The 10 fastest growing e vs solution providers 2018

September 2018
Hong Kong
EV Power:
Shaping the
Future of Electric
Transport
Laurence Chan
CEO & Founder
Cliﬀ Wu
General Manager
Pioneering
Trnsformation
With Smart Grid
E-Mobility:
Pioneering Transportation
with Smart Grid- E-mobility
Wireless Charging:
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EV Solutions:
Driving the
Future of Transport
echnological developments, revolutionary mechanics and a need to transcend from
Tcombustible substances, all converged for the conception of a marvel on wheels. Electric
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Vehicles, which came into existence in the mid-19 century, are redefining the ways of
commuting and transporting. A kindling interest in developing EVs has been incited by the
environmental effects of vehicles powered by non-renewable sources of energy.
The energy consumed by EVs can be derived from a range of sources, nuclear energy, and also
renewable sources like tidal energy, solar energy, and wind energy or a combination of any of these.
The on board battery stores the energy using flywheel or super capacitors. The application of
regenerative braking, which initiates the recovery of kinetic energy is also one of the reasons of a
surge in the demand of EVs.
The battery cost exhibiting a significant nosedive has led EVs to become a profoundly reformative
technology. The overall cost of EV ownership is commendably lower than gasoline-powered
vehicles. Along with this, savings on annoying maintenance costs, oil changes, replacing belts, and
transmission repairs become seldom.
To shed light over organizations which cater to the development of the EV industry, Insights Success
has curated a list of “The 10 Fastest Growing EVs Solution Providers, 2018,” which are excelling
their provision of best-in-class EV solutions that incessantly advocate ingenuity in technological
innovation and universal services.
September 2018
Hong Kong
EV Power:
Shaping the
Future of Electric
Transport
Laurence Chan
CEO & Founder
Cliff Wu
General Manager
Pioneering
Trnsformation
With Smart Grid
E-Mobility:
Pioneering Transportation
with Smart Grid- E-mobility
Wireless Charging:
www.insightssuccess.com

Our Cover Story features Hong Kong EV Power, which provides comprehensive and
professional EV charging solutions including the EV charging stations. It is a prominent expert
in Electric Vehicle (EV) charging aimed to widen the adoption of EV in Hong Kong and China.
The organization aims to widen the adoption of EV in Hong Kong. It provides solutions which
are suitable for different types of EV cars to use, to all kinds of customers like individuals,
corporates, power utilities and governments, as well as operating EV charging stations.
Hong Kong EV Power is aiming to deliver reliable EV charging services to drivers and making
sure that there is no concern regarding the same. However, it is in the process to build 5000
more charging stations by the end of 2018.
In this issue, we have also enlisted companies which are providing insightful and innovative
solutions to enhance the applications of SAP. IES Synergy which is leading company
recognized for advanced electric vehicle battery charging solutions; EVBox which is the leading
global manufacturer of electric vehicle charging stations and charging management software;
CLEVER which is the leading electric mobility operator in Scandinavia; EO Charging which
is one of UK’s leading electric vehicle charging manufacturers, which design chargers for
homes, fleets and destinations; Blink Charging which is a leading owner, operator and provider
of electric vehicle charging equipment and networked EV charging services; Local Motors
which is a ground mobility company, focused on shaping the future for the better; KULR
Technology which aims to make EVs more efficient by improving the performance and safety of
their batteries and high-performance components. OVO Energy which is UK’s largest
independent energy technology company and supplier; and Wall Box Chargers which is
focused in helping the EV industry to make electric and plug in hybrid cars an attractive
alternative to more traditional ways of transportation.
Also, make sure to scroll through the articles written by our in-house editorial team and CXO
standpoints of some of the leading industry experts to have a brief taste of the sector.
Let’s start reading!
Hitesh Dhamani

Cover Story
Hong Kong EV Power:
Shaping the Future of Electric Transport
E-Mobility
E-Mobility: Pioneering
Transportation
with Smart Grid
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Rechrging Movement
Wireless Charging:
Future of
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Contents
Crafting Innovative EV
Charging Services
Blink Charging:
How Technology is Changing Supply
Chain Management for the Better
Mentor’s Opinion
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Electrovaya Lithium-ion batteries:
Powering Electro-Mobility Since 1996
Internet of Things is present in
every product we use. How has IOT
changed the lives of humans?
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58 Leading the charge
for electric vehicles
EO Charging:
Paving the Way for
Sustainable Mobility
Clever:
Expert’s Forsights
Internet of Internet
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Charging Services
IES Synergy:
Shaping the Future
for Better
Local Motors:
Charging Services
Wallbox:
An Energized Approach
Shaping the EVs’ Market
EVBox:
Delivering Top-notch Thermal
Management Solutions
KULR Technology:
Delivering Eﬀective
Energy Solutions
OVO Energy:
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EV Power:
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Future of Electric
Transport

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We Are The Only Company
Providing Holistic Charging
Services In Hong Kong.
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The speed at which automotive industry is growing,
electric vehicles no longer seem like a dream of the
future. According to a UBS global auto survey, it is
estimated that one in six new cars in the world will be
electric by the year 2025. The emergence of electric vehicle
has revolutionized the way people commute.
This disruptive trend of electric vehicles is expected to
continue, especially with the billions of dollars that auto
manufacturers are investing in these vehicles. Traditional
automakers including General Motors, Volkswagen,
Daimler AG, and others are all investing heavily in electric
vehicles.
With the influx of electric vehicles into the market comes an
essential need for charging infrastructure. Being an EV
charging solution pioneer, Hong Kong EV Power Limited
is leading the market with the best charging solutions and
standards.
In an interview with Hong Kong EV Power, the CEO and
Founder, Laurence Chan, and, the General Manager,
Cliff Wu, shared their insights on EV Charging
Infrastructure and how Hong Kong EV Power is
contributing in it.
Give a brief overview of the company and its vision.
Laurence and Cliff: Hong Kong EV Power, a member of
EV Power Group and a spinoff company from AMOS
Enterprises Limited, is a fastest-growing Hong Kong
company with two of its brands, EV Power and
Charles Lui Cliff Wu Elvis Chung Jonathan Law
We promise
to provide
a convenient,
safe and
cost-effective
charging solution
for all EV
drivers and
various companies.
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E-Charge. We aim to widen the adoption of EVs in Hong Kong. We provide comprehensive and professional EV charging
solutions including the EV station, which is suitable for different types of EV cars to use, to all kinds of customers like
individuals, corporates, power utilities and governments, as well as operating EV charging stations.
Initially, our financing history was smooth, compared to other startups in Hong Kong. The seed funding came largely from
personal savings and earnings from projects undertaken by us. In August 2011, after a fundraising exercise period of some
five months, we succeeded in raising HK$3 million through three angels from the HKBAN. In this way, we went on raising
further investments. Focus Media, a Chinese company which operates the largest out-of-home advertising network in that
country, is one of the largest investor of our company.
The Group’s business has been expanded to Mainland China since 2014 and currently covers 30 cities including Beijing,
Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong and Macau. We are promoting the use of electric vehicles in Hong Kong and
China by providing a convenient, safe and cost-effective charging solution for all EV drivers and various companies. We hope
to turn the city to be greener and more environmental friendly.
What are the cutting-edge products/services offered by Hong Kong EV Power Limited?
Laurence and Cliff: We provide our clients with a variety of services including installation for private charging, consultancy
and design for public charging, training for charging system, management, operation and maintenance of charging stations, as
well as the internet connection for the charging stations. Our products cover car park charging network system, car park
management system, medium charger and quick charger. The chargers are connected by E-Charge, which is a platform that
drivers can look up the real-time status of all charging stations and can inspect the charging progress. With the increasing
charging infrastructure, EV drivers can enjoy a safe and user-friendly charging experience.
Over 200 car parks in Hong Kong have installed our charging stations and more than 50 of them allow public access. We
have served many residential and corporate clients. Currently, we are the public charging partners of Porsche, BMW,
Hyundai, Mercedes Benz, Jaguar Land Rover and DFSK. In addition to this, we are the leading residential charging service
provider in the market.
Hong Kong EV Power has been invited to speak and exhibit in
the “Smart EV Smart Charging” Seminar hosted by HK Electric
on 28 September 2016.

How does Hong Kong EV Power offer more value than
its competitors?
Laurence and Cliff: When people cheer heartily for
convenience and pollution-free features brought by the new
energy vehicles, they have to face a problem of promoting
them. The problem is how to install and use the charging
piles after the community residents buying new energy
vehicles. In the market, we have a strong property
relationship to offer users the ultimate solution to the
problem of home charging, as well as their concerns before
buying the vehicles and their funds pressure to install the
charger. In terms of the mall, we mainly construct the fast
charging stations as supply for some users who do not have
the charger at home to use electric vehicles in the first
place, and then try to solve the problem of home charging.
Additionally, we consist of a group of hard-working and
dedicated people that not only want to help better the
environment but also to ensure the users’ safety and
convenience when using any of our products. We have
installed EV charging stations throughout malls, public
parking lots, corporates as well as private housings to allow
the use of our EV Chargers.
What are the challenges faced by electric vehicles
industry and how is Hong Kong EV Power serving to
tackle them?
Laurence and Cliff: As the pioneer of the EV charging
service provider, we always strive to improve the services
and make breakthrough to existing hurdles in the market.
We believe that home charging is the only solution to
promote the wider use of electric vehicles in private sector
in Hong Kong.
However, it is more difficult for an individual user to set up
home charging facilities in the residential apartments due to
many issues such as limited electricity power source, high
initial cost of construction, rejection of property managers
and incorporated owners for the application, etc.
