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Voltera Becomes Member of Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN), as it Accelerates Construction of EV Charging Depots for Clients

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

By working with CharIN, Voltera strengthens its position as an EV infrastructure solution provider solving the challenges experienced by a variety of fleets and businesses preparing to deploy EVs at scale.

Key Points: 
  • By working with CharIN, Voltera strengthens its position as an EV infrastructure solution provider solving the challenges experienced by a variety of fleets and businesses preparing to deploy EVs at scale.
  • “CharIN is a technical association driving the right kind of progress in the charging industry,” said Jyoti Jain, head of product and engineering at Voltera.
  • Voltera accomplishes this by managing site acquisition, power procurement, facility design and construction, charging hardware and software deployment, operations, and maintenance.
  • The company provides EV charging facilities as a service, shouldering the capital investment expense so customers can instead focus capital on their operations.

INTEGRITY Security Services Joins CharIN as a Regular Member

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Tuesday, January 10, 2023

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- INTEGRITY Security Services (ISS) today announces that it has joined the CharIN Association as a regular member.

Key Points: 
  • SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Jan. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- INTEGRITY Security Services (ISS) today announces that it has joined the CharIN Association as a regular member.
  • ISS Security Credential Management System (SCMS) provides electronic vehicles and the ecosystem Plug and Charge digital certificates from its high assurance SCMS.
  • "We are very excited for ISS to join the CharIN Consortium," says David Sequino, Co-Founder and President of INTEGRITY Security Services.
  • "ISS is pleased to join CharIN and help its members ensure that the Combined Charging System (CSS) is secure and trusted," says Brian Romansky, GM, Connected Vehicle Solutions at INTEGRITY Security Services.

Power Electronics unveils their latest e-mobility solutions at CES 2023

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Tuesday, December 27, 2022

Under the theme 'Unlimited Energy', Power Electronics announces its presence at CES 2023, the world's largest technology trade show.

Key Points: 
  • Under the theme 'Unlimited Energy', Power Electronics announces its presence at CES 2023, the world's largest technology trade show.
  • CES visitors will also be able to see new developments in the domestic range, including luxury and racing vehicles such as Hispano Suiza and RallyCross, which will be displayed at Power Electronics' booth 10415 in the North Hall.
  • We're not just talking about product innovation, we're talking about our commitment to the energy transition," said Ron Puryear, Vice President, and General Manager of Power Electronics USA.
  • Power Electronics is the world's leading manufacturer of solar inverters for photovoltaic plants and the world storage leader.

DEKRA OPENS VEHICLE-GRID INNOVATION LABORATORY IN PARTNERSHIP WITH CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION

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Tuesday, December 6, 2022

Created in partnership with the California Energy Commission, ViGIL seeks to transform the transportation sector by improving the interoperability of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.

Key Points: 
  • Created in partnership with the California Energy Commission, ViGIL seeks to transform the transportation sector by improving the interoperability of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.
  • "Interoperability is key to ensuring that electric vehicle drivers can easily charge their cars at any charging station," said Patty Monahan, Transportation Commissioner at the California Energy Commission.
  • The California Energy Commission is leading the state to a 100 percent clean energy future.
  • It has seven core responsibilities (bit.ly/3RGmpAY): developing renewable energy, transforming transportation, increasing energy efficiency, investing in energy innovation, advancing state energy policy, certifying thermal power plants, and preparing for energy emergencies.

SWTCH Raises $13 Million to Provide Equitable Access to Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in Communities Across North America

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

SWTCH provides EV charging and energy management solutions that address the unique challenges of EV ownership in multi-family buildings of all kinds.

Key Points: 
  • SWTCH provides EV charging and energy management solutions that address the unique challenges of EV ownership in multi-family buildings of all kinds.
  • "SWTCH's mission is centered on realizing the social, economic, and environmental benefits of widespread EV adoption," said Carter Li, CEO of SWTCH.
  • "We know that more than 80% of EV charging occurs at home and 30% of homes in North America are multi-family, so improving access to EV charging infrastructure in multi-family buildings is critical to enabling widespread EV adoption.
  • The company electric vehicle (EV) charging and energy management solutions streamline charging for drivers while optimizing usage and revenue for multi-family building operators.

CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION SELECTS DEKRA TO ESTABLISH VEHICLE-GRID INNOVATION LABORATORY (ViGIL)

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

CONCORD, Calif., March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Energy Commission has selected DEKRA to develop a Vehicle-Grid Innovation Laboratory (ViGIL) to increase interoperability of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.

Key Points: 
  • CONCORD, Calif., March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The California Energy Commission has selected DEKRA to develop a Vehicle-Grid Innovation Laboratory (ViGIL) to increase interoperability of electric vehicles and charging infrastructure.
  • "At DEKRA, we are passionate about the future of mobility and the exciting opportunities presented by electric vehicles," said Bert Zoetbrood, President of DEKRA Americas.
  • "We are proud to partner with the California Energy Commission to transform the transportation sector towards its 2030 ZEV goals, improve interoperability, and ensure a seamless charging experience for consumers in California and across the country."
  • "The Vehicle-Grid Innovation Laboratory from DEKRA will focus on inclusive and sustainable test environments," said Andres Moreno, Senior Vice President of Service Operations for DEKRA North America.

WattEV Adds Three New Advisory Board Members

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Tuesday, March 1, 2022

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., March 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WattEV, which is developing a network of solar-powered electric truck stops throughout California, announced this week the appointment of three new members to the companys Board of Advisors.

Key Points: 
  • EL SEGUNDO, Calif., March 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WattEV, which is developing a network of solar-powered electric truck stops throughout California, announced this week the appointment of three new members to the companys Board of Advisors.
  • The new board members will aid the companys growth as it expands its public electric truck charging infrastructure and Truck-as-a-Service (TaaS) program.
  • WattEV has a goal of putting 12,000 electric heavy-duty trucks on the road with a supporting infrastructure by 2030.
  • The new members and their sector expertise include:
    Transportation Sector: Tom Nightingale has spent his entire career in transportation.

Electreon Joins CharIN to Inform Global Standards for Wireless Charging

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022

Electreon , the leading provider of wireless and in-road wireless electric vehicle (EV) charging technology, announced today that the company has joined the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN) as a core member.

Key Points: 
  • Electreon , the leading provider of wireless and in-road wireless electric vehicle (EV) charging technology, announced today that the company has joined the Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN) as a core member.
  • The CharIN alliance is a network of over 200 organizations focused on the global standardization of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
  • As a core member, Electreon will contribute technical insights on the requirements for wireless charging technology, as well as participate in relevant working groups for the development of common global standards.
  • This will help actualize interoperability of wireless charging and ease the integration of more Combined Charging System (CCS)-connected EVs with wireless charging solutions in the future.

EV Charging as Quick as Refuelling Thanks to High Power Chargers, Reports IDTechEx

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Thursday, December 9, 2021

High Power Chargers (HPCs) refer to Level 3 DC fast charging at a rate of 50 kW or more.

Key Points: 
  • High Power Chargers (HPCs) refer to Level 3 DC fast charging at a rate of 50 kW or more.
  • The growth in the number and location of fast charging has occurred organically or as a result of national plans.
  • To support high power charging, efforts are being made on both the vehicle and charger side to prevent overheating.
  • However, typical market power for CHAdeMO does not exceed 150 kW whereas CCS is now the preferred connector type for high power chargers offering power levels in the 150-350 kW range.

EV Charging as Quick as Refuelling Thanks to High Power Chargers, Reports IDTechEx

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, December 9, 2021

High Power Chargers (HPCs) refer to Level 3 DC fast charging at a rate of 50 kW or more.

Key Points: 
  • High Power Chargers (HPCs) refer to Level 3 DC fast charging at a rate of 50 kW or more.
  • The growth in the number and location of fast charging has occurred organically or as a result of national plans.
  • To support high power charging, efforts are being made on both the vehicle and charger side to prevent overheating.
  • However, typical market power for CHAdeMO does not exceed 150 kW whereas CCS is now the preferred connector type for high power chargers offering power levels in the 150-350 kW range.