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EVgo and Delta to Co-Develop Next-Generation Charging Architecture

Taylor Graham — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 17:00:25 +0000

EVgo Inc. announced a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) with its long-time technology partner, Delta Electronics, Inc., to co-develop next-generation EV charging architecture. This advanced system will give EVgo greater control over the customer experience, improve reliability, and offer enhanced cost savings and energy efficiency.

Under the agreement, EVgo and Delta will expand their years-long collaboration to develop a state-of-the-art charging architecture focused on the customer experience. This will include several design features ranging from advanced software, all-in-one power electronics, contactless payment interface, ultra high-power 400kW dispensers, and extended cable length that allows for more maneuverability to easily reach any charge port location on all EV models, supporting EVgo’s commitment to serve all EV drivers, regardless of the make or model of their vehicle.

“EVgo is committed to delivering a superior experience for our customers and we continue to advance long-term solutions to maximize convenience and improve reliability,” said Dennis Kish, President of EVgo. “As the next step in our evolution, EVgo will leverage our learnings and experience from working with over one million customers across the U.S. to develop this next-generation charging architecture in collaboration with Delta Electronics with the goal of increasing consumer confidence in public EV infrastructure and supporting broader adoption of electric vehicles nationwide.”

Austin Tseng, President of Delta Electronics (Americas), said, “Delta looks forward to collaborating further with EVgo as we pioneer the future of EV charging infrastructure by redefining the customer experience, enhancing charger reliability, and advancing energy conservation. Delta’s core competencies in high-efficiency power electronics and system integration will be key to this endeavor.”

The new charging architecture will also include key features to enhance energy efficiency and power distribution across sites by taking EVgo’s dynamic power sharing to the next level. Designed to align with battery advancements in coming years, EVgo’s next-generation charging technology will allow dynamic power sharing across as many as six charging stalls at a time. This extended power sharing ability enables EVgo to implement a variety of station configurations to suit a specific site’s needs, which will be critical as the Company continues to focus on building larger stall footprints to maximize customer experience and serve the growing number of EV drivers on the road.

EVgo expects to complete final design and rigorous interoperability testing in its Innovation Lab and deploy these new chargers by the second half of 2026. As part of this next evolution of EVgo’s charging architecture, the Company will also enhance its charger firmware and software capabilities to enable more detailed error codes and a more flexible interface to improve maintenance, reset times, and the overall customer experience.

These innovations will deliver faster, more efficient charging sessions by taking advantage of each vehicle’s unique charging curves, reducing energy consumption and costs while meeting the evolving needs of drivers. EVgo aims to lower its gross capital expense per stall by 30% while increasing peak power delivery by nearly 20 percentage points.

This co-development effort is happening in tandem with ReNew program, focused on creating a holistically better customer experience for EV drivers. Through ReNew, EVgo recently launched new diagnostic tools and capabilities to bolster reliability, continues to streamline the payment process with enhancements to Autocharge+, and is proactively addressing legacy equipment on its network while it invests in developing the charging infrastructure to come.

With these expansive investments in customer-centric hardware, firmware and software solutions, EVgo is continuing to build out a nationwide fast charging network to power an all-electric transportation future.

For more information about the EVgo next-generation charging architecture co-developed with Delta Electronics, visit the website here.

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EV Charging for Multi-Family Properties Introduced by Pando Electric

Taylor Graham — Fri, 04 Oct 2024 15:30:45 +0000

Pando Electric is setting a new benchmark for EV charging in multi-family properties with a cost-effective solution that utilizes existing NEMA 14-50 sockets to reduce initial setup costs. The system includes compact, easy-to-install hardware for high-speed Level 2 charging and smart adaptive load management software to optimize electricity usage. Together, these features allow property owners to meet current EV charging needs while preparing their infrastructure for future expansion.

“Installing EV chargers in apartment and condominium buildings presents a range of challenges including infrastructure, installation costs, power capacity, space constraints and changing resident demand,” explains Aaron Li, Pando Electric’s Founder and CEO. “At Pando Electric, we have tackled each of these issues head-on, creating a straightforward, cost-effective and fully scalable solution.”