In order to serve our vision that states, Make Everywhere
EV Ready, Lead EV Ready Everywhere, we have launched a
Private EV Charging Service named Residential Apartment
Scheme (RAS) in late 2014. We take care of the initial
capital investments and the subsequent operations of the
charging infrastructure in the whole residential car parks
with obtaining the approval of property managers and
We are the only
company providing
holistic charging
services in Hong
Kongfor all EV
drivers and
various companies.
‘‘
‘‘
Hong Kong EV Power has exhibited in “Eco Expo Asia 2016”
held in Hong Kong in October 2016.

incorporated owners, while individual EV users can simply apply and pay a monthly fee for the EV charging services at their
own parking spaces. Therefore, RAS highly eases the setup of home charging facilities and relieve most of the concerns of
property managers and incorporated owners in order to provide the win-win situations for the sustainable growth of the use of
EV in Hong Kong.
Where does Hong Kong EV Power see itself in the long run and what are its future goals?
Laurence and Cliff: As the anticipated widespread use of EV is reaching an inflexion point in the coming years, we are
striving to position ourselves to capture an exploding market. We are aiming for all the drivers to rely on our EV charging
services and making sure that there is no concern in our charging solutions. However, we are in the process to build 5000
more charging stations by the end of 2018.
Hong Kong EV Power has been ripened under the leadership of Laurence Chan, CEO and
Founder, and Cliff Wu, General Manager.
Laurence Chan steers the overall business development and the operations of EV Power
Group in mainland China. He has completed his masters in electronic engineering from
the Chinese University of Hong Kong. During his studies, Laurence founded AMOS
Technology Company, which was then providing designer and consultancy service
for electronic and electric power automation systems. He subsequently founded EV
Power Limited in 2010. Under his leadership, EV Power has become today’s
fastest growing EV Charging Service Provider in Hong Kong, Macau and
mainland China.
Cliff Wu has over 9 years of extensive experience in engineering project management
of electrical systems, telecommunication and broadcasting network infrastructure in
a territory-wide scale. Prior to joining EV Power, he held managerial roles in
Hong Kong Television Network Limited and Hong Kong Broadband Network
Limited. After joining EV Power, he has been responsible for formulating and
developing integrated EV charging solutions as well as the one-stop EV
charging network platform ‘E-Charge’, and currently oversees Hong Kong
and Macau business of the Group. Under his leadership, his team has
completed numerous remarkable EV charging projects in the past few
years, working closely with the HKSAR Government, HK International
Airport, power utilities, land developers and international EV
manufacturers. He also graduated from the Chinese University of Hong
Kong with a Bachelor of Engineering Honors degree and a Master of
Philosophy degree in Electronic Engineering. Apart from this, he is
a credential holder of Project Management Professional (PMP) ®.
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Management BriefCompany Name
Blink Charging
blinkcharging.com
Michael Farkas
Founder &
Executive Chairman
Blink Charging is a leading owner, operator and provider of
electric vehicle charging equipment and networked EV
charging services.
CLEVER
clever.dk
Casper Kirketerp-Møller
CEO
Clever is the leading electric mobility operator in Scandinavia.
EO Charging
eocharging.com
Charlie Jardine
Founder & CEO
EO Charging is one of UK’s leading electric vehicle charging
manufacturers, which design chargers for homes,
fleets and destinations.
EVBox
evbox.co.uk
EVBox is the leading global manufacturer of electric vehicle
charging stations and charging management software.
IES is a leading company recognized for advanced electric vehicle
battery charging solutions.
KULR aims to make EVs more efficient by improving the
performance and safety of their batteries and
high-performance components.
Local Motors by LMI is a ground mobility company, focused on
shaping the future for the better.
OVO is the UK’s largest independent energy technology
company and supplier.
Wallbox is focused in helping the EV industry to make electric
and plug in hybrid cars an attractive alternative to more
traditional ways of transportation..
Hong Kong EV Power
hkevpower.com
Laurence Chan
& Cliff Wu
CEO & Founder
General Manager
Hong Kong EV Power provides comprehensive and professional
EV charging solutions including the EV charging stations. It is a
prominent expert in Electric Vehicle (EV) charging aimed to widen
the adoption of EV in Hong Kong and China.
IES
ies-synergy.com
Jean-Michel Cornille
President & CEO
KULR Technology
kulrtechnology.com
Dr.Timothy Knowles
CTO
Local Motors
local-motors.com
Matt RivettExecutive
Vice President
OVO Energy
ovoenergy.com
Stephen Fitzpatrick
CEO & Founder
Wall Box Chargers
wallbox.com
Enric Asunción
CEO
Kristof Vereenooghe
CEO

Gary Cardenas
President
TOC Logistics
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The logistics and supply chain management industry
is one that is constantly evolving and optimizing,
and because of the competitive nature of the
industry, innovation is key for success. Modern
technologies have not only aided in the streamlining of
supply chains and company processes, but have also set the
industry on a technologically advanced path that many
could not have even imagined fifteen or twenty years ago.
From robotics in warehouses and autonomous ships and
trucks, to computerized shipping and tracking, technology
has changed the industry for the better and has provided
new levels of visibility.
With the aid of technology, supply chains of the future may
be a bit more complex, but will certainly be more efficient
and less expensive. A few of the technological
advancements that have changed the game for the logistics
and supply chain management industry are:
Computerized Shipping and Tracking
Modern technology has drastically impacted the shipping
industry and has made for more efficient and accurate
tracking. With a wide array of different supply chain
management software programs on the market, logistics and
supply chain professionals and their clients are able to keep
an eye on their shipments during every step of the supply
chain journey. With every second being crucial in the world
of supply chain management, the ability to provide
complete transparency to clients in terms of where their
packages are and when they will arrive is something that is
extremely valuable.
Computerized shipping and tracking has also largely
reduced the amount of time spent shipping, receiving,
tracking packages and compiling shipment data, as all
necessary data can be stored in one easy-to-access place.
And in this case, saving time means saving money. Being
able to digitally organize data and monitor shipping and
tracking information also reduces the opportunities for
human error. With digital records there is no longer a worry
that sloppy handwriting or a misplaced piece of paper will
throw a wrench in a shipment being delivered on time, or to
the right place.
“Futuristic” Autonomous Vehicles
A big technological push in the industry right now is the
advancement of autonomous vehicles, electrification, use of
solar power, and energy storage, all of which will be used
across the board to both reduce cost and increase efficiency.
Right now, energy and transportation make up more than
half of total supply chain costs and labor accounts for a
little less than a third of costs. With further technological
advancements, the transportation and labor aspects of
supply chains will eventually cost very, very little compared
to what they do today.
The eventual implementation of autonomous electric
vehicles, which can be programmed to use the most efficient
routes and run throughout the night without a driver, will
drive down the cost of labor and increase capacity on the
roads. Autonomous vehicles will also address the growing
concern of truck driver shortages throughout the industry.
Also on the very near horizon is the use of autonomous
ships. Autonomous ships would address the issues of piracy,
talent shortage in the ocean shipping industry and accidents
caused by human error.
Big Data
Logistics and supply chain management professionals live
and die by data. A recent study by the Council of Supply
Chain Management Professionals shows that 98 percent of
third-party logistics firms and 93 percent of shippers feel
that data-driven decision making is key to supply chain
activities. Technological advancements have made it
extremely easy to gather and analyze key pieces of data.
Data surrounding shipping times, cargo weight, weather
patterns, traffic routes, and more can lead to greater
transparency, optimized routes, greater reliability and
automated supply chains. Having a team that is able to
accurately interpret big data is key to success, and will
likely save a company both time and money. There is a
reason UPS drivers don’t make left turns. Someone on the
UPS team analyzed large amounts of data, which is now
available thanks to technology, and determined that
eliminating the majority of left turns would use 10 million
less gallons of fuel, emit 20,000 tonnes less carbon dioxide
into the air and help deliver 350,000 more packages every
year.
Technology is something that is hard to predict and often
difficult to wrap your head around, but the logistics and
supply chain industry is benefiting from every new
technological advancement in our field. The supply chains
that we are working with today will be drastically different
in five or ten years’ time, and almost unrecognizable in
twenty or thirty years. Technology has made supply chain
management more efficient, transparent and cost-effective. It
is important to have members of your team that are willing
to embrace new ways of doing things and that are able to
stay up-to-date on new forms of technology. This industry is
constantly changing, and in order to be successful you need
to be willing to change along with it.
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Mentor’s Opinion

Crafting Innovative
EV Charging Services
Blink
Charging:
Blink Charging
In the Electric Vehicle (EV) industry, is a
leading enterprise which provides EV charging equipment
and network services. It has thousands of charging stations
across the United States. In an interview with Insights Success,
Michael Farkas Founder Executive Chairman, the and of the
company, shares his insights over experiences, products and
motto of the organization along with the future goals in
revolutionizing the EV industry.
Below are the highlights of the interview conducted between
Farkas and Insights Success:
Give a brief overview of the Blink Charging, its uniqueness
and its vision.
Blink Charging is headquartered in Florida with offices in
Arizona and California. It is designed and established to
accelerate EV adoption with a vision to keep expanding not
only in North America, but all around the world.
Here are some examples which differentiate us from our
competitors:
Ownership and Control of EV Charging Stations and
Services: We own a large percentage of our stations, which is a
significant differentiation between us and some of our primary
competitors. This ownership model allows us to control the
settings and pricing for our EV charging services, maintain the
equipment, and have greater brand management and
price uniformity.
