With the rise of electric vehicles (EVs), cities face a critical challenge: balancing the supply of chargers with increasing demand. For EV drivers, finding an available charger can be frustrating, while Charging Point Operators (CPOs) and utilities see their return on investment (ROI) threatened.
NECTURE co-developed CIAO (Charging Infrastructure Availability Optimization) with a European CPO/utility to address these issues and maximize the potential of existing infrastructure.

The Challenge - The Status Quo

‍The initial deployment of EV chargers prioritized speed over data, leading to infrastructure that now struggles with fragmented and high demand. Heavily used charging points are strained, impacting EV adoption and creating dissatisfaction among EV drivers.

How CIAO Solves & Improves It‍

CIAO optimizes the usage of current infrastructure through data-driven load balancing, predicting when and where demand will spike.

How does this work?

  • Spatial & Temporal Load Balancing: Ensures even distribution of usage throughout the city and peak times.
  • Dynamic Pricing & Availability: Incentivizes off-peak charging, reducing congestion and increasing availability for all users.
  • Flexible Integration: Easily integrates with existing platforms using open protocols.

Real-World Success in Vienna, Austria

In Vienna, CIAO reduced congestion and improved charger availability without costly new installations. Over 1,200 charging sessions were managed dynamically, freeing up resources and allowing more drivers to charge with ease. This proof of value shows CIAO’s scalability and effectiveness, delivering benefits like:

  • Higher Charger Availability: Less congestion at high-traffic locations.
  • Enhanced ROI for CPOs: Increased revenue from more efficient charger usage.
  • Lower Costs for Fleets: Energy discounts and better fleet utilization.
  • Improved EV Driver Experience: Fewer complaints about unavailable chargers.

With CIAO, NECTURE is setting a new standard in urban EV charging, offering a scalable solution that enhances infrastructure efficiency and supports the goals of decarbonization and sustainable mobility.

Contact Business Development: david.bierbaumer@necture.com