Network Planning and Realization (Study)
Activity 1
The objective of the activity is to align with the network planning of participating companies to form one continuous pilot network of fast charging points and ultra ones instead of fragmented national networks. It will ensure both multi-standard fast and ultra charging infrastructure is complementary, consumer-focused, enabling all relevant use cases. It will finalize the location of 222 multi-standard fast charging points and 30 ultra charging stations in the Core Network Corridors (CNC), the Core Network, and Nodes of the Core Network, and enable full connectivity to all countries of this Action (Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia) and with neighbouring countries (Germany, Austria). The charging points will be located on the CNC as follows (subject to results of network planning conducted in this activity):
The exact location may change and the final list of locations will be defined as part of this study. However, all charging points will be built across the Core Network Corridors and the Core Network (incl. Nodes of the Core Network). Final locations of the charging points deployment can deviate from the Core Network Corridors and the Core Network only in few cases and when this is duly justified and approved by INEA.
- On the Baltic-Adriatic Corridor: 21 Fast charging points (FC) and 4 Ultra-fast charging stations (UC)
- On the Mediterranean Corridor: 67 FC and 10 UC
- On the Orient/East-Med Corridor: 23 FC and 8 UC
- On the Rhine-Danube Corridor: 51 FC and 3 UC
The exact location may change and the final list of locations will be defined as part of this study. However, all charging points will be built across the Core Network Corridors and the Core Network (incl. Nodes of the Core Network). Final locations of the charging points deployment can deviate from the Core Network Corridors and the Core Network only in few cases and when this is duly justified and approved by INEA.
Technology, ICT, Renewables, and Energy Storage (Study)
Activity 2
The objective of the activity is to define the technology component for the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and services. It will establish new or adapt current Information Communication Technology (ICT) systems to be suitable for both ultra and fast charging Charge Point Operator (CPO) and Mobility Service Providers (MSP) functionalities. It will also select final set of requirements for fast and ultra charging infrastructure while ensuring downward compatibility between the two charging methods.
In addition, the Action will evaluate in a real-life pilot deployment the potential of a stationary storage to build charging stations on locations with limited grid connectivity and leverage EV uptake for promoting renewable electricity and advanced grid management. In the sub-activity 2, 2 Green Islands will be deployed, consisting of stationary energy storage system (1 in Slovenia, 1 in Croatia) to reduce cost of grid connection. An ICT battery management will be implemented. During the sub-activity, the potential to increase share of renewable energies will be assessed while an evaluation will be made on the further potential use cases such as saving grid connection costs or increasing peak capacity on the location.
In addition, the Action will evaluate in a real-life pilot deployment the potential of a stationary storage to build charging stations on locations with limited grid connectivity and leverage EV uptake for promoting renewable electricity and advanced grid management. In the sub-activity 2, 2 Green Islands will be deployed, consisting of stationary energy storage system (1 in Slovenia, 1 in Croatia) to reduce cost of grid connection. An ICT battery management will be implemented. During the sub-activity, the potential to increase share of renewable energies will be assessed while an evaluation will be made on the further potential use cases such as saving grid connection costs or increasing peak capacity on the location.
Deployment, Testing and Usage of 50 kW Charging Infrastructure (Pilot)
Activity 3
The objective of the activity is to complete the procurement and the pilot deployment of 222 50 kW multi-standard fast charging points. The charging points will include AC Type 2, DC CCS CHAdeMO. It will be based on integrated network planning with ultra charging stations and as a result of cooperation agreement that was already signed between the different groups (outside the scope of this Action).
The pilot will collect performance data on reliability, availability and occupancy by vehicle type. Furthermore, it will establish first continuous long-distance EV charging pilot network in the region, complementary to ultra charging and addressing different consumer needs (e.g. short/long breaks, required range, level of urgency, etc.). As a result, the pilot will generate data based on real-life usage and by location type. Bring down fast charging points unit cost in cohesion countries.
Data collected will be made available in open access unless it is demonstrated by the beneficiaries that it is of confidential nature based on commercial sensitivity or other issues including privacy protection and IP rights.
It will further include all processes related to the installation of all charging points (site preparation, grid connection, traffic arrangements, Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) deployment, ICT connectivity), test site and approve installation.
The pilot will collect performance data on reliability, availability and occupancy by vehicle type. Furthermore, it will establish first continuous long-distance EV charging pilot network in the region, complementary to ultra charging and addressing different consumer needs (e.g. short/long breaks, required range, level of urgency, etc.). As a result, the pilot will generate data based on real-life usage and by location type. Bring down fast charging points unit cost in cohesion countries.
