Gridserve, a technology market leader in EV charging for the United Kingdom, is looking to achieve another milestone with its latest innovation at Cornwall Services. The company has unveiled an Electric Super Hub on the A30, equipped with a state-of-the-art solar canopy and cutting-edge charging technology. This groundbreaking solution combines a solar canopy and a 1MWh battery to deliver rapid EV charging capabilities, years ahead of traditional grid connection availability.
The Electric Super Hub at Cornwall Services features six High Power 350kW-capable chargers for quick top-ups and six Low Power AC chargers for overnight guests at the onsite hotel. By combining the existing 100kW grid connection with the solar canopy and 1MW battery, Gridserve has replaced two legacy 50kW chargers with 12 state-of-the-art chargers, significantly enhancing charging capacity along the busy route.
The location chosen is easily accessible from all of the major local towns and cities, from Truro and St Austell to Newquay and Bodmin. Key features include:-
Innovative EV Charging Solution
Gridserve's Electric Super Hub at Cornwall Services incorporates a solar canopy and a 1MW battery, providing a forward-thinking approach to deliver EV charging services well before new grid connections would typically be available
Software-Optimised Charging
Gridserve Technologies' advanced software efficiently optimizes the available grid and solar energy to maximize charging speeds through dynamic load sharing. This ensures a seamless charging experience for EV drivers
Zero Carbon Solar Farm
Planning permission has been submitted for an adjacent 1MWp solar farm that will directly supply zero carbon energy from the sun to electric vehicles, reducing the carbon footprint of EV charging operations
Ten Times the Charging Power
Gridserve's innovative solution supplements the existing 100kW grid connection with a 1MW battery and solar energy, delivering ten times the charging power at Cornwall Services
Gridserve's SEC 1000 battery is equipped with intelligent programming to manage its load and output efficiently. The software considers various factors, such as available grid connection power, battery state of charge, time of day, solar output, and power requested by all charging vehicles, maximizing charging speeds and throughput while minimizing waiting times.
The company's usage data shows a close correlation between solar energy generation and energy consumption across the chargers throughout the day, making solar a valuable and sustainable energy source to support the grid connection.
Toddington Harper, CEO of Gridserve, expressed delight in delivering this innovative technology to Cornwall Services, emphasizing the potential for it to become a blueprint for other locations facing similar grid connection challenges. The Electric Super Hub has already seen significant usage during busy periods and is expected to undergo continuous refinements and optimizations for an enhanced charging experience.
Andrew King, Commercial Manager at Cornwall Services, also expressed enthusiasm for Gridserve's increased commitment to the location, highlighting the positive impact on customers' convenience and the reduction of environmental impact.
Gridserve is dedicated to expanding its UK-wide charging network rapidly, ensuring all EV drivers have access to reliable, fast, and affordable charging powered by sustainable zero-carbon energy. With its expertise in solar, EV charging, remote power, and battery storage infrastructure, Gridserve seeks to collaborate with various stakeholders who share the vision of transitioning to a greener and more sustainable future.
Alongside the company's ‘Try Before You Lease‘ service in Norwich and Braintree, you have to say that Gridserve is doing as much as any other charger company to push forward the boundaries of what's possible with EV charging.
