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Xcel Energy launches EV smart charging pilot in Colorado; Transportation Electrification Plan for New Mexico approved

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Xcel Energy has launched a new pilot for customers of five major automakers to make it easier for consumers to make the switch to electric vehicles in Colorado and to charge their EVs at times when renewable energy production is high and demand on the energy grid is low. Achieving our EV vision to have 1.5

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AeroVironment licenses PNNL EV smart charger controller technology

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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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A Comprehensive Guide to EV Charging Management Software Solution

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Those vehicles are hungry for electrons, driving growth in charging stations and the infrastructure to support them. EV chargers are more than just high-current electrical outlets. The beating heart of EV charging lies in the software and management systems that enable this dynamic market.

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The Essential Guide to EV Smart Charging and Smart Energy Management

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What is EV Smart Charging? What is Smart Energy Management for EV Charging? How do EV Smart Charging and Smart Energy Management Work? What EV Drivers Want from Smart Charging? Advantages of Smart Energy Management for Fleets. What is EV Smart Charging?

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What is Decarbonization?

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The health of the planet depends on government policy, technology innovation, and widespread public support working together to create a pro-climate culture, lower the cost of no-carbon energy, and accelerate decarbonization efforts to meet climate goals. . Why Is the Transport Sector Critical to Decarbonization?

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What is Fleet Electrification?

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Electrifying fleets deliver many key business benefits : Lower total cost of ownership through reduced maintenance, fuel and operational costs. Significant environmental impact, by meeting national regulations and ‘green’ policies to reduce our carbon footprint. Unstable Charging Environment. Limited Energy.

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

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The transition to electric vehicles depends on the availability of renewable electricity and the infrastructure to enable users to charge their vehicles. Costs associated with connecting to networks can be prohibitive for investment in public charging (more on that below in Part B.2 This will only intensify. 2 Transport).