Installing high-speed charging at significant savings.
Pando Electric’s approach is rooted in simplicity, starting with a readily available power source; the company’s hardware utilizes NEMA 14-50 electrical sockets, already standard in most buildings. By leveraging existing electrical infrastructure, Pando Electric substantially cuts the need for expensive upfront upgrades.

While installation costs are reduced, Pando Electric delivers a high-speed, Level 2 charging experience without the bulky, intrusive hardware typical of public chargers. Rather, Pando Electric hardware is compact, much easier to install and substantially more affordable.

“Many of our multi-family property clients initially plan to install just one or two chargers,” Li continues. “However, once they see how affordable Pando Electric is, especially when paired with the incentives currently available, they often expand the scale of their initial installation.”

Optimizing power consumption across the grid.
Adaptive load management is another cornerstone for Pando Electric. Guided by pre-set priorities, this smart system dynamically allocates electricity demand across various Pando Electric outlets, expertly balancing energy consumption with driver needs.

“With our adaptive load management software, multiple Pando Electric sockets can seamlessly share power from a single electrical panel,” says Li. “This allows us to install up to ten times the number of outlets without any additional infrastructure costs.”

Pando Electric’s software offers additional benefits: preventing capacity overload; enabling smart metering; and automatically scaling back charging during peak electricity demand.

Providing near zero maintenance operation.
Through rigorous testing, Pando Electric chargers have demonstrated durability equivalent to 40 years of average daily usage. Coupled with Pando Electric’s bring-your-own-cable connection, eliminating the broken cord issue that plagues many public chargers, building managers are assured that adding more chargers does not equate to new maintenance workloads.

Li makes an analogy, “Most homes use NEMA 14-50 for connecting appliances like electric ranges and dryers. They’ll likely never need to be replaced; you can expect the same from Pando Electric outlets.”

Laying the groundwork for the future.
EVs are projected to account for over 40% of new car sales by 2030, according to BloombergNEF. To meet this growing demand, multi-family properties must rapidly expand their charging infrastructure.

“At Pando Electric, we’ve made it simpler and more cost-effective than ever to install EV chargers in apartment and condominium buildings,” says Li. “Our solutions are flexible, built with scalability in mind – ensuring your property is ready for the future as well.”

To learn more about Pando Electric’s turnkey ecosystem integrating hardware, software and service, to create a new standard in EV charging purpose-built to serve multi-family properties and commercial spaces, visit the website here.

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Up to 95% of Enterprises are Missing Net-Zero Goals

Taylor Graham — Tue, 24 Sep 2024 17:00:53 +0000

A recent survey of 500 global enterprises, commissioned by NTT Corporation, revealed that 68% of companies admit they are not on course to achieve their net-zero carbon emissions goals. However, a deeper analysis suggests that up to 95% of respondents may be lagging in their efforts. The study, titled Exploring the Paths to Net Zero, was conducted in partnership with global research firm ThoughtLab Group to evaluate the current status of corporate sustainability initiatives globally.

“While the results of this survey clearly indicate that large companies have more work to do to improve their sustainability practices, it is also cause for optimism,” said Vito Mabrucco, Global Chief Marketing Officer at NTT. “By learning about the processes, innovations and technological implementations of firms that are achieving or exceeding their net-zero goals, companies may improve their own plans to cut emissions while simultaneously developing a collaborative spirit of global corporate sustainability for the betterment of all.”

Key Findings:

More than two-thirds (68%) of surveyed enterprises self-reported that they are behind schedule on their net-zero targets. But given the steep incline in emission reductions needed to reach net-zero, the actual number could become as high as 95%, according to the latest ThoughtLab analysis commissioned by NTT.
Companies behind schedule (“followers”) cite several causes, including rising data usage, the growing resource demand of artificial intelligence, balancing net-zero goals with business goals and overlooking shocks like geopolitical disruptions.
9% of enterprises (“leaders”) report that they are on target to reach net-zero targets either on schedule or ahead of schedule, despite setting tougher goals for themselves. Leading firms are taking advantage of advanced technologies such as AI, IoT and photonics to reach their emissions goals.

