distributor, EBV Elektronik provides advanced products and expertise to drive energy efficiency across all sectors.
Explore the All Electric Society in Practice
Transportation
EV charging, traction inverters and power electronics for clean mobility.
Energy Infrastructure
Smart grids, storage and bidirectional charging for reliable clean power.
Green Industry
Efficient drives, storage and automation for sustainable manufacturing.
Building Management
Building electrification, HVAC and smart lighting for efficient buildings.
Smart Agriculture
Electrified machinery, drones and smart farming technologies.
Knowledge Hub
Whitepapers, expert interviews, and podcasts provide in-depth insights into emerging technologies and their impact on the all electric society.
Electrifying Transport is Essential for Achieving Climate Goals
Transport is one of the main sources of CO2 emissions. Electrifying road transport offers the greatest reduction potential and is being driven by advances in battery technology and power electronics. Alternative propulsion systems, such as hydrogen-powered commercial vehicles and off-highway applications, will play an increasingly important role in the future. EBV’s semiconductor solutions support the electrification of the transportation sector, including electric drives, battery management, and automated driving technologies for road, commercial, and off-highway vehicles.
Significant Efficiency Potential Lies Dormant in Industry
Industrial energy efficiency is a critical factor in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and operational costs. Inefficient motors, heating, and process control continue to cause high energy consumption and carbon emissions in industry. Improving industrial energy efficiency and electrifying systems can significantly reduce emissions and decrease industrial dependency on carbon certificates.
EBV offers solutions spanning motor control, factory automation, and robotics, enabling the development of high-performance systems that help industrial operators significantly enhance energy efficiency.
ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS
Smart Grids Ensure Reliable Energy Supply
Renewable energies, particularly solar and wind power, are supplying an increasing share of clean electricity worldwide. Smart grids and modern infrastructure are key to managing and integrating the rapidly growing number of renewable energy sources.
With intelligent semiconductor solutions, energy generation and consumption can also be automatically balanced within a smart grid to ensure stable and efficient power supply (smart grid balancing).
Find out more about EBV’s approaches to smart energy networks.
Building Automation and Smart Living Solutions Reduce Energy Consumption
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), buildings account for 30 percent of global final energy consumption. Intelligent control of lighting, heating, cooling, and ventilation—along with smart meters and energy management technologies like heat pumps—cut energy consumption and improve indoor air quality.
Learn how EBV’s solutions can make buildings smarter and reduce the energy consumption of homes and properties – with smart lighting, including outdoor systems, and efficient technologies such as heat pumps.
Smart Solutions Enhance Sustainability in Agriculture
In 2018, agriculture and related land use accounted for 17 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, according to the latest analysis by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. Electrification and automation in agricultural machinery and smart farming technologies reduce energy use and environmental impact while supporting efficient plant growth and sustainable agriculture electrification.
Discover how EBV’s semiconductor solutions can help optimise environmental conditions for efficient plant growth, power drones and robots for smart farming, and equip tractors and agricultural machines with high-performance electric drives.
Faster Time to Market with an Integrated Approach
Bringing together the many components and sectors of the All Electric Society requires a systematic and integrated approach. EBV can support you at both the system and technology levels. We assist our customers in selecting components and in integrating individual solutions into a complete system. We are also members of various industry associations, enabling us to identify technological trends early on and understand which paths the future may take.
EBV Services for Your Electrification Projects
- Consulting and design support
- Latest technology access
- Supply chain and logistics
- Training and workshops
Shaping the Electric Future Together
Invest in a sustainable, efficient and connected world – with EBV. Our semiconductor solutions are key to
successfully realising the All Electric Society – from mobility to energy and industry.
Get in touch with us and help shape the future of electrification.
TQ of All Electric Society
The All Electric Society embodies a forward-looking vision of a climate-neutral and sustainable future, where energy is generated and consumed almost entirely through electricity from renewable sources. In response to the growing impacts of climate change, this transformation replaces fossil-based systems with clean, electrified solutions across all areas of life. E-mobility takes the place of combustion engines, heat pumps replace gas-fired heating, and even energy-intensive industries transition to electrified processes supported by advanced storage and control systems.
At the core of the All Electric Society lies efficiency and intelligence. By reducing primary energy demand and integrating smart, interconnected infrastructures such as smart grids and digital energy management systems, renewable energy can be distributed and used optimally across sectors. Power electronics and innovative semiconductor technologies, including silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN), play a crucial role by enabling efficient energy conversion, control, and distribution.
This global transformation is already gaining momentum, driven by massive investments and rapidly growing markets in electrification, renewable energy, and smart energy systems. While the All Electric Society is currently advancing most rapidly in Europe, its impact is global, offering a scalable and sustainable alternative to today’s CO₂-intensive economy. It represents not only a technological shift, but a decisive step toward a cleaner, more resilient, and electrified future.
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Wide bandgap semiconductors like silicon carbide and gallium nitride increase efficiency and reduce power losses. Advances in control systems and energy management enable smarter grids and reduce environmental impact.