Experience with Products and Services of Other EV
Charging Service Providers: We have had an
experience of owning and operating other service
provider’s EV charging equipment that includes
General Electric, ChargePoint and SemaConnect. This
experience has provided us with the working
knowledge of the benefits and challenges of other
equipment manufacturers and their applicable EV
charging networks.
What are the cutting-edge products/services offered
by Blink Charging?
Blink Network is proprietary cloud-based software that
operates, maintains, and tracks all of the EV charging
stations connected to the network and the associated
charging data. Blink Network provides property
owners, property managers, and businesses with cloud-
based services that enable the remote monitoring and
management of EV charging stations, payment
processing. It also provides vital EV charger
information including station location, directions,
availability, and applicable fees to the EV drivers.
Blink Charging offer individuals with a flexible range
of business models for EV charging equipment and
services. In its comprehensive model, the company
owns, operates, installs, manages and maintains the EV
charging set-up, and shares a piece of the revenue with
the property owner. Alternatively, property owners may
share in the system expenses including providing
connectivity to the Blink Network. For businesses
interested in purchasing, owning, and managing the
charging stations, Blink Charging provides complete
support from equipment to network connectivity and
maintenance services.
Give a detailed description of the
Founder/CEO/Management’s influence over the
company and the industry.
In founding Blink Charging, Michael Farkas conceived
the EV charging infrastructure business, and was the
first “player in the game” – pioneering an industry. The
model proved so successful, that Blink competitors
have historically tried to replicate Farkas’ methods. To
date, Farkas is an expert in the electric vehicle, EV
charging, and green technology space. He is constantly
looking forward to introduce disruptive methodology
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‘‘‘‘Providing convenient
and affordable EV
charging services.
into Blink Charging and looks towards
hardware advancement to change the
direction of EV charging tactics.
Describe the experiences,
achievements or lessons learnt that
have shaped the journey of the
company.
Our plans have changed and evolved
throughout our years in business, and
we are proud of what we’ve
accomplished. This includes our R&D
successes and our successful rounds of
funding. We’ve raised the capital when
we needed it, and now with the
increasing capital, we will see as a
result of being the only pure-play
charging company on the NASDAQ.
We’ve found that a big part of
maintaining our entrepreneurial spirit
is being flexible. We’re always ready to
make the best use of new opportunities
that emerge in the clean transportation
sector. We’ve made mistakes along the
way, and we regret none of them,
because we learned so much from each
mistake. If you believe in electric
vehicles, the smartest investment to
make is not necessarily in car
companies. Historically, 99 percent of
them have gone bankrupt. The money
to be made is among fuel supplying
companies, required at every moment
when a vehicle is in operation. We are
certain the future is electric.
What are the challenges faced by
electric vehicles industry and how is
Blink Charging serving to tackle
them?
There are different issues that have
arisen at different times. Lastly, the
issue that arose was having the right
product of EV. The first generation of
EV were compliance cars that only
went 30-40 miles on a single charge.
As an answer, Chevy Bolt and Tesla
Model 3 are economically priced, full-
battery vehicles that an average
consumer can afford. By 2020, all
major manufacturers will have several
EV models that will go an excess of
300 miles on a single charge.
Another issue was charging
infrastructure, or lack thereof. Blink
Charging came in and took steps to
deploy hardware in the areas where it’s
needed. Now, the main obstacle, that
the industry faces is consumers’
awareness. We have to let the people
know that they can buy an electric car
that can satisfy their transportation
needs.
Give us a few testimonials of your
clients that accurately highlight
Blink Charging position in the
market.
“Blink is a leader in the network
service and EV charger markets in the
US, and its products and solutions
serve as the standard technologies in
the region.” – Hong Dong-ho, CEO of
DSPOne.
“As an urban institution that is deeply
engaged with its communities, Temple
is committed to creating a sustainable
campus environment and culture. The
Blink EV chargers are an important
part of Temple’s sustainability
initiatives to reduce transportation-
related greenhouse gas emissions.” –
Kathleen Grady, Temple University’s
Director of Sustainability.
Michael Farkas
Founder & Executive Chairman
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E-Mobility:
Pioneering Transportation with
Smart Grid
The electric automobile is associated with the
integration of transportation, which is resulted
according to the customer needs. Customer
demands are initiated towards renewable energies in terms
of a zero-emission and sustainable mobility. The "Smart
Grid" could be a hypothetic methodology with electrically
collected from vehicles that run on renewable resources.
However, E-mobility consequently specializing in customer
demands and build an effective source of energy through
mobility.
Electro mobility or E-mobility suggests clean and
environment-friendly transport through electric vehicles. It
conjointly delivers climate-friendly technology with
massive growth potential. In the automotive industry,
electricity suppliers and government influencers are also
pushing e-mobility within the field of standardization. For
sequencing to the perfection, utilities and network operators
are heavily investing under development of ‘intelligent’
electricity distribution systems.
Smart Grid Communication for economical E-Mobility
In smart grid, smart energy network depends upon
comprehensive communication with integrated charging
stations. The communication with the smart grid is
incessantly measured and controlled through an IP-based
connection. It additionally permits load compensation with
the assistance of interconnecting charging stations.
Additionally, vehicle-to-grid communication makes it
potential to integrate special charge models and supply new
services. Moreover, in future the vehicles connected to the
smart grid unit expected to perform batteries for storing
extra energy as needed.
Rendering ahead with Smart Grid
The move towards a low-carbon society would require
progress in renewable energy production and in e-mobility.
The success of e-mobility is connected to smart grid
development that helps intelligent charging infrastructure
for big scale acceptance of electric vehicles. The
dependency works both ways in which comparable to
massive scale acceptance of e-mobility helps massive scale
infrastructure investments to be profitable.
Functionalities of E-Mobility
There are two different kinds of plug-in electric vehicles,
such as plug-in hybrid vehicle and pure electric vehicle.
Were plug-in hybrid vehicles are equipped with a
combustion engine and pure electric vehicle encompass
pure electric connectivity. The proper electricity-production
drastically reduces CO2 emissions compared to traditional
combustion engine cars. From the perspective of the
electrical grid, people’s habits and daily schedules can
probably cause peak demand at certain times of day, which
may cause electricity network congestion or voltages below
normal.
Revolutionary Trends of Electrical Grid
In an electrical grid, the energy system becomes
progressively relied on renewable energy sources. The
wants to the electrical grid are ever-changing with latest
trends. The alternative energy is generally non-controllable,
suburbanized and unsteady. E-mobility brings purposeful
technology which reinforces the transportation medium and
efficient method.
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Flexible property of E-Mobility
E-mobility may be a versatile electrical transportation
medium immensely capturing client demands. The
flexibility of e-mobility helps to reduce costs of network
investments and electricity bills with grid operators. The
network has the flexibility to deal with worst case situation.
It additionally reduces energy and absorbs excessive energy
generation, and additionally things and voltage issues.
Nissan Integrates E-Mobility with Smart Grid
The well-known automobile brand, Nissan is introducing its
own electronic vehicle or e-mobility vehicle with smart grid
technology. Nissan additionally proposes to introduce
technology and business ties between electric driving and
smart grid. Moreover, Nissan is on the point of introducing
energy storage for a vehicle for domestic usage supported
second-life batteries. Nissan’s is aiming to provide
concerning one hundred electric vehicle charging stations
for each non-public and business purpose. The automotive
users are ready to offer the battery capacity to vehicles and
to create energy for grid. Hence, Nissan drives its
e-mobility vehicles effectively with unified consumer
experience.
Confronting Future with E-Mobility
The future of electric vehicles is remodeling within the field
of energy and quality happening in the fields of energy and
quality. E-mobility is influenced by market factors and
forthcoming trends that are nearly unbeatable. The
conjunction of e-mobility and smart grid is a chance for
many automobile industries. Through automobile,
businesses have many possibilities to head in the market.
Henceforth, e-mobility delivers significant solutions to
automobile industry comprises with a smart grid. It’s a
revolutionary step towards automobile segmentation
comprises with electric transport mobility solutions.
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E-Mobility

Paving the Way for
Sustainable Mobility
Clever:
Digitization, automation and new business
models have revolutionized many industries,
and the automotive industry is not an exception.
The global automotive industry has started experiencing
the effects of global disruption after the vehicles are been
in the process of getting electrified. In this era of
disruption, one of the leading electric mobilityClever,
operators is paving the way for tomorrow’s sustainable
mobility. In an interview with Insights Success, the CEO
Casper Kirketerp-Møller unveiled the journey of
Clever and how it provides sustainable value to stay
ahead of competition.
by Clever?
Casper: We have invented the first ever flat rate charging
subscription called , a Netflix for EV charging.Unlimited
Unlimited gives our customers limitless charging and
freedom wherever it’s needed. There is no fuss as the
monthly fee gives consumer limitless charging at home
with a home upgrade consisting of a home charging box
including installation, limitless charging on our public
charging network, and limitless charging on our new
ultra-fast charging stations along the European freeways.
Our invention of Unlimited is massively successful and
has subsequently been copied 1:1 by the competition. We
continually develop and enhance the user experience in
our products, carving away friction to make it an
effortless and digital experience to drive and charge our
customer’s EV. This uncompromising focus is what has
made Clever a market frontrunner.
We have designed the future of charging stations which
will give gas stations a long-needed run for its money.
With the design of our new ultra-fast charging (UFC)
stations, we provide our customers with a meaningful
break that will fast-charge the mental batteries along
with the EV’s.
Describe the experiences, achievements or lessons
learnt that have shaped the journey of the company.
Casper: Through our lifespan, it has been all about
identifying and relieving pain points in consumers’
everyday life.