Why Enterprises are Falling Behind

While many companies have set their targeted achievement of net-zero emissions between 2030 and 2050 (with an average target year of 2047), the survey found that the firms so far have reduced their greenhouse gas emissions at a compound average growth rate (CAGR) of 4.2% per year. However, the organizations would need to increase that figure to 11.1% to meet their target-year goals, which many may find challenging.

The analysis revealed three key reasons why many corporations are falling short:

Rising Data Usage: As AI accelerates the energy consumption of data usage, the survey found that 57% of participating companies have not accounted for an exponential growth of data in their net-zero plans. Plus, 65% of top technology officers surveyed stated large increases in data usage have made it difficult to achieve their company’s net-zero goals. Data centers have become a nexus between organizational digital transformation and growing carbon emissions, especially as AI accelerates electricity demand. As the volume of data doubles globally every two years, 60% of top technology officers listed reducing data center emissions as a top priority; however, emissions from data centers continue to rise for most organizations, on average by 1.5% over the last two years.
Facing Internal and External Challenges: Internally, 65% of companies cited the difficulty of balancing net-zero and business goals, bearing the cost of transitioning to sustainable practices while meeting shareholder profit expectations. Additionally, 55% of companies believe they have insufficient access to internal, necessary emissions data and 50% lack an actionable net-zero roadmap and implementation plan to reach their goals. Externally, 68% of surveyed companies noted the difficulty of keeping up with governmental regulations and 50% of respondents also cited the digital divide as a major external obstacle to meeting net-zero targets.
Overlooking Potential Shocks: Companies falling behind on their net-zero goals often failed to incorporate critical assumptions into their plans, such as economic and geopolitical disruption, supply chain constraints, the availability of government subsidies and more. About 33% of executives surveyed responded that “many” assumptions their companies made when codifying net-zero plans are no longer valid, with 51% reporting they are “unsure” if their assumptions remain valid.

Sustainability Leaders Illuminate Paths Forward

Of the 500 surveyed firms, 44 (9%) are identified as “leaders,” self-reporting on target or ahead of their net-zero goals, accounting for Scope 1, Scope 2 and Scope 3 emissions and having a net-zero target date of before 2050. Survey analysis revealed three categories of tools these leaders are leveraging to meet their targets:

Artificial Intelligence: AI enables enterprises to gain deeper insights from internal and external data more efficiently, with 39% of leaders using AI for net-zero decision support and planning (as opposed to 28% of other firms) and 23% using AI for energy optimization (as opposed to 14% of other firms). In total, 48% of surveyed companies did not use AI at all to achieve their net-zero goals. While AI’s growth and related carbon footprint has negatively impacted some organizations’ net-zero progress, leaders are strategically harnessing AI to simultaneously achieve business goals and meet emissions targets. The expansion of AI and other data-reliant tools has accelerated energy demands from data centers, but these leaders have reduced their data center emissions over the past two years by drawing on renewable energy sources, optimizing cooling systems and taking other actions.
Advanced Technologies: Leaders harness IoT technologies at a greater rate than followers to monitor emissions, conserve water and energy and create smarter buildings. Plus, twice as many leaders as followers use digital twins—virtual models of physical assets—to provide real-time insights used to optimize energy usage, reduce waste and more. Leaders are also optimistic about the role photonics-based infrastructure will play in corporate sustainability, with 52% believing this infrastructure will be “moderately to very valuable” for reaching net-zero goals. Today, 25% of leaders are already using photonic networks to achieve net-zero goals (opposed to 11% of followers)—with one CEO of a Japanese manufacturer stating that photonics-based technology resulted in energy savings of about 30% for their company.
Strong Internal Structures and External Networks: The survey found leaders are more likely to implement key management initiatives than followers, including creating a clear business plan and dedicated budget for decarbonization (55% vs. 45%); establishing clear policies and governance around decarbonization (55% vs. 41%); and appointing an executive and dedicated team to oversee decarbonization initiatives (50% vs. 40%).

And while leaders in 2023 spent $81.4 million on average to achieve their net-zero goals compared to $60.7 million for followers, they were more effective than followers in offsetting these costs with benefits from their emission reduction programs.

To learn more about NTT, Exploring the Paths to Net Zero report, sustainability and net-zero goals for carbon emissions, visit the website here.

