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AeroVironment licenses PNNL EV smart charger controller technology

Green Car Congress

The PNNL technology tells a vehicle’s battery charger when to start and stop charging based upon existing conditions on the electrical grid. has licensed smart charging controller technology developed at the US Department of Energy (DOE) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) for incorporation into its charging station equipment.

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Fact or fiction? Will smart charging save you money 

Wallbox

Fast chargers ace the speed test, charging eight times faster than your standard charger. But smart chargers don´t just walk the walk. So, what’s so special about smart chargers, anyway? But one concern for EV owners is the cost of charging their vehicle. Enter smart chargers.

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6 EV Charging Station Management Best Practices

Driivz

By employing best practices in EV charging management, operators can maximize charger uptime, meet EV driver expectations for a seamless charging experience, and reduce total cost of operations (TCO). They are key to enabling growth today and leveraging future technology developments.

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RESPONSE TO CLIMATE CHANGE COMMISSION: Drive Electric’s advice on the second draft of the Emissions Reduction Plan (2026-2030)

Drive Electric

Over the coming decade, driven by technological advancements and requirements to decarbonise, the transport system will shift away from being powered by fossil fuels. 2 Smart charging will help make the most of New Zealand’s existing electricity infrastructure and avoid unnecessary capital investment, by helping manage peak demand.

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The Importance of Managed EV Charging

Driivz

Like any complex technology ecosystem, EV charging needs to be managed to make it efficient, cost-effective and reliable. Smart charging refers to the level of technology in the charger hardware itself.

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Beyond Basics: What Growth-Oriented Providers Should Look for In EV Charging Management Software

Driivz

EV smart charging and energy management This capability uses data and algorithms to determine when and how an EV plugged into a smart charger will receive power. International operators will also need support for multiple currencies and tariffs.

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The Essential Guide to EV Smart Charging and Smart Energy Management

Driivz

Why Driivz for Smart EV Charging and Smart Energy Management? What is EV Smart Charging? Smart EV charging uses intelligence to manage when and how an electric vehicle plugged into a smart charger will receive power for charging based on the cost of electricity, its availability, and the needs of the driver.