Initially, in 2009, there were a very limited amount of
EVs in Denmark, and as a consequence, Clever, which
was named ChooseEV at the time, developed an
extensive user-study along with the Danish transport
authority which let 2500 Danes drive and experience
EVs in order to gather data, knowledge and use cases to
make informed approaches to implement EVs for the
Danes. Based on the study, it became evident that
charging infrastructure was crucial in order to support
the EV integration and battle ‘range anxiety’. This led us
to raise funding to invest in a strategic implementation of
the public charging network.
With the public charging network being implemented,
next step was to develop a solution for home owners in
order to bring charging to the doorstep of the consumers
by making sure that they would wake up to a fully
charged EV outside their door. After bringing charging to
the homes of consumers, it became evident that
transparency and ease of use was crucial in order to
continue the implementation of EVs. This led to the
product development of Clever Unlimited, marking a
new era of EV charging in Denmark and internationally
as well.
Currently, we are investing extensively in user-centred
digital and physical products and services, such as app,
website, IT infrastructure, upgrades to Unlimited,
partnerships with car brands and the UFC project.
industry and how is Clever serving to tackle them?
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Casper Kirketerp-Møller
CEO
Everything we do, we do to inspire
people to drive EVs – it’s the
brightest idea we know, and we
want to share it with the world.
Casper: Deep-rooted fossil-based
mind-sets and myths
surrounding the EV performance and
experience are barriers keeping the
mass of consumers from even trying
an EV. We are nuancing and
challenging those mind-sets and
myths by showing the value of e-
mobility through our partnerships,
and our user-centric products and
services as driving an EV is not only
more fun and a meaningful
experience – it’s also in most aspects
easier.
Compared to the situation in Norway,
Sweden and Netherlands, Danish
consumers, car dealers, leasing
companies and companies in general
are lacking economic motivation to
invest in EVs caused by swaying and
unstable Danish taxation politics on
the EV area. We are working together
with the industry to put pressure on
Danish politicians to ensure security
and confidence in the market.
What, according to you, is the
future of electric vehicles and what
role does Clever play in that?
Casper: The EV is a superior product
that will dominate the future of road-
based transport as a whole. In ten
years, 3 out of 4 new cars sold will
be EVs. And as long as there are EVs
around, we will be there to make sure
that driving and charging EV is
meaningful, easy and frictionless. No
matter if the car is autonomous, if
our costumers live in the city or on
the country, or they charge the car
while driving. We will continue to
put users first and make use of the
technologies and expertise available
to create the best possible user
experience.
About the Leader
Casper is e-mobility enthusiast to the
bone but rely deeply on the 50
dedicated co-workers of Clever as
the organization has a flat hierarchy
that empowers every co-worker to
make autonomous and smart
decisions in their everyday work.
Clever as a company has attracted
international attention and
recognition for the unique way of
designing the future of e-mobility
charging.
About the Company
Clever is the leading electric mobility
operator (EMO) in Scandinavia. It
provides charging solutions that
make it convenient, fast and safe for
its customers to charge their EV at
home, at workplaces and on the go. It
has established a nationwide network
of public charging stations in
Denmark, Sweden and Northern
Germany and delivers charging
solutions for all models of electric
cars. It is owned by two of
Denmark’s most innovative energy
companies, SEAS-NVE and NRGi,
who teamed up to create the
conditions for the electrification
of transportation.
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EO Charging is one of the UK’s leading electric
vehicle (EV) charger manufacturers. Founded in
2015, the company designs chargers for homes,
fleets and destinations – offering a holistic solution to all
types of EV drivers. In just three years, EO has grown
from a small operation in an old barn to a global EV
charging brand, now selling in 25 countries around the
world.
In an interview with Insights Success, Charlie Jardine,
Founder and CEO of the company, shares his
experience, company’s products and motto of the
organization along with the future goals in
revolutionizing the EV industry.
Below are the highlights of the interview conducted
between Charlie and Insights Success:
Give a brief overview of the company, its uniqueness
and its vision.
Charlie: EO Charging is one of the UK’s leading electric
vehicle charging manufacturers. We design chargers for
homes, fleets and destinations. We see EV chargers as
the first piece of the puzzle in helping consumers gain
energy independence – both in terms of generation and
storage.
by EO Charging?
Charlie: EO has a number of industry leading products
including the eoMini, the eoBasic and the eoGenius and
the eoHub.
The eoMini is currently the smallest fast charger on the
market and is fully customizable. It’s the perfect option
for electric vehicle drivers looking for a discreet and
easy-to-use charger.
Our eoBasic is a simple plug and play EV charger
available in 7-22kw options – perfect for the everyday
EV driver. Where we’re leading the industry is our
eoGenius charger – the most cost-effective, scalable
smart charging solution that allows fleet managers to
grow their charging infrastructure with ease. So how
does it work? Well, by connecting our eoGenius chargers
to the eoHub, a smart unit that connects up to 32
chargers, fleet managers and EV drivers get access to the
eoCloud, eoApp and all of our smart functionality.
By not having the smart hardware in each charger, fleet
managers or business owners don’t face large upfront
costs and are able to easily scale their charging
infrastructure as more and more electric vehicles are
purchased and enter their fleet.
Describe the experiences, achievements or lessons
learnt that have shaped the journey of the company.
Charlie: As with any startup, EO’s growth to date hasn’t
come without complications. The first EO charger was
designed and manufactured on Charlie’s Grandfather’s
farm – in fact, in an old pig shed! Fast forward three
years and the company now has a state-of-the-art
manufacturing facility in Stowmarket, Suffolk
employing over 15 people. One of the biggest hurdles for
EO has been keeping up with demand – the company to
date has manufactured around 4000 chargers and
currently sells in more than 25 countries around the
world!
industry and how is EO Charging serving to tackle
them?
Leadingthechargeforelectricvehicles
EO Charging:
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Charlie: One of the biggest problems
faced by the electric vehicle industry
is charging infrastructure. Currently
in the UK there aren’t enough
chargers to support the increasing
number of EVs on the road.
EO is working directly with both
consumers and businesses to ensure
they’re installing the most
appropriate, future-proof charging
solution.
What, according to you, is the
future of Electric Vehicles and
what role does EO Charging play
in that?
Charlie: We’re currently witnessing
the second automotive revolution -
ﬁrst the combustion engine took over
from the horse & cart, now electric
takes over from petrol & diesel.
We will soon be moving
out of the ‘early adopter’
stage of vehicle
electriﬁcation and soon
into the ‘early majority’
where everyday
consumers will embrace
EVs with open arms. EO
plays a vital role in
enabling this revolution
(or rEVolution, if you
will) and the company is
currently working on a
number of innovation
projects to prove the use
case for technologies like
Vehicle-to-Grid charging.
EO is currently working
alongside Innovate UK
and a consortium of UK
businesses and
organizations (including
EDF energy, Oxfordshire County
Council and Oxford University) to
develop a Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
charger. Once the technology is fully
developed, EVs will be able to
assist the grid at times of
sudden spikes in demand or
supply.
About the Leader:
EO was founded by 26-year-
old Charlie Jardine. Having
worked at a rival UK
manufacturer for a number of
years, Charlie made the decision to
setup the business with the mission
of building simple yet reliable EV
chargers.
Whilst Charlie is the youngest leader
within the industry, his focus to build
a brand and product that EV drivers
love has propelled him to the
forefront of the global EV revolution.
He is a driving force behind the
company’s sales, partnerships and is
constantly striving to ensure
EO stays at the forefront of
innovation in the sector.
EO is focused
on developing
charging
technology
that is simple
and reliable.
‘‘‘‘—Charlie Jardine
Founder & CEO
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Lithium-ion batteries:
Electrovaya was established in 1996 as a research
and development company focused on Lithium ion
technologies and manufacturing processes. In 2000,
it was listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: EFL)
and has continuously delivered cutting edge technology
projects for aerospace (NASA), automotive and personal
electronics. Overtime, it has developed key technologies for
fundamental cell and battery technology with more than
150 patents in these ﬁelds.
Recently, Electrovaya has concentrated on battery solutions
for heavy-duty applications requiring superior life cycle and
performance. It has successfully developed unique ultra-
long life cycle battery systems, which are particularly
designed for Materials Handling Electric Vehicles (MHEV).
Currently, it supplies major OEMs with specialized battery
module and systems. On the average, MHEVs and
passenger EVs run daily for around 10 hours and 2 hours,
respectively. Electrovaya s ultra-long life cycle technology’
is extremely suitable for these kinds of application.
Compared to vehicles powered with fuel, Electrovaya
powered vehicles can function well within 24 hours every
day under extreme temperature conditions with annual
mileage of 20,000km.
Customers and Emerging Markets
Six Fortune 500 companies in the logistics, e-commerce
and manufacturing sectors have started using Electrovaya
batteries for their forklift trucks, Material Handling Electric
Vehicles (MHEV) and Automated guided vehicles (AGV).
This emerging market generated around $3.3 million of
revenue from battery-operated deliveries mainly from
Walmart from the January to March 2018. Also, additional
purchase orders of $2.3 million were placed last June 2018.
Powering Electro-Mobility ince 1996
The current target markets are 1.5 million operational
MHEVs and approximately 160,000 new MHEVs placed in
North America last 2017 (Industrial Truck Association,
2017, Washington DC, USA).
Also, on 25th of July 2018, Electrovaya has successfully
delivered batteries to Walmart Canada’s distribution center.
