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PowerGo has launched two new ultra-fast electric vehicle (EV) charging points at the Jumbo supermarket in Bedum, Netherlands. The new installation, located at the store’s parking lot, is now the fastest public charging location in the region and is accessible to all EV drivers.
Key Highlights
- Installation of two ultra-fast charging points with a capacity of up to 320 kW.
- The location is the fastest charging station in the Groningen region.
- Features dynamic pricing based on real-time electricity costs, viewable via the PowerGo Charge app.
- Utilizes an integrated battery system to alleviate pressure on the local electricity grid.
- Charging stations are powered by solar energy from Dutch solar parks.
Advanced Charging Capabilities
The new charging station at Jumbo Bedum offers a significant advancement for local EV drivers. With a charging capacity of up to 320 kW, vehicles can be powered up in a minimal amount of time, providing a new level of convenience for the area. The opening of the charging location was celebrated with the first customers receiving cake from Jumbo Bedum and PowerGo.
Dynamic Pricing and User Benefits
PowerGo utilizes a dynamic pricing model, which provides EV drivers with fair and transparent rates based on real-time electricity prices. This system encourages charging when more renewable energy is available on the grid, often resulting in lower costs for the consumer. Users can view charging prices for the next 24 hours through the free PowerGo Charge app. A promotional discount on the dynamic kWh price is available to customers who use the app. More information about the promotion can be found via this link.
A Green Solution for Grid Congestion
To address the congested electricity network in the Netherlands, PowerGo has implemented a charger with an integrated battery system. This innovative solution stores energy, which can then be used for charging sessions at a later time. This technology helps relieve the electricity grid during peak hours while ensuring charging needs are met at all other times. As part of a broader sustainability strategy, PowerGo exclusively uses solar energy generated from Dutch solar parks owned by its parent company, PowerField.
Enhanced Customer Convenience
The charging service is designed to complement the shopping experience at Jumbo. The average charging time aligns with the typical time customers spend inside the store, allowing many drivers to return to a fully charged vehicle after finishing their shopping. This collaboration between Jumbo Bedum and PowerGo delivers a green and user-friendly service to EV drivers throughout the region. The new charging location is at Noordwolderweg 7, 9781 AD, Bedum, the Netherlands.
About PowerGo
PowerGo is a Charge Point Operator (CPO) focused on providing fast, easy, and guaranteed green charging. The company aims to make the transition to sustainable mobility accessible to everyone, viewing electric driving as the future standard. PowerGo develops public and fleet charging solutions for partners such as HelloFresh, Basic-Fit, Jumbo, PLUS, and various government entities. As a subsidiary of PowerField, a Dutch organization specializing in solar energy, all of PowerGo’s charging solutions are powered by energy from PowerField’s solar parks. For more information, visit www.powergo.energy.
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