ev.energy
ev.energy offers a smart EV charging app that optimizes charging for cost and carbon emissions, providing features like automated adjustments, solar integration, and detailed charge summaries.
Services
ev.energy offers a smart EV charging app designed to optimize the charging process for electric vehicle owners. Users can charge their EVs using the cheapest and cleanest electricity available in their area, thanks to automated adjustments in the app based on energy prices and emissions. The app supports home solar generation charging without the need for extra hardware and provides features such as Smart Schedule, which allows customized charging schedules for each day of the week. Additional services include a public charging network of over 2900 locations and a V2X technology that enables energy transfer from vehicles to homes or the grid.
Products
The key product offered by ev.energy is its smart EV charging app. This app provides a range of features aimed at making EV charging more efficient and environmentally friendly. Users can track their charging costs, kWh usage, and carbon emissions data through the app, as well as view and export this data for each charge. The app includes Solar Smart and Solar Only Modes as part of a paid subscription to ensure that cars are charged using the most cost-effective and green energy. Additionally, the app offers a rewards program where users can earn points for smart charging and redeem them for rewards like Amazon gift cards.
Environmental Impact
ev.energy has been a carbon-negative company for three consecutive years, demonstrating its commitment to sustainability. The company’s smart charging app not only helps users choose the cleanest electricity available but also offers rewards for smart charging, thereby reducing both the environmental impact and strain on the energy grid. Their partnership with Flexitricity on an EV charging flexibility initiative further underscores their effort to support National Grid ESO reserve service, contributing to a more stable and less carbon-intensive energy system.
Funding and Expansion
ev.energy has secured significant financial backing to expand its operations and develop its technology. The company received a $41 million grant from the California Energy Commission to scale electric vehicle charging solutions across California. Additionally, ev.energy closed a $33 million Series B funding round to drive EV-grid integration in North America and Europe. Their acquisition of Rolling Energy Resources under their US operations will enhance their EV charging optimization platform, further cementing their foothold in the market.
Collaborations and Partnerships
ev.energy collaborates with several key partners to enhance its offerings and reach. A notable collaboration includes their partnership with Maxeon Solar Technologies to revolutionize home solar and EV charging solutions. They also work with UK Power Networks on a power cut notification service called Powercast. Moreover, their managed EV charging program, SmartCharge New York, is the largest-ever smart EV charging program in the US, showcasing their capability to manage extensive smart charging initiatives.