This is a major milestone for Electrovaya and the Materials
Handling Industry, for it is one of the largest lithium-ion
installations in North America. Currently, Electrovaya’s
Lithium-ion batteries provide power to all MHEVs at this
distribution center.
Industry Outlook
Forklift truck sales in North America’s market continued
their unprecedented increase. The year 2017 marked the
third consecutive year of growth with more than 250,000
units sold, representing a 9.5% and 12.2% increase
compared to 2016 and 2015, respectively.
In addition, thousands to millions of electric powered
trucks are sold annually in the U.S. and worldwide. The
continuous increase in the number of battery-operated
trucks from the previous years’ shows the potential use and
lead of Electrovaya’s lithium-ion batteries in the trucking
industry.
To further introduce the technology and excellence of its
products and services to the world, Electrovaya joined the
Modex Expo 2018, which happened at Atlanta, GA. In this
occasion, the company showcased the lithium ion batteries
that are widely used in the materials handling sector.
Given the tremendous success of Electrovaya in the
previous years, what really sets it apart from the other
battery providers?
Electrovaya
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Raj Das Gupta
Vice President of Business Development
Electrovaya
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Expert’s Forsights

To elaborate on what makes it one of the leading brands for
powering electro-mobility, enumerated below are the
benefits from utilizing Electrovaya’s technology.
• Reduced costs and increased productivity of charging
Based on observation, there was an increase in the
productivity of the forklift truck drivers due to opportunistic
and fast charging. Lead acid battery can function for 8
hours but also needs to be charged for 8 hours. Meanwhile,
Electrovaya battery can be charged opportunistically during
break times, which increases its run time. The use of
advance connector system removed arching or any fire
hazards.
Ÿ Reduced maintenance costs
Electrovaya batteries do not require additional distilled
water, switching, cleaning and maintenance. These
advantages, made the maintenance costs of Electrovaya
batteries 59% cheaper than Lead acid batteries.
For instance, Watering System Maintenance and Acid
Containment Spill Kit cost 135 USD annually for each
truck with lead acid batteries compared to Electrovaya
batteries with maintenance cost of only 45 USD for cable
replacements and remote monitoring.
Ÿ Safety is our priority
Electrovaya batteries are built using the safest technology,
which has been continuously improved overtime. Once
installed, this battery can be recharged similar a cellular
phone. Hence, it removes the danger involved in removing
and handling of batteries, which are necessary in lead acid
battery charging.
Last year, no accidents were recorded on the usage on
forklift trucks with Electrovaya batteries.
Ÿ Capital expenditure
Lithium battery is always criticized about its high initial
cost, wherein Electrovaya battery system is twice the cost
of the lead acid batteries. However, Electrovaya batteries
last twice longer than lead acid batteries due its 9000 life
cycle. This is the result of the collective efforts of the
company’s engineers who filed more than 150 patents under
the Lithium cell technology. Therefore, after 6 years, the
total investments of both types of batteries are the same.
Also, if both batteries will be on a lease, the monthly lease
expenses will also be similar due to longer lease period on
Electrovaya batteries.
Future Perspective
Electrovaya’s vision is to be the leader in critical and highly
intensive applications. Its extensive line of products and
worldwide partnerships helps it to lead the industry. Aside
from the six Fortune 500 companies, MNCs have also
purchased from Electrovaya and many are still exploring
the benefits of using this technology in keeping their
companies transform and grow.
Reliability of Electrovaya
A testimony from the warehouse manager of a leading e-
commerce company stated that Electrovaya was very
efficient in switching the batteries, particularly in installing
the Lithium-ion batteries. Since then, the company has
reported reduced energy and maintenance costs, while there
was an increase in the labor productivity.
This shows that Electrovaya continues to be one of the
leading companies in this industry. Electrovaya has been
continuously providing unwavering high quality
technologies and services to the people since 1996.
Raj Das Gupta has worked with
Electrovaya previously as Director of
Research and later as Vice President of
Energy Storage. Raj is responsible for
managing and increasing Electrovaya’s
sales for both its stationary and
automotive energy storage systems, as
well as developing Electrovaya's
strategy for technology licensing and
business partnerships. Raj attended
Imperial College, London;
Massachusetts Institute of
Technology; and the University of
Cambridge, where he received his
Doctorate in Materials Science.
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An Energized Approach Shaping the EVs’ Market
EVBox
The demand of electric vehicles has significantly
increased over the last decade. Vehicle owners
around the globe are switching from gas stations to
an electrical outlet to fuel their vehicles. When the market
for electric vehicles (EVs) was still in its initial stages
Amsterdam based company, made its breakthroughEVBox
in the year 2010. A techie at heart, EVBox’s co-founders
identified the importance of having a connected charging
infrastructure at an early stage. With this mindset, the
company throve and expanded to several countries in
Europe and North America, while building diverse electric
vehicle charging solutions for home, business, commercial
and public charging.
An Elite Electric Vehicle Institution
EVBox is the leading global manufacturer of electric
vehicle charging stations and charging management
software. With an installed base of over 50,000 charging
points across more than 980 cities worldwide, EVBox
drives sustainable mobility, by bringing leading electric
vehicle charging solutions to the world.
In 2014, Gilde Equity Management Benelux became
EVBox’s new major shareholder to help EVBox expand
internationally. EVBox’s strong market position in the
Dutch industry, promising customer base and range of
expertise, as well as the exponential growth of electric
vehicle sales around the world, enticed Gilde to invest
heavily in its expansion plans.
In 2017, EVBox was acquired by ENGIE Digital, who
identified EVBox as a disruptive, leading clean tech
company making a difference in the fast growing industry
of electric mobility. Today, EVBox moves forward as a
strong leading brand perfecting its original recipe of a
second generation of hardware and software that are energy
efficient, future proof, and easy to use.
A Versatile Leadership
The insightful leadership of EVBox’s CEO, Kristof
Vereenooghe, is the motoring factor behind its remarkable
success. Kristof is a seasoned entrepreneur with SaaS cloud
software expertise with a track record in driving
international growth. His innovative, entrepreneurial and
versatile behavior has successfully resulted in building
many teams and companies. Prior to joining EVBox,
Kristof has extensively contributed at various startups that
have now become the key players within their industries,
such as Bynder, LUMA Marketing Technologies, Eclipse
International and Xeikon.
Charging Solutions with Uncompromising Quality and
Reliability
EVBox believes that its charging solutions maximize the
return on investment while minimizing costs. From the
installation and online integration of every station, to the
tracking and billing of all charging sessions it helps
everyone in operating and managing their charging stations
with ease and efficiency.
Powered by durable components and intelligent software,
EVBox’s charging stations are compatible with every
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electric vehicle, now and in the future.
Its broad range of solutions includes
home charging stations, business
charging stations, public charging
stations, charging management, charge
cards, and accessories.
Determined to Provide Flexible and
Scalable Solutions
EVBox came up with its latest
innovations which involves home
charging station ‘Elvi’ and charging
management platform ‘Everon’.
Elvi is the first charging station from
the new generation EVBox designed
for every electric car with its
upgradable and future-proof features. It
has charging capacity that ranges from
3.7 kW to 22 kW. Elvi is durable,
smart, and simple design that can track
and invoice charging sessions. Its
compatibility with every electric car
makes it easy to use, install, and
upgrade. Whereas, Everon is a widely
customizable platform that helps every
charging point operator to easily
manage and control all charging
sessions, costs, and power
consumption. From lease drivers and
charging stations, to parking facilities
and commercial fleets, Everon is
forever flexible and scalable.
In addition, EVBox tries to shape the
future of mobility by hosting its own
annual conference and network event
rEVolution. rEVolution is the annual
networking and idea- sharing
conference for the e-mobility industry.
Each year, the sector’s finest gather in
Amsterdam for a full day of inspiring
presentations and conversations aimed
at deliberating the ways to accelerate
the adoption of sustainable mobility. In
2018, the event brought together 514
experts from 32 countries to debate on
above deliberation. It is estimated that
the year 2019 will see up to 1000 e-
mobility experts & professionals
coming together to discuss the future
of mobility.
Unfolding the Uncertain Knowledge
of Electric Vehicles
According to EVBox expertise,
knowledge among consumers (drivers)
and businesses that are uncertain about
how to prepare for electric mobility is
a substantial challenge in the EV
industry. For instance, many fleet
managers, retail outlets or hotels are
unsure about changing their parking
offerings to be set for electric vehicles.
Hence, EVBox envisions being a
knowledge partner and inspiration for
all the stakeholders, by visiting many
different regional & global events and
publicly sharing insights on the future
of the industry. In addition to this, the
company also writes qualitative articles
and whitepapers to educate people
about the industry and its current
trends.
A Vision of Emission-Free Future
EVBox envisions a future where
everyday transport is electric,
emission-free, and sustained by a green
charging infrastructure. Climate
change is forcing the company to take
action in favor of the occurrence of the
full-hearted adoption of electric
vehicles or rEVolution as EVBox likes
to call it. Its role will be to provide the
smart and scalable charging solutions
around the world and advising
governments, cities, OEMs and
companies through this rEVolution.
As a fast-growing scale-up
within the beating heart of
the clean tech industry,
our job is to accelerate
the transition towards a
zero emissions future.
—Kristof Vereenooghe
CEO
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Smarter
Energy Grids
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Human beings have always looked up to nature and
made efforts to learn from its basic principles.
Sonars were inspired by dolphins, light bulbs by
fireflies, suction cups by octopus and robots itself to
replicate human beings. One such instance that has been
enthused by microorganisms is distributed ledger
technology (DLT), widely known as blockchain.
“The blockchain is an incorruptible digital ledger of
economic transactions that can be programmed to record
not just financial transactions but virtually everything of
value.”
