ZipCharge has released a teaser image of its next product the start-up hopes will transform public EV charging while providing local energy democracy and resiliency.
The new product, to be unveiled on Earth Day, April 22, 2022, will overcome challenges associated with public level 2 AC charging, providing low-cost and convenient charging that is accessible to everyone.
It is a solution that combines charging and energy to support the global transition to renewable energy.
“We are at a critical point in our need to protect the planet and take more substantive steps towards decarbonising society and managing our energy use in a smarter way for our collective benefit,” said ZipCharge co-founder Jonathan Carrier.
“As such we believe there is a unique opportunity to reimagine the purpose and role of public infrastructure, how it integrates and serves its community, not only to provide charging but manage energy in a smarter way. We believe the ZipCharge Go can facilitate more accessible, equitable access to energy that can be used in multiple ways, not just for charging an electric vehicle.”
ZipCharge are the makers of the world’s first portable suitcase-sized EV charger on wheels called the Go, and this new product represents the second-phase of its strategic plan.
Mr Carrier commented: “Our announcement will be a natural evolution from the ZipCharge Go, and will serve to further remove common barriers to EV ownership – by bringing the possibility of charging to anyone who can’t currently plug in at their house.”
In the UK, 40% of car-owning households are without designated or off-street parking. In Italy, Spain, Hong Kong, Singapore and South Korea, this figure reaches 60%.
The announcement follows the US and UK governments plans to expand EV charging infrastructure with a focus on-street, in rural areas and underrepresented communities.