Evolving EV Managed Charging
Energy Services Exchange
Introduction
EVoke introduces the Energy Services eXchange (ESX), an innovative platform designed to manage the complexities of EV managed charging. Developed in collaboration with Argonne National Labs and funded by the US Department of Energy (DOE), ESX is a cutting-edge solution that addresses the challenge of local distribution capacity.
The Challenge
As the adoption of electric vehicles accelerates, utilities are facing significant pressure to increase their capacity to support EV charging. The constraints of seasonal and daily peak capacities can hinder the integration of new charging stations, leading to delays in EV charging deployments and the necessity for costly upgrades to substations, feeders, and transformers.
An evolving solution
ESX allows grid operators to manage EV charging by zones. It standardizes the key information exchanges – what are the current and historical load profiles, what resources are available next day or same day, did the Charge Station Operator meet their resource commitments, what offer is made to a driver to schedule charging during the off-peak or participate in a demand response event.
Key Features
Real-Time Management
ESX enables grid operators and service providers to adjust demand within a distribution zone through an open API, offering a hosted exchange and a set of public APIs.
Standardized Information
With ESX, information on resource availability, forecasts, and service delivery is standardized, ensuring consistent and efficient communication across the board.
Integration and Coordination
ESX integrates all OCPP compliant EV chargers, matching resources to the local grid and supporting granular visibility at various levels, from substations to individual charging stations.
Benefits for Utilities
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Seamless Integration: Facilitates new interconnections and integrates EV charging data with external systems.
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Advanced Forecasting: Provides real-time forecasts and historical load profiles, enabling effective congestion management and flexible resource dispatch.
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Enhanced Planning: Supports long-term planning, service restoration, and scales V2G potential, bolstered by cybersecurity measures developed in collaboration with experts at ANL & PNNL
Demonstration at Scale: New York City
EVoke’s Proof-of-Concept in Con Edison’s service territory in New York City demonstrates the scalability and performance of ESX. The power output of over 1700 EV chargers is aggregated every 15 minutes by Con Edison’s 82 Load Zones within seconds. This enables a high performance, low latency Virtual Power Plant with 12MW of load potential.
ESX Architecture
Empowering the Future of EV Charging
With ESX, EVoke is not just addressing today’s challenges but is actively shaping the future of electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This visionary platform stands as a testament to our commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and innovation, ensuring that the transition to electric mobility is seamless for all stakeholders involved. Join us in driving the evolution of energy services, where every charge moves us closer to a greener, more connected world.