Release of Multilevel Load Management for the EV Charging Station Pico
Rotkreuz, March 12, 2024 – smart-me AG, an innovative company in the field of energy management solutions, announces the release of its multilevel load management system. This intuitive solution addresses the challenges of complex load management situations in residential complexes and industrial facilities with charging stations and sets new standards for efficient energy management.
The new feature of the Pico electric charging station enables efficient multilevel load management (MLM) in large residential complexes. It coordinates various electricity consumers and ensures optimal energy management. The MLM system operates on multiple levels and takes into account site connections, building connections, and e-mobility outlets. It dynamically adjusts the amount of available power and integrates real-time data to automatically account for changing load requirements and available solar power.
In a future with an increasing number of EV charging stations and solar power systems, multi-level load management will be crucial for intelligently distributing available energy and maximizing the integration of renewable energy sources. In a complex with multiple apartment buildings, MLM can optimize energy flows as follows:
1. Variability of renewable energy sources:
Solar power systems generate electricity based on solar radiation, which can vary significantly depending on the time of day and weather conditions. Dynamic load management can help offset fluctuations in electricity generation by adjusting electricity consumption on the premises accordingly when solar radiation fluctuates.
2. Peak Loads and Grid Stability:
As the number of electric vehicles increases, EV charging stations will cause peak loads during periods of high demand. Dynamic load management can handle these peak loads by scheduling the charging of electric vehicles based on the availability of electricity from PV systems and battery storage. This helps maintain grid stability and prevent overloads.
3. Optimizing the self-consumption rate:
Dynamic load management can optimize the on-site consumption of solar power generated on the premises. For example, if the PV systems generate more electricity than is currently needed, the charging stations can be prioritized to charge electric vehicles instead of feeding excess electricity into the public grid.
4. Energy Cost Optimization:
Efficient load management makes it possible to optimize total energy consumption on the property and thereby reduce energy costs for residents. For example, using self-generated solar power to charge electric vehicles can reduce the amount of expensive grid electricity purchased.
This creates a win-win situation in the building. Drivers can charge their vehicles in a way that’s both solar-powered and cost-effective, without having to worry about a thing. The building owner can supply the electricity they generate directly to residents in the most efficient way possible and can be confident that their connections are protected at all times. This combines sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and reliability in the energy supply, enabling the future-proof implementation of electric mobility. smart-me AG’s multilevel load management is available to all users with a Professional account and is now available in conjunction with the Pico EV charging station.
About smart-me
Since 2014, smart-me AG has been revolutionizing the energy industry with innovative energy meters and cloud-based software. The smart-me technology enables precise measurement, control, optimization, and billing of energy. The software and hardware are developed to high quality standards and manufactured at the company’s headquarters in Rotkreuz. In addition to the mobile app for end customers, smart-me also provides a comprehensive energy management platform for partners in the energy industry. This platform enables partners to offer innovative services and products for decentralized energy systems. smart-me is an award-winning technology company with over 30 employees that serves both energy providers and electrical contractors.