-Don & Alex Tapscott.
It records transactions between two clients without any
third party authentication which is an efficient process when
it comes to stable data. Blockchain provides data
management without the threat of unauthorized access or
manipulations. It is proving to be a solution for frequent
problems in various fields. Blockchain technology has the
capability to disrupt approximately every industry ranging
from finance, to education to power.
Blockchain Technology in Smarter Grids
One of the areas in the energy industry where blockchain
technology can disrupt the market is smart grids. Lately,
blockchain has been well-thought-out as one of the
developing technologies that can be used for developing
decentralized grid topologies and revising the distributed
management of energy businesses. Blockchain database is
shared by all the nodes in the system. A node is an active
device which can be connected to internet and has an IP
address. Examples of devices include computers, tablets,
phones and even printers. The job of a node is to upkeep the
network by maintaining a copy of the blockchain and
process transactions.
Benefits of Blockchain in Smarter Grids
Blockchain can aid numerous utility industry requirements.
It can act as a foundation stone with the possibility of
disrupting the prevailing ecosystem. With the promotion for
e-vehicles and individuals shifting to electric cars, supply
and demand of energy needs to keep pace. Here blockchain
comes in the scenario with its peer-to-peer interconnectivity
and sharing. This balances the demand from several
foundations and makes the grid smarter by directing
sharing.
As there are small and compact smart grids, consumers with
the help of blockchain can simply trade energy with one
another thus saving time and earning a few dollars. In the
power industry, blockchain technology can ensure a 5D
Impact: decentralization, digitization, democratization,
distribution and deregulation.
Smart Meters
Smart meters are used to record electrical usage. These
meters enable us to monitor our electrical consumption
more precisely which will help consumers make better
energy choices. Through blockchain, clients can directly get
the amount spent which eradicates middleman thus saving
money. This creates a more resilient network for gadgets to
run on. Smart meters can also provide accurate data to the
provider without needing a direct link to the meter of
particular users.
With the help of blockchain, producers of smart grids do
not have to invest a humongous amount. Here the producers
get paid instantly, which leads to less capital expenditure.
Besides this, blockchain can play a serious role in adjusting
power flows through the amalgamation and optimization of
local grids measured by the public or consortium modes. It
can aid in the maintenance of permanent records by
servicers, giving a flawless view of a particular object or
part of infrastructure at any given time. This information
can be retrieved easily as the structure is built on a shared
platform, while retaining the authenticity of the record.
While the possible benefits of the Smart Grid are usually
discussed in terms of renewable energy goals, economics
and national security, it has the potential to help save
money by managing your electricity usage and choosing the
best times to purchase electricity. Consumers can save even
more by generating their power with the help of blockchain.
Lately, due to the speedy growth in the deployment of
DEPs the smart grid organization problems can no longer
be proficiently addressed using centralized approaches,
thus, the necessity for visionary decentralized
methodologies and architectures is widely recognized.
It is assessed that the blockchain technology will add
another $3.1 trillion by 2030. Lately, due to the speedy
growth in the deployment of DEPs the smart grid
organization problems can no longer be proficiently
addressed using centralized approaches, thus, the necessity
for visionary decentralized methodologies and architectures
is widely recognized.
Lastly, blockchain technology may eventually fast-track the
evolution to what the power industry calls a “distributed
world.” It is the sum of both small and large power-
generation structures for communities, businesses and
home. To prosper in capitalizing the potential of distributed
generation and supervising less foreseeable and more
capricious renewable power sources, the trade's
infrastructure must first become more agile and less
centralized.
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Addressing the Growing Demand for Charging Solutions
IES Synergy:
With the evolving disruption in Automotive
Industry, Electric Vehicles (EV) market is
powering up on a top gear. However, the
charging infrastructure is the backbone of the EV industry.
One of the leading companies addressing the growing
demand for EV charging solutions is .IES Synergy
In an interview with Insights Success, the andPresident
CEO Jean-Michel Cornille, shares his experiences on
leading IES Synergy and uncovers his insights on taking the
company to the next level.
Give a brief overview of the company, its uniqueness
and its vision.
Jean-Michel: IES, which stands for Intelligent Electronic
Systems, is a leading company recognized for advanced
electric vehicle battery charging solutions. Founded more
than 26 years ago, IES has created a high expertise for
designing and manufacturing high frequency battery
chargers at the edge of the technology. First engaged on the
industrial vehicle market, where the company has
developed a complete range of on-board chargers
recognized by top leading industrial actors in the world, it
has also actively participated to the emergence of the
electric passenger vehicle market. Participating with key
German car manufacturers on the development of the CCS
Combo protocol, IES has been one of the pioneers
developing leading-edge fast charging solutions for electric
cars. Creator of the KEYWATTTM technology, IES has
expanded its presence to many regions in the world, with
more than 4,500 chargers deployed in the world.
What are the cutting-edge products/services offered by
IES Synergy?
Jean-Michel: We offer 3 key cutting-edge products for
external fast chargers:
Ÿ Mobile charging solutions: Easy to move and easy to
connect, the Trolley and the Cube, with their
interchangeable cables, are solid solutions for car
manufacturers, for testing new EV cars in development.
Dependable, they are also used to charge batteries at the
end of EV manufacturing lines. Built from years of
experience of IES mastering EV protocols, those
products have been used by many prestigious car
makers all over the world, to make sure their new
models will provide a perfect compliance with
protocols.
Ÿ DC universal Wallbox for all EV cars: Offering unique
compact design and delivering true 22/24kW to any EV
on the market, the IES multi-standard wallbox provides
the most universal and economic solution for charging
at destination. With its compact design, the KEYWATT
wallbox can be installed in less than two hours, either on
a wall or on a pedestal. Its rated 22kW (AC) or 24kW
(DC) output power will charge most EV cars typically in
about one hour, independently of their protocols
(Combo, CHAdeMO and/or AC Type 2), at a fraction of
the cost of more expensive 50kW solutions. Based on a
unique design without air filter, its maintenance needs
are greatly reduced. Its customizable front panel & user
menu makes it an ideal solution for providing fast
charging points at shopping centers, restaurants, parking
areas or for any work places or enterprise fleet.
Ÿ Charging Station for eBuses: It is a 50kW station
specifically designed for charging eBuses in depot. With
an optimized surface footprint and a unique hermetic
design, the new IES station for eBus is perfect for use in
depot environment, whose implantation is facilitated,
maintenance needs greatly reduced and service
continuity optimized. Three stations can be also
coupled, as its paralleling kit enables the possibility to
charge up to 150kW.
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We have achieved
wide recognition as a
technology leader and
a proven supplier
of innovative
charging solutions.
Describe the experiences, achievements or lessons learnt that
has shaped the journey of the company.
Jean-Michel: Always at the edge of the technology, IES has
capitalized on the many steps the automotive market has taken so
far. Combining high expertise in HF Power electronics and a true
innovation spirit, IES was at the core of the moments that shaped
the industry. Being at the earlier steps of the electrification trend
seen 25 years on industrial vehicles, being at the earliest stage of
the development of the CCS protocol, or chosen by FIA for
charging their racecars, all those experiences resulted in the birth of
the KEYWATTTM technology, used and recognized by many
leading actors on the market.. Trademark of IES, KEYWATTTM
has been selected as the core solution of many charging
infrastructure actors in Europe, North America, and more recently
in China through our joint venture created with WANMA in 2015
thanks to the support of our main shareholder, EURAZEO. In
January 2018, within a capital increase, The NEXANS Group
joined IES as a new shareholder, bringing additional means to
accelerate its development.
What are the challenges faced by electric vehicles industry and
how is IES Synergy serving to tackle them?
Jean-Michel: The adoption of electric vehicles by our citizens is
tightly linked to the availability of a well dimensioned charging
infrastructure network. New forms of transit will also appear, such
as car sharing or zero emission public mass transport, in order to
fight against pollution issues and congested city center access. IES
has developed unique compact and cost-economic solutions based
on its KEYWATT technology, to greatly facilitate the deployment
of fast charging infrastructure in our cities, either for individual or
mass transport. At IES, we believe fast and economic chargers to be
spread in public and commercial environment will be the most
essential solution.
Another barrier seen by the users is linked to the autonomy and the
cost of the vehicles. But relentless progress in battery technology
push the density up and the cost down, making vehicles more
affordable with a larger autonomy. As of today, new
generation of EV are announced with 500-600 km autonomy.
About the Leader
Graduated from Ecole Polytechnique & Ecole Nationale des
Ponts et Chaussées, Jean-Michel Cornille joined IES in
March 2015. He spent most of his career in Telecom or
Electronic Industry, in Executive Management positions
within large international companies, such as President of
ALCATEL Mobile Solutions Division, Executive Vice-
President of AREVA T&D Automation and Senior Vice-
President of ALSTOM Grid Power Electronics & Automation
.Jean-Michel brings his high level executive management
experience in leading IES to take it on a next level.
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Jean-Michel Cornille
President & CEO
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Delivering Top-notch Thermal Management Solutions
KULR Technology:
Just like the vehicles themselves, the electric
vehicle (EV) market will only go as far as batteries
take it.
That means that electric vehicle technology and battery
technology are not just linked, they are one in the same –
few advances in EVs will be possible without advances
in batteries. Adding range, power, advanced cabin
features, faster charging and enhanced safety all require
better batteries.
That’s why the breakthrough work that KULR
Technology Group, Inc. (OTCQB: KUTG) is doing is
so vital to EVs and the market. In ongoing testing,
KULR’s newly engineered carbon fiber cooling systems
and materials co-designed with NASA for space flight
are proving to make batteries not just more efficient but
safer.
