WeaveGrid and Wallbox partner to offer wind-powered EV charging, unlock savings, and grid benefits for Xcel Energy customers.
Key Takeaways:
- Wallbox owners in Colorado gain access to Xcel Energy’s Charging Perks program, optimizing EV charging for wind energy and saving money.
- Partnership expands utility-managed charging programs nationwide, boosting EV adoption and grid flexibility.
- WeaveGrid’s software optimizes charging for both grid health and driver preferences, while Wallbox’s smart chargers enable seamless integration.
WeaveGrid, a leading electric vehicle (EV) grid software company, and Wallbox, a global provider of EV charging solutions, have teamed up to empower Colorado’s EV drivers. This partnership unlocks access to Xcel Energy‘s Charging Perks program for Wallbox owners, paving the way for wider utility managed charging across the U.S.
Colorado’s 1.3 million Xcel Energy customers can now register their Wallbox chargers for the Charging Perks program. This unique initiative optimizes residential EV charging to coincide with peak wind power generation, aligning with Colorado’s renewable energy focus. Wallbox owners also enjoy program benefits like:
- $100 sign-up bonus and annual participation incentives
- Automatic managed charging at low-cost times
- Support for grid stability through renewable-powered charging
By partnering, WeaveGrid and Wallbox aim to expand these capabilities to Wallbox owners nationwide. With energy consumption projected to triple by 2050 and renewable energy doubling in the next 15 years, smart grid integrations like this become crucial. WeaveGrid’s software seamlessly optimizes EV charging for both grid health and driver preferences, while Wallbox’s smart chargers enable efficient load balancing.
“We’re thrilled to partner with Wallbox in Xcel Energy’s Charging Perks program,” says Yakov Berenshteyn, WeaveGrid’s Director of Automotive and Charging Partnerships. “Wallbox’s smart chargers make them ideal partners, and our goal is to make EV charging more affordable, reliable, and clean for Wallbox owners.”
“Our partnership empowers customers with smart and accessible EV charging,” adds Brett Graessle, Wallbox’s VP of Global Partnerships and Business Development. “Colorado-based Pulsar Plus owners are already saving money and supporting the grid through managed charging, and we’re excited to extend these benefits nationwide.”
Enrolling in the Xcel Energy Charging Perks program is simple. Wallbox owners can register their chargers through the program’s website. Once enrolled, they automatically receive program benefits, including monetary incentives and optimized low-cost charging. WeaveGrid’s software handles the rest, ensuring charging aligns with low grid stress and high renewable energy availability, benefitting both the environment and drivers’ wallets.
This partnership between WeaveGrid and Wallbox marks a significant step towards a future powered by clean, accessible EV charging. By leveraging smart technology and renewable energy, they pave the way for a sustainable and equitable energy landscape for all.
