What’s Happening: ABB E-mobility, a leading electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure provider, announced that it has received the US Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR certification for its DC fast chargers ranging from 20 kW up to 180 kW. This includes chargers meeting the National Electric Infrastructure Program (NEVI) requirements.
Why It Matters: The certification assures EV infrastructure site owners and operators that ABB E-mobility’s charging equipment meets ENERGY STAR program requirements for public and fleet charging needs, across a wide range of power options. These certified chargers also comply with the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) Buy America Act rules, making them ideal for state and federal EV charging programs that prioritize domestic manufacturing and energy efficiency.
Key Points:
- ENERGY STAR Certified DC fast chargers support high standards for charging efficiency, standby energy losses, energy savings, safety requirements, and use Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) for network communications.
- DC fast chargers with ENERGY STAR certification can support up to 1.5 MWh/year in energy savings, averaging over $1,650 in cost savings during the lifetime of the charging station.
- ABB Terra chargers covered by the ENERGY STAR certification include the Terra 184, which provides up to 180 kW of power in a compact footprint, and the Terra DC Wallbox, rated up to 24 kW.
- ABB E-mobility has been a pioneer in the DC fast charging industry, providing many industry-leading charging systems in the US, such as the first public CCS1 charger in 2013 and the first 150 kW charging system installed in 2017.
Bottom Line: ABB E-mobility’s ENERGY STAR certification demonstrates the company’s commitment to providing safe, reliable, and energy-efficient charging solutions for the growing EV market. As a long-time leader in the DC fast-charging industry, ABB E-mobility continues to promote industry-wide standards and certifications that ensure transparency and quality in the e-mobility sector. With over 50,000 DC fast chargers sold in more than 85 markets, ABB E-mobility remains a key player in driving zero-emission mobility for a sustainable future.