The SSD7540 NVMe RAID AIC is Compliant with Immersion Cooling Technology

Methodology

ThoughtLab conducted a survey in Q1 2024 commissioned by NTT of 500 executives, C-level and direct reports, from 500 global enterprises with revenues ranging from $500 million to $100 billion across five major industries: automotive and industrial manufacturing; financial services; retail and consumer goods; telecommunications and technology; and healthcare and life sciences. Geographically, 150 respondents participated from Asia Pacific (Australia/New Zealand, Japan, Singapore) 175 respondents participated from Europe (France, Germany, Poland, U.K.) and 175 participated from North America (Canada, Mexico, U.S.).

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The SSD7540 NVMe RAID AIC is Compliant with Immersion Cooling Technology

Taylor Graham — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 17:00:54 +0000

HighPoint is excited to announce that their top-tier SSD7540 NVMe RAID AIC is now compatible with computing platforms utilizing immersion cooling technology. LiquidCool Solutions, a leader in this field, has certified HighPoint’s SSD7540 8-Channel PCIe Gen4 x16 RAID AIC for use with their immersion-cooled rack servers.

HighPoint’s proven 8-Channel PCIe Gen4 x16 M.2 Workhorse

The SSD7540 was engineered to maximize the storage performance and capacity potential of PCIe Gen4/Gen5 M.2 media. HighPoint’s proven x48 lane PCIe Switching technology minimizes latency, optimizes signal clarity, and enables the AIC to allocate a full x16 lanes of upstream bandwidth are allocated to the host connection, and x4 lanes of downstream bandwidth to each device port to ensure each M.2 SSD performs optimally. The slim, single-width form factor was designed to simplify integration and enhance serviceability and is compliant with industry-standard x86 computing platforms and tower/rackmount chassis.

Proposed Solution: Immersion Cooled Rack Server for Challenging Environments

LiquidCool Solutions was contracted to develop a rack-server platform equipped with M.2 NVMe RAID storage capable of performing optimally in a hot, dusty environment. The SSD7540 robust feature suite made it a compelling candidate for platform. However, the AIC was developed for conventional air-cooled environments, and had not been qualified for platforms designed to operate in extreme conditions.

Unlike a standard rack server, which relies on conventional cooling fans or liquid-cooled heat exchangers, and draws air from the working environment, the hardware componentry of an immersion server is fully submerged in an electrically non-conductive liquid within a sealed chassis. The proposed NVMe component would need to function flawlessly under these conditions.

In order to determine the SSD7540’s suitability for the customer environment, a series of rigorous I/O and file transfer tests were conducted using two test platforms; a control/baseline server that utilized a standard air-cooled chassis, and the customer’s proposed immersion cooled platform. The results of testing sessions were analyzed to determine the SSD7540’s suitability for the customer environment, with a particular focus on hardware integrity and transfer capabilities.

Fully Qualified for an Immersion Cooled Environment

SSD7540 proved fully capable of operating in the uniquely challenging server environment, and exhibited no signs of physical or performance degradation. M.2 NVMe media hosted by the SSD7540 benefitted from the significantly improved thermal management and the AIC was able to maintain a high level of sustained transfer throughput under load in the liquid-cooled chassis. LiquidCool Solutions determined that the SSD7540 was the right tool for the job, and incorporated the AIC into finished solution, which has been successfully deployed in the field.

To learn more about HighPoint Technologies and the SSD7540, visit the website here.

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Altus Nova Supports FSG in Next-Gen Facility Management Launch

Taylor Graham — Thu, 29 Aug 2024 15:30:25 +0000

Altus Nova Technologies is proud to announce the successful completion of a major project in partnership with FSG Smart Buildings. FSG, a Texas-based proptech firm specializing in smart equipment and facility management, aimed to upgrade its systems management platform to better serve its clients, including major companies like Apple, Walgreens, and Home Depot.

Facing the challenge of rapidly expanding its digital twin functionality to service Apple’s systems management needs at a 500,000-square-foot facility, FSG turned to Altus Nova for assistance. With an in-house development team already at capacity and a previous third-party partner failing to deliver, FSG needed a reliable partner to ensure the project’s success.

