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WeaveGrid has announced an expansion of its partnership with ChargePoint to enhance electric vehicle (EV) charging incentives in California. This expanded collaboration will integrate WeaveGrid’s software to support ChargePoint’s involvement in the PG&E EV Charge Manager and ChargePerks California programs, benefiting EV drivers across the state.
- PG&E EV Charge Manager Program: Supports managed charging in high-density EV regions like Alameda, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara Counties.
- ChargePerks California: A CEC-funded program helping drivers save money while supporting grid resilience, offering rewards up to $50.
- Grid Optimization Focus: WeaveGrid’s software helps optimize charging schedules to reduce peak demand, ensuring grid stability.
- Integrated Network: Collaboration allows streamlined participation in managed utility programs using ChargePoint’s Home Flex chargers.
The PG&E EV Charge Manager program, launched in October 2024, aims to transform electric vehicles into flexible grid assets through managed charging. The program focuses on meeting the EV charging needs of three of the most EV-dense counties in the country: Alameda, Contra Costa, and Santa Clara Counties. WeaveGrid’s DISCO algorithm plays a crucial role in this, aggregating and predicting EV charging loads, optimizing charge schedules, and managing peak loads to avoid service outages and costly repairs.
The ChargePerks California program, partially funded by the California Energy Commission (CEC), is a statewide initiative that encourages EV drivers to support a resilient electric grid while saving on charging costs. It offers participants the opportunity to earn up to $50 in rewards and reduce their electric bills by charging during the most cost-efficient times for the grid.
Through this expanded partnership, WeaveGrid and ChargePoint aim to meet the growing demand for electric vehicle infrastructure while maintaining grid stability and reliability. WeaveGrid’s advanced software integrates seamlessly with ChargePoint’s Home Flex chargers, enabling participation in managed charging programs and optimizing energy usage during periods of high demand.
“We are thrilled to deepen our partnership with ChargePoint by launching together into two important California-based programs,” said Yakov Berenshteyn, Senior Director of Automotive and Charging Partnerships at WeaveGrid. “ChargePoint’s commitment to data quality and continuous innovation have allowed us to leverage their chargers for our most sophisticated optimization algorithms, making any EV an asset for the electric grid.”
“ChargePoint is committed to enabling a superior charging experience wherever drivers need to charge,” added David Peterson, Senior Director, Strategy and Partnerships, North America at ChargePoint. “Together with WeaveGrid, we can deliver a seamless and reliable EV charging experience for drivers across the country in addition to our recent program launches in California.”
In addition to the California programs, ChargePoint customers can also participate in WeaveGrid programs with utilities like Alabama Power, Baltimore Gas & Electric, DTE, Georgia Power, LUMA Puerto Rico, Salt River Project, Union Power, and Wake Electric.
About WeaveGrid
WeaveGrid provides software solutions for smart electric vehicle charging. Their platform optimizes EV charging to align with periods of high renewable energy or maintain electric grid reliability while giving drivers full control. By partnering with utilities, infrastructure providers, and automakers, WeaveGrid aims to accelerate the transition to sustainable transportation.
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