KULR’s core technology is a flexible and exceptionally
lightweight fabric material that looks and feels like
velvet but is made from pure carbon fiber – the most
efficient conductor of heat energy on earth. For engineers
and system designers the fiber’s flexibility, low contact
pressure requirements, weight, and optimum cooling
efficiency are game changers that allow them to manage
or mitigate heat in ways that simply were not possible
just a year ago.
For EVs, better heat management solutions are crucial
because old legacy heat solutions such as fans, water
pumps, reservoirs, and metal heat plates are heavy and
bulky. When you’re burning gas perhaps hauling around
150 pounds of cooling pumps and fans doesn’t matter.
But for EVs where less weight translates into more
power and farther range, it really matters. And it’s not
just for motors and drive components – KULR’s fiber
solutions can manage the heat of the EV batteries
themselves.
That’s a big deal because of the power demands that can
consume an EV battery. Imagine, for example, starting
your EV, in 110-degree desert heat, running the air
conditioning, running satellite GPS and navigation
systems and the drive train – all from a battery that, if it
gets too hot, will just shut down, or worse. In conditions
like that, keeping that battery cool isn’t just important,
it’s essential.
As more demanding systems such as self-driving or
collision avoidance technologies are added to cars, heat
management will become even more critical. Not only
will these new systems demand more power from
batteries but their sensitive electronics and lasers, the
lynchpin of self-driving technology LIDAR, will degrade
as they overheat.
“Innovation isn’t always about doing the impossible,”
said Dr.Timothy Knowles, CTO of KULR Technology
and a veteran of space thermal management technology.
“Many times, the most significant innovations and
advances come from solving the most obvious and most
common problems. For many technologies, and
especially for EVs, heat and power efficiency are
constant and serious problems and our technology
provides the most serious answer.”
But it turns out using carbon fiber to efficiently cool
batteries and high-technology EV components can have
even more important benefits when done correctly. In
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Dr.Timothy Knowles
CTO
We use innovative space
technology to transform the
world of electronics, batteries
and electric vehicles and
make electronics cooler,
lighter and safer.
testing with NASA for crewed space flight, KULR’s
carbon fiber can be configured to stop dangerous battery
fires and explosions.
The safety assembly, known as the KULR Thermal
Runaway Shield (TRS), has been proven to contain the
potentially catastrophic impacts of thermal runaway
where the failure of a single lithium-ion battery cell can
trigger a neighboring one and so on in a chain reaction
explosion.
It’s not necessary to be an EV scientist to know that
limiting or preventing battery fires is a major concern for
EV makers – and drivers. Eventually, fire safety systems
like KULR’s TRS may be standard in all EVs – not just
cars but boats, trains, construction equipment, space and
aerospace vehicles and drones. Really, anything with a
battery that moves.
If anything is more sensitive than cars in balancing the
needs of space and weight with battery power, it’s
drones. Drones have to be lighter, deploy more power, go
faster, and being airborne, have even less risk for failure.
That’s why, to test and prove their space-designed carbon
cooling fiber, KULR has partnered with drone designers,
engineers and racers at DR1 – the fastest, most
technologically demanding drone racing circuit. Starting
this year, KULR will be the DR1 Technology Partner.
And what KULR proves in the air will find its way to the
road.
“It’s a kind of natural evolution,” CTO, Dr.Timothy
Knowles, said. “Our carbon fiber was designed for space
and has been used in more than 100 applications for
places like Mars and the international space station.
Now, we’re making drones lighter, faster and safer and
we’re already testing our products for more earth-bound
vehicles such as cars and trucks – working our way
down so to speak.”
If KULR can crack the EV heat problem -- adding to
battery efficiency all while making those batteries safer,
it would be difficult to over-state the potential
contribution to EVs. Consumers are unlikely to turn in
the keys to their gas-powered cars and pick up ones for
EVs until those alternatives go as far, as fast, as reliably
as easily. Doing that will require batteries that are safer
and more efficient and KULR may just hold the keys
to that.
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Shaping the Future
for the Better
Founded in 2007 with a belief in open
collaboration and co-creation, Local Motors
by LMI is a ground mobility company that is
focused on shaping the future for the better. Since its
foundation, Local Motors began low volume vehicle
manufacturing of open-source designs using multiple
microfactories. Currently, Local Motors by LMI harnesses the
technology of direct digital manufacturing (3D-Printing) to create
innovative, scalable solutions.
Local Motors utilizes the power of the Launch Forth by LMI co-creation
community of nearly 200,000 online members from around the world as well as utilizes
Direct Digital Manufacturing and 3D-Printing within micro-factories to create products
rapidly and efficiently while being able to provide customers the ability to customize and integrate
new technologies with ease.
Visionary Leaders
LM Industries Group, Inc., the parent company of Local Motors, is headed by CEO, Jay Rogers. He is
widely recognized as a visionary in the automotive, manufacturing and technology space. Jay Rogers is a
highly sought-after speaker, engaging and provoking forward thinking around the world in a variety of
venues. Jay believes in candor, action, responsibility and excellence throughout the organization. Rogers
founded Local Motors after serving for seven years in the United States Marine Corps, where he was an
Infantry Company Commander. He has worked as a consultant for McKinsey & Co., as an investment
analyst at Ewing & Partners, and at a startup medical device company in the People’s Republic of China.
He serves as the Chief Investment Officer and Director of the RBR Foundation, a philanthropic
foundation focused on education and healthcare. A graduate of Princeton University’s Woodrow Wilson
School of Public and International Affairs, Rogers holds a Masters in Business Administration from
Harvard Business School (Baker Scholar).
Matthew Rivett is the Executive Vice President of Local Motors and a leading force in automotive
innovation. Matthew was a critical contributor to the development and manufacturing of Olli, the first
Matt Rivett
Executive Vice President
Local
Motors:
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ever self-driving shuttle. In
collaboration with key stakeholders
to raise funds and create innovative
manufacturing processes, Matthew,
oversaw the opening of Local Motors
first international facility, and
expanding the business to ensure
further development of Olli. Before
working on the Olli, Matthew
produced the world’s first 3D printed
vehicle called the Strati. Through his
efforts in Program Management,
crowd sourcing and collaborations
with the Oakridge National Lab and
Cincinnati Machine tools, the Strati
became a reality.
Thinking out of the Box
With its experience in the industry,
Local Motors has learned that in
order to be at the forefront of any
industry transformation, it takes a
dedicated team who thinks outside
the box, not just in business, but in
everyday life. The organization has
learned that in order to succeed,
failures are not only understood, but
anticipated and dissected to learn
from our mistakes and create better
products.
“Mass manufacturing is a relic of a
past era. We’re in the middle of a
mobility revolt where current modes
of transportation are not sustainable
and do not match up with rapidly
changing consumer preferences. We
can’t keep producing products the
same way in which we’ve been
accustomed. The world is moving too
fast for traditional manufacturing to
keep up. We are on a mission to
transform mass manufacturing to
micromanufacturing in order to
match the new pace of technology
and quickly changing consumer
needs.”- asserts CEO, Jay
Rogers.
Tackling Challenges and
Preparing for Better Future
Local Motors believes, like
with any new technology,
there’s always a rate of
adaption of which to be
mindful. The rate of adaption
can significantly affect the
supply chain, both in cost of
components/parts, but also in
availability.
Local Motors strives to
constantly develop and
integrate new technologies
from a variety of companies to
ensure it always has the best,
most effective and productive
components. This enables the
company to make changes
quickly, as the industry changes
at a rapid pace. The
organization also believes that
it has to be flexible, constantly
planning for the future and the
uncertainties. Local Motors aims to
produce safe, quality, efficient
products for its customers while
creating a sustainable environment
not only for today, but tomorrow as
well.
Recently, the world has seen an
immense demand for vehicles with
an alternative energy source,
particularly electric vehicles in
today’s market. Local Motors
continues to research, test and
develop the electrification of vehicles
and systems. As a firm believer in
open-source technology, the
company believes in working
collectively to bring the best vehicles
to the consumers in the most
effective way. As more companies
invest and utilize electrification, the
cost of these new technologies begins
to reduce, allowing all to invest in
the next generation of technology
together.
At Local Motors
by LMI, we believe
that the best and
brightest ideas can,
and should, come
from anyone and
anywhere, not
just from within
the organization.
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Charging:
Future of Green Automotive
Wireless
Till now we have witnessed about wireless
charging for electronic gadgets and devices
only, but now we can also charge electric bikes,
cars and buseswirelessly. Imagine that, we are driving
on highway and our car’s battery drains. Now, instead of
finding a fuel pump, electric power source, adapter,
cable, etc. we just have to stop or park our car on
wireless charging platform for short time, available at
any shopping complex or food malls, again no need to
come-out of the car, besides anyone’s assistance. This is
really an amazing idea and this is going to true.
History
Electromagnetic Induction, which dates to inventors such
as Michael Faraday in the year 1831 and Joseph Henry
in the year 1832. Faraday was the first to publish the
results of his experiments. Nikola Tesla utilized
electromagnetic energy to transmit the power between
two coils in the early 1900s.
Faraday’s law of induction is a basic law of
electromagnetism forecasting how a magnetic field will
interact with an electric circuit and produces an
electromotive force (EMF)—a phenomenon called
electromagnetic induction. It is the fundamental working
principle of transformers, inductors, and many types of
electrical motors, generators, solenoids and wireless
charging.