Innovative Solutions for Enhanced Facility Management

Altus Nova’s meticulous approach and deep understanding of FSG’s infrastructure enabled the development of a digital twin solution seamlessly integrating FSG’s IoT infrastructure with facility blueprints. This solution empowered everyone from facility administrators to repair personnel, providing real-time operational insights and facilitating efficient maintenance processes.

Transformative Impact on Facility Management

Through Altus Nova’s expertise, FSG was not only able to meet Apple’s stringent requirements but also enhance its platform to better serve its roster of enterprise clients. The newly developed centralized management and visualization capabilities have made FSG’s facility management platform more competitive, enabling prospective clients to easily manage updates, identify outages, and verify service completion.

Justin McCullough, Chief Product Officer at FSG Smart Buildings, expressed his enthusiasm, stating, “With Altus Nova’s help, we were able to efficiently launch two new critical enterprise software modules on our roadmap. More importantly, when the solutions were transitioned to our engineers, the hand-off was seamless.”

Altus Nova remains committed to empowering businesses like FSG Smart Buildings through innovative custom software solutions, driving efficiency and productivity in the rapidly evolving proptech landscape.

“The Altus Nova team worked closely with the FSG team in order to support their own clients, and was thrilled with the outcome,” said Jason Parrish, General Partner at Altus Nova. “I am proud of our team’s ability to create a custom software solution for FSG that ultimately impacts millions of people.”

For more information about Altus Nova and its innovative solutions, visit the website here.

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Green Technology Poised to End ‘Forever Chemicals’ with GOEco From Chang Robotics

Leigh Porter — Fri, 09 Aug 2024 18:51:06 +0000

The contamination and risks from microplastic particles and PFAs (poly-fluoroalkyl substances) in America’s food supply may soon become a thing of the past, thanks to a joint venture between Northwestern University’s INVO Lab and engineering firm Chang Robotics.

The newest initiative to emerge from the company’s IP Studio, GOEco, is a scientific breakthrough that infuses microscopic amounts of graphene oxide into paper products or any compostable barrier property. The first objective of GOEco is to replace the pervasive use of plastics in food packaging, paper plates, and disposable utensils.

As recently reported in SmartTechDaily, experts are increasingly alarmed about the dangers of “forever chemicals” — the microplastic particles and PFAs (poly-fluoroalkyl substances) that have been proven to accumulate in our bodies and our food supplies such as the fish we consume. Consumer protection agencies are increasingly pressing suppliers to keep PFA substances out of our environment, away from our clothing, and out of our bodies.

However, a patent-pending innovation from Northwestern University’s INVO Lab and Chang Robotics will make disposable tableware much more environmentally friendly by infusing paper packaging and other barrier materials with small amounts of graphene oxide, a naturally occurring nanomaterial comprised of carbon with some oxygen and OH ions. Through a development initiative by Dr. SonBinh Nguyen of Northwestern University and Dr. Tim Wei, a former dean of engineering at a Big 10 university, the company discovered how to formulate and manufacture graphene oxide and tested its use on disposable tableware with the goal of becoming the leading sustainable replacement for plastic packaging.

“The technology behind GOEco is a breakthrough that could impact not only our food supply but could play a critical role in protecting our reproductive ability and substantially increasing our health,” said Chang Robotics CEO Matthew Chang.

Interestingly, the testing also shows the new packaging to be highly superior to plastic in maintaining food freshness as it inhibits the transfer of moisture, oil, or gases between the food and the surrounding environment.

According to Dr. Wei and Chang Robotics, the company’s own laboratory testing and review of scientific literature are pointing to the safety and sustainability of the company’s implementation. The company is working with industry partners to pursue regulatory evaluations to determine and document the safety of graphene oxide for food packaging use and obtain FDA approvals. The company is welcoming commercial partnerships in the advancement of this discovery.

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More Than One Million Places for EV Drivers to Charge with ChargePoint

Taylor Graham — Thu, 25 Jul 2024 17:30:12 +0000

ChargePoint now allows drivers to access more than one million charging locations across public, private, and roaming ports in North America and Europe. Furthermore, the ChargePoint network has facilitated more than 10 billion electric miles to date.

