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EU should target 1M EV public chargers by 2024, 3M by 2029 say carmakers, environmentalists and consumer groups

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Adopted in 2014, AFID ( Directive 2014/94/EU ) creates the framework for the development of an alternative fuels infrastructure in Europe, including electricity for electric vehicles as well as hydrogen for fuel cells and LNG for shipping.

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EV Smart Charging Regulations Protect the Grid and Optimize the Charging Experience

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The proposal also calls for all new public EV charging stations in Europe to be digitally connected and capable of smart charging. Real-time energy metering and communications to ensure the stability of the grid and optimize charging for the benefit of the grid and the consumer . Adoption of technical standards .

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Exicom claims to have launched India’s fastest DC Charger | Autocar Professional

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chargers are designed in compliance with PAS standards, allowing physically disabled individuals to easily use and operate the chargers. Harmony g1.5 Harmony Gen 1.5 DC Fast Chargers’ efficiency, supposedly surpassing 95% and power levels to power a wide range of vehicles from lightweight cars to heavy-duty buses, underscores its versatility.

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More details about California’s proposal requiring bidirectional charging capabilities for all EVs

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In recent testimony, Nuvve CEO Gregory Poilasne told the lawmakers that bidirectional charging can reduce the total cost of EV ownership, and that it’s essential for integrating more renewable energy into the grid. Then it takes the DC from the bus, or car, and converts it back to AC to provide power for the grid. That’s one way.

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Default Passwords Jeopardize Water Infrastructure

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s power grid is relatively well-resourced and hardened against cyber attack, at least when compared to American water systems. differs significantly from that of Europe and the U.K., and is often criticized for insufficient investment in basic maintenance, let alone cybersecurity,” Hazell says. He says the U.S.’s

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Fastcharge consortium presents prototype for 450 kW charging station; Porsche research vehicle charges at 400 kW

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The new charging station is suitable for electric models of all brands with the European standard Type 2 variant of the widely used Combined Charging System (CCS), and is now available for use free of charge. 450 kW, the second gives up to 175 kW.

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UPS collaborating with Workhorse to deploy 50 electric trucks; rivaling acquisition cost of conventional; no subsidies

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Electric vehicle technology is rapidly improving with battery, charging and smart grid advances that allow us to specify our delivery vehicles to eliminate emissions, noise and dependence on diesel and gasoline. —Carlton Rose, President, Global Fleet Maintenance and Engineering for UPS.

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