Functioning
Working of wireless charging is nearly same as ‘electric
transformer’, but difference is in application
only—Transformers are used to increase or decrease the
alternating voltages in electric power applications
through electromagnetic induction and Wireless Charger
are used to transfer energy between two objects using
electromagnetic field.
How exactly it Works
Electric vehicle (EV) with wireless charging is having
secondary coil fitted at bottom of vehicle and primary
coil is securely installed on ground (i.e. charging
platform).
The basic wireless charging system needs two coils. The
primary coil, encased in a pad that sits on the floor of a
garage or parking platform, is connected to a power
source. Alternating current flows from an outlet into the
coil, set up an electromagnetic field that enables the
power to jump to a secondary coil in a pad attached to
the bottom of the vehicle. When the vehicle parks in the
proper position over the primary coil pad, an indicator
light goes on and charging begins. The two coils must be
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facing within about 8 inches of each other for effective
charging.
Pre-eminence over Cable Charging
Wireless Charging gives a convenient, safe, and reliable
way to charge and power electrical vehicles at home, in
the workplace and in industry. Wireless power maintains
safe, continuous, and reliable transfer of power for all
types of electric vehicles.
Wireless charging eliminates the use of physical
connectors and cables. It provides a number of
efficiency, cost and safety pre-eminence over the
traditional charging cable. This make possible to install it
anywhere like; on the side of highways, parking lots,
malls, multiplexes, toll plazas, etc.
Experts predict more powerful wireless stations will be
like to appear at office buildings, shopping centers and
restaurants. When anyone parks vehicle at office or at
restaurant it will get charged automatically in that space
of time.
Due to this effortless frequent power availability and
safety, a vehicle does not need large batteries unlike for
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conventional cable charging. It makes vehicle light and
compact, that tends to increase overall efficiency of
vehicle.
Plug-in stations can be easily damaged in crowded metro
cities. A number of municipalities have reported
problems that thieves have cut EV charging cables to
steal the copper from the wires. High-powered Level 3
stations, also called DC fast-charge, have large cables,
which make them even more attractive to thieves.
“Imagine wireless electric-vehicle charging being as easy
and widespread as Wi-Fi is today,” said Chris Borroni-
Bird, former director of advanced technology vehicle
concepts for General Motors and who is a vice president
of strategic development at Qualcomm Technologies.
Implementation is in Progress
Wireless charging technology is almost ready for the big
stage. It is on the verge of initial deployment, starting
from the Mercedes-Benz S500e plug-in hybrid sedan
next year. They plan to fit wireless charging on the
S500e plug-in hybrid sedan in 2017.
BMW is also working together with
Mercedes-Benz on the technology, to
develop a wireless charging system for its i3
electric vehicle and i8 plug-in hybrid. A prototype
test version, made by Qualcomm technologies, is
already in use in the BMW i8 safety car in the Formula E
electric-vehicle race series. Qualcomm has exhibited its
Halo system in various vehicles, including the Drayson
B12/69 electric racing car.
Evatran’s Plugless aftermarket system is now
commercially available for the LEAF and the Volt, and a
Model S-compatible version is likely to come. Several
major automakers have indicated that they’re working on
offering wireless charging for future EVs. Tesla is also
on the way of introducing its EV’s with wireless
charging.
It is also already being piloted by some community bus
systems. Buses need to take number of stoppage in city.
A wireless charger can be installed on a stopping
platform— tends to reduce size of batteries— will
improve efficiency electric bus.
Wireless charging technology is really amazing as
invention of electric current. It is interesting to see how it
will put back the conventional fossil fuel powered
vehicle with clean, green, safe, silent and efficient
electric vehicles with wireless charging for healthy
future of planet Earth.
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The electric vehicle industry has made it possible for
the world to have an alternative over the fuel
powered vehicles and is evolving ceaselessly.
These cars have become easy to maintain and recharge, can
run on higher speed and are safe to drive. Many countries
have initiated the manufacturing of Electric Vehicles (Evs).
China is leading the EV market accounting for 50% of
global sales. Specific to the industry, it is vital for
manufacturers to use the energy effectively for the vehicles
to be efficient. There are many companies in the industry
developing innovative solutions ready for the electric
vehicle revolution. . One of them is OVO Energy.
Founded by Stephen Fitzpatrick in 2009, OVO Energy is
the UK’s largest independent energy supplier. OVO
Energy’s success lies in combining digital technology and
human insights to completely transform consumers
understanding and relationship with energy. Its aim is to
make energy greener, simpler and easier for customers. In
2016, OVO was awarded the title of the World’s Best
Energy Brand.
Moving beyond energy retail, through new products and
services, OVO is now addressing some of the society’s
biggest and most complex challenges such as climate
change, increasing renewable energy availability, urban air
pollution, integrating electric vehicles onto the power grid
and optimizing battery chemistry to avoid degradation.
When OVO was launched, it brought great service, clear
information, and honesty into a market dominated by the
Big Six energy suppliers. The company is looking at the
bigger picture with its plans. It believes that advancements
in technology have the power to solve some of the world’s
biggest and most pressing problems and aims to use it
achieve the same. OVO is blending energy with smart
technology to bring their customers new propositions, great
service and renewable electricity.
Surpassing Efficiency
OVO Energy has over 850,000 retail customers offering
standard tariffs with 33% renewable energy and a green tariff
offering 100% renewable energy. However, over the past year
it has moved beyond retail energy. Their world leading
intelligent platform VCharge can securely connect to a range
of flexible device types like electric vehicle chargers and
optimises a range of real-time market signals to determine
when to take action. To help realise the potential of VCharge,
the company has launched the world’s first Vehicle-to-Grid
electric vehicle charger, slashing consumers energy bills and
helping balance the grid at times of peak demand. OVO has
also launched its electric vehicle Smart Charger.
There is also a smart app to control V2G charger in more
ways than one. Which means, the user can set charging
schedule with the option to overridethem for unexpected
journeys. The user will also be able to set minimum charge
levels, and see live charging updates i.e. when the car is
discharging or charging – so the user will always be ready
to go, plus, keep a close eye on things by viewing
historical charging data.
In the new world of distributed generation and storage,
OVO believes energy technology will evolve at the same
pace as consumer electronics, completely transforming the
world’s second largest industry and rendering most
existing business models obsolete.
The leader’s Tale
Stephen Fitzpatrick is the CEO and Founder of OVO
Energy. One of UK’s most successful entrepreneurs, in ten
years Stephen has built a business that now serves over 1m
customers with over £1bn in revenues. Since launching the
company in 2009, Stephen has remained at the helm,
building a team of over 1000 people and picking up
countless awards along the way, including UK’s
Entrepreneur of the Year in 2014.
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Fair prices,
award-winning
service, renewable
electricity, and an
ethical approach.
Prior to OVO, Stephen worked for JP Morgan and Societe
Generale. Stephen is a Business graduate from the
University of Edinburgh.
Embracing Challenges
As more consumers choose electric vehicles, the potential
for large spikes in electricity demand increases
dramatically. If the world wants a green future, companies
need to ﬁnd smart charging solutions capable of
integrating growing numbers of electric vehicles onto the
network without compromising energy security. OVO
believes the Vehicle-to-Grid platform is a part of the
solution to shift all non-urgent charging to oﬀ peak
periods as well as allow cars to act as a reserve power
source for the home and grid.
Future Ready
It is projected that there will be 1 million electric
vehicles in the UK by 2020-22. One million
electric vehicles would require nearly 2 TWh of
energy each year, equating to more than £300m
worth of electricity. The electric vehicle
revolution will happen sooner than it is
expected and OVO’s role is to make sure
products and services are ready. In order to
have a successful integration of electric
vehicles onto the power grids, it’s essential
that energy companies, the network operators
and automakers collaborate. This means
working together to avoid putting
unnecessary constraints on the grid, to enable
electric vehicle drivers to charge their vehicles
using renewable energy and to help save them
money.
Stephen Fitzpatrick
CEO & Founder
OVO Energy
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The Need for Change
Few people would disagree that our world stands at a precipice. Humankind’s
drive to build bigger and more ostentatious symbols of wealth and power,
coupled with unfettered consumerism has pushed the planet to the very edge.
However, all is not lost… yet.
As awareness of the dire situation grows, more individuals and companies are
investing their time, energy and innovative skills into making a diﬀerence. One
of those companies is Wallbox, which manufactures state-of-the-art charging
systems for Electric Vehicles (Evs).
Vehicles that consume fossil fuels are among the largest single contributors to
the pollution of the atmosphere. Electric vehicles emerged as the obvious
solution to this problem a few decades ago and garnered a favorable reception
from the public.
However, the lack of a reliable charging infrastructure to support EVs as a
viable transportation option has forestalled what could be one of the most
massive shifts in consumer behavior that we have ever known.
Wallbox seeks to address this shortcoming and pave the way for EVs to
become the obvious - and dependable - choice for every responsible individual.
Envisioning a Better World
Headquartered in Barcelona, the company was established in 2015 by Enric
Asunción, CEO. Enric is an engineer with extensive experience in software and
productdevelopment.
The idea for Wallbox came to him while he was working at Tesla. The focus of his
work there revolved around simplifying and streamlining the charging process for
EV owners; the experience did not only give him piercing insight into their
motivations for choosing green vehicles but also the barriers that dissuaded
others.
Enric realized that massive potential existed for the industry to expand if current
and prospective owners had access to a superior charging solution. Wallbox is the
culmination of many years of in-depth research and an inspired desire to use
consumer-centricinnovationtocreateagreener,cleanerworld.
Smarter and Faster Charging
for Electric Vehicles
Enric Asunción
CEO
Wallbox Chargers
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