As EV sales continue to grow, more drivers will need places to charge. Via the ChargePoint mobile app, ChargePoint enables drivers to find, use, and pay for charging at their relevant charging stations. With more than one million places to charge, ChargePoint is delivering a seamless charging experience anywhere its drivers live, work, and play.

“With more EVs on the road, ensuring drivers have access to reliable charging everywhere they need it is imperative,” said Rick Wilmer, CEO of ChargePoint. “Enabling access to more than one million ports, on a network that has enabled more than ten billion electric miles to be driven, underscores ChargePoint’s commitment to delivering a world-class driver experience.”

The ten billion electric miles ChargePoint has enabled is the equivalent of driving around the world more than 400,000 times. Further, the network has enabled around four billion of those miles in the last year alone, a proof point that demand for EV charging continues to scale.

ChargePoint believes that the electrification of transportation, and delivering a world-class driver experience, is simultaneously good for the planet and good for business. The company estimates that drivers on its network have avoided more than 410 million gallons of gasoline, and more than 2.2 million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions as a result.

To find more than one million places for EV drivers to Charge or to learn more about ChargePoint, visit the website here.

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Self-Driving Light EV Services Launched in Houston Texas

Taylor Graham — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 18:00:45 +0000

Faction has announced the start of self-driving light electric vehicle (EV) testing in Houston, Texas. This initiative represents a major milestone in the progress of autonomous mobility solutions, especially for last-mile delivery operations.

Utilizing proprietary cutting-edge technology, including its innovative DriveLink autonomy system and TeleAssist for remote human assistance, the company is deploying an initial fleet of self-driving light electric vehicles. These vehicles are set to revolutionize curbside delivery operations in Houston and pave the way for a safer, more efficient future of urban transportation.

Key highlights of Faction’s self-driving light EV testing initiative include:

Modular Vehicles with DriveLink Autonomy Technology: Faction’s DriveLink autonomy system is at the forefront of self-driving technology, enabling seamless integration of autonomous capabilities into compact and agile vehicles. These self-driving light electric vehicles are perfectly suited for urban environments, offering enhanced efficiency and safety in curbside delivery operations.
TeleAssist for Remote Human Assistance: Faction’s TeleAssist feature ensures a smooth transition to autonomous operations by providing real-time remote human assistance when needed. This innovative support system allows Faction to efficiently scale its autonomous fleets, ensuring seamless operations and maximizing the potential of self-driving technology.
Real-world Testing with Customer Deliveries: Faction’s self-driving vehicles will be fulfilling curbside deliveries for real customers in the Houston metropolitan area in its early operations phase. This hands-on testing approach allows Faction to gather valuable insights and feedback, further demonstrating the potential of autonomous vehicles to revolutionize the last-mile delivery industry.
Verizon Partnership for Vehicle Connectivity and Hyper-Precise Location services: Faction has partnered with Verizon, a leading provider of technology and communications services, to provide mobile connectivity supporting Faction’s tracking and monitoring services for its vehicles. This partnership enables seamless communication and data transmission, enhancing the overall efficiency and reliability of Faction’s autonomous delivery operations. Faction vehicles are also using Verizon’s Hyper Precise Location service, which enhances satellite-based location accuracy from meters to centimeters. TJ Fox, Senior Vice President of Industrial IoT and Automotive, Verizon Business, stated, “We are excited to collaborate with Faction to provide reliable cellular connectivity and location services for their self-driving vehicles. This partnership demonstrates Verizon’s commitment to enabling innovative solutions that drive the future of mobility.”
Data Collection for Routing and Mapping: In addition to delivering goods to customers, Faction’s self-driving EVs will be collecting crucial routing and map data for the Houston metro area. This data will be instrumental in optimizing navigation algorithms and enhancing the overall efficiency of autonomous vehicle operations.

Commenting on the launch of self-driving light EV services in Houston, Ain McKendrick, CEO of Faction, expressed enthusiasm for the future of autonomous mobility: “We are thrilled to bring our self-driving technology to the vibrant city of Houston and demonstrate the potential of autonomous vehicles to revolutionize urban transportation and delivery operations. With Faction’s supervised autonomous solutions and strategic partnerships, we are poised to drive positive change and create a more sustainable, efficient, and accessible future for all.”

