CharIN Conference & Testival EUROPE in Valencia, Spain, CharIN largest interoperability testing event for EV charging, shapes the future of electric mobility
In a dynamic showcase of innovation and collaboration, the CharIN EUROPE Conference and Testival held from October 24-27, 2023, hosted by Power Electronics in Valencia, Spain, set a new benchmark in the realm of electric mobility. In total more than 415 international testers, conference participants, and testival observers gathered in person at Valencia in Spain, to exchange knowledge, discussing the future and the present of e-mobility and test interoperability between vehicles of all kinds and a variety of charging stations.
CharIN Chairman Claas Bracklo stated: "It is an immense pleasure to hold the biggest CharIN Testival ever in the rapidly growing Iberian market and especially in sunny Valencia at Power Electronics. With this event, our commitment to the future of e-mobility has reached new heights. We are extremely proud to announce that this CharIN Testival was powered solely by solar energy, a testament to our dedication to sustainability and clean energy in the electrification of transportation."
Through the utilization of Power Electronics' 4MW hybrid facility, which encompasses photovoltaic panels, a solar inverter, and a battery inverter, we successfully achieved a fully sustainable Testival. This remarkable feature was made possible by intelligent discharging the batteries during periods of reduced solar radiation and directly harnessing power from the panels during times of solar exposure.
The CEO of Power Electronics David Salvo, host of the CharIN Testival Europe 2023 in Spain stated: "It has been an honor to host the most important electric mobility event in Europe and to allow attendees to get to know our Campus, as well as to bring Valencia closer to the leading electric vehicle manufacturers, charging infrastructure, and other stakeholders in the electric mobility value chain".
The CharIN EUROPE Conference and Testival was a shining example of unity within the electric mobility community. This event was made possible through the unwavering support and collaboration of Power Electronics and an array of industry partners.
The coming together of this industry community in Spain underscores our shared commitment to a sustainable, cleaner future.
3rd Conference Europe: A Glimpse into the EV Future
The 3rd CharIN EUROPE Conference illuminated the path forward for electric mobility with six engaging panels and 3 captivating keynotes. On a momentous occasion, the President of Valencian Government inaugurated the CharIN EUROPE Conference and Testival, marking the commencement of a groundbreaking gathering in the world of electric mobility in Spain.
After Welcoming Words from CharIN and Power Electronics, panels addressed topics from Harmonizing EV Charging with the Power Grid to Future Strategies in Connectivity and Charging Technologies to Cybersecurity. Panels featuring industry giants and thought leaders delved into a variety of topics, shedding light on the MCS Roadmap for heavy-duty e-Mobility, discussing the political landscape for e-Mobility in the future and sharing insights about EV payment
Carina Pombar
CharIN e. V.
Phone + 49 151 518 589 74
Mail carina.pombar@charin.global
About CharIN e.V.
The Charging Interface Initiative (CharIN) Inc. serves as a leading industry association bringing CharIN’s global approach to decarbonization through the electrification of North American transport. Convening together industrywide e-mobility stakeholders including automakers, charging station manufacturers, component suppliers, energy providers, government officials, and grid operators, our organization assists members in coordinating, advancing, and advocating for interoperability across electric vehicle charging infrastructure. Driving forward the widely-adopted Combined Charging System (CCS) and the Megawatt Charging System (MCS) platforms, CharIN works to ensure all electric vehicles – from light-duty passenger cars to freight trucks, e-ferries, ships, and planes – can work seamlessly with available charging stations and services. CharIN serves as a pivotal, unified voice for industry-standard, interoperable charging technologies and best practices, working with federal, state, and local regulatory agencies and policymakers to unleash innovation and encourage the rapid adoption of electric vehicles in municipal, commercial, and private use.
About Power Electronics
Power Electronics is the world's leading manufacturer of solar inverters for photovoltaic plants in Europe, Oceania and America and the world storage leader. Its products are present in nearly 2000 plants in 35 countries around the world. The company closed 2022 with a figure of 70 GW of installed AC power, which has prevented the discharge of more than 70,5 million tons of CO2 into the environment.
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