For more information about Faction, self-driving light EV services, and its autonomous mobility solutions, visit the website here.

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Plug & Charge AI Powered Ecosystem Unveiled by Emobi and Autocrypt

Taylor Graham — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 17:00:53 +0000

Emobi and Autocrypt have unveiled the first US-based Plug & Charge ecosystem, poised to transform electric vehicle (EV) charging through the use of artificial intelligence (AI).

In June 2023, Autocrypt, a global leader in automotive cybersecurity, partnered with Emobi, a US-based e-mobility hub, to develop a secure communication framework for EVs and charging stations based on ISO 15118-2 and ISO 15118-20 standards. The collaboration has focused on building a robust Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) utilizing fine-tuned AI and machine learning models to address errors and data inconsistencies prevalent in traditional Plug & Charge systems.

The Plug & Charge ecosystem enables EV drivers to start charging at any station simply by plugging in their vehicle. Through asymmetric encryption technology, the chargers automatically identify the EV and securely process the payment of the EV charging session. Unlike other Plug & Charge services, this is the first Plug & Charge ecosystem headquartered in the United States, ensuring data security and compliance with the US government. Additionally, it features an intelligent error-handling system that addresses edge cases in ISO 15118 standards, setting a new benchmark for the industry.

Throughout this collaboration, Emobi has worked closely with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory to ensure that findings from this ecosystem contribute to the National Charging Experience (ChargeX) Consortium, funded by the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation of the United States.

“Security in EV charging infrastructure enhances openness while providing better control,” said Sean HJ Cho, President of Autocrypt North America. “By combining our PKI technology with Emobi’s expertise in AI and machine learning, we are bringing a secure yet innovative Plug & Charge solution to market, creating an unrestricted charging environment that ensures convenience, precision, and security throughout the entire charging and payment processes.”

Lin Sun Fa, CEO of Emobi, added, “The focus is to enable EV automakers, charger operators, and e-mobility service providers to continue building their products without being hindered by edge cases and constantly evolving standards. We are leveraging AI and Autocrypt’s PKI technology within the existing ISO 15118 standards, ensuring ease of implementation while improving charging infrastructure quality and security.”

To learn more about Autocrypt and the US-based Plug & Charge ecosystem, visit the website here.

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EnergySage Extends Clean Energy Marketplace to All 50 States

Taylor Graham — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 17:30:20 +0000

EnergySage has expanded its presence to all 50 states and Washington, D.C., marking a significant milestone as the first platform of its kind with a nationwide footprint. With this achievement, EnergySage aims to facilitate the adoption of clean energy solutions on a larger scale for homeowners and position itself as a key partner for corporations, electric vehicle manufacturers, and non-profits interested in promoting whole-home electrification nationwide.

For over a decade, EnergySage has been at the forefront of promoting clean energy and energy-saving solutions, providing a platform for consumers to comparison-shop and save on rooftop solar. It has since evolved to provide energy storage, heat pumps, EV chargers, and community solar. Now that EnergySage has reached national coverage, it is prepared to connect even more homeowners with these sustainable and cost-saving options.

“Our goal has always been to make clean energy more accessible and affordable for everyone, and this expansion allows us to reach an even larger audience,” says Charlie Hadlow, EnergySage President & COO. “We are incredibly grateful to our dedicated network of installers – most of which have been with us for many years – who have helped us expand our reach to the whole country.”

EnergySage makes it easy to transition to clean energy. Consumers can easily request multiple high-quality quotes from vetted and accredited solar, HVAC, and electrical installers. The process is free, simple, and frictionless through its in-depth resources and unbiased support.

EnergySage also serves as a valuable resource for clean energy companies and providers across the country. By partnering with EnergySage, these businesses can grow their customer base, reduce costs, and simplify their sales processes.

“We are proud to be the trusted partner for so many reputable installers,” says Erik Holvik, EnergySage Associate Director of Business Development. “We are dedicated to providing the best service and support to our customers, and this milestone is a testament to our commitment to scaling clean energy solutions.”

With EnergySage’s expansion to all 50 states and Washington, D.C., clean energy solutions are now more accessible than ever. Visit EnergySage to start your clean energy home journey here.

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