Data collected will be made available in open access unless it is demonstrated by the beneficiaries that it is of confidential nature based on commercial sensitivity or other issues including privacy protection and IP rights.
It will further include all processes related to the installation of all charging points (site preparation, grid connection, traffic arrangements, Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) deployment, ICT connectivity), test site and approve installation.
Deployment, Testing and Usage of Ultra Fast Charging Infrastructure (Pilot)
Activity 4
The objective of the activity is to complete the procurement and the pilot deployment of 30 ultra charging stations with at least 1 or more outlets each, fully operational. The deployment of ultra charging points will start in 2018 to prepare for the arrival of new generation of LD-EVs (long-distance EVs) expected in the cohesion market in 2019-2020.
The pilot will validate technical and business viability of an innovative technology business client relationship. It will enable “recharging like refuelling” and establish complementary use of ultra charging points, along-side fast charging points, to address the different consumer needs (e.g. UC at higher cost for long-distances travel vs. FC for regional travel or when more time for charging is available) and enable market adoption. Generate data based on real-life usage. Bring ultra charge unit cost down in cohesion countries.
Data collected will be made available in open access unless it is demonstrated by the beneficiaries that it is of confidential nature based on commercial sensitivity or other issues including privacy protection and IP rights. It will include final detailed design for implementation, deployment of sites, including any traffic arrangements, utilities setup, installation of EVSE, testing of equipment and ICT, network integration. After launch and operation the pilot will collect data on reliability and availability, occupancy, maintenance events, charge events by vehicle type, customer identification method, duration, power.
The pilot will validate technical and business viability of an innovative technology business client relationship. It will enable “recharging like refuelling” and establish complementary use of ultra charging points, along-side fast charging points, to address the different consumer needs (e.g. UC at higher cost for long-distances travel vs. FC for regional travel or when more time for charging is available) and enable market adoption. Generate data based on real-life usage. Bring ultra charge unit cost down in cohesion countries.
Data collected will be made available in open access unless it is demonstrated by the beneficiaries that it is of confidential nature based on commercial sensitivity or other issues including privacy protection and IP rights. It will include final detailed design for implementation, deployment of sites, including any traffic arrangements, utilities setup, installation of EVSE, testing of equipment and ICT, network integration. After launch and operation the pilot will collect data on reliability and availability, occupancy, maintenance events, charge events by vehicle type, customer identification method, duration, power.
Pan-Cohesion Roll-Out Roadmap and Business Plan (Study)
Activity 5
The objective of this activity is to study the necessary steps needed for moving towards market maturing: risk reduction, financing and profitability. The Pan-Cohesion EV Roll-Out and Business Plan will include validation of technology and business viability: compare assumptions with the pilot results. Describe utilization of infrastructure and lessons learned. Evaluate comprehensive data generated, business-client relationships, and stakeholder impact (cost, revenues, environmental) and adherence to national implementation plans. An assessment of main drivers forming customer expectations on EV market, market offerings as well as revision of business models of Charge Point Operator (CPO) and Mobility Service Providers (MSP) will be conducted to ensure optimal customer oriented offerings.
Dissemination and Communication
Activity 6
The objective of this activity is to ensure efficient communication within the Consortium and towards external stakeholders; to promote EV market through all players in Cohesion, to maximize the potential combined fast and ultra-fast charging, including impacts on market supply and consumer demand and national implementation plans of the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Directive. Dissemination to all relevant external EU stakeholders and policy makers in CRO CZ, HU, RO, SI, SK, as well as regional and pan-Cohesion scale will be assured. The beneficiaries will work towards the industry alignment amongst petrol station operators, energy companies, OEMs, and with policy makers. Position EVs as a viable and affordable alternative to Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) cars will be promoted.
Project Management
Activity 7
The objective of this activity is to put into the management set and monitoring framework for efficiently, effectively and timely executing the project towards fulfilment of all project objectives and deliverables. This activity will include activity management (e.g. time and financial management), Monitoring Implementation and Risk Management as well as Action evaluation.
The organizational structure suggested for project management and decision making process is simple and enables collaboration between all the beneficiaries while maintaining lean decision process. Each of the 6 groups involved in the project: E.ON, HEP, MOL and PETROL (deploying partners) as well as BMW and NISSAN will appoint one company to be used as a leading applicant and represent the other subsidiaries in this group in the Steering Committee, enabling enable smooth communication, joint procurement, etc.
The organizational structure suggested for project management and decision making process is simple and enables collaboration between all the beneficiaries while maintaining lean decision process. Each of the 6 groups involved in the project: E.ON, HEP, MOL and PETROL (deploying partners) as well as BMW and NISSAN will appoint one company to be used as a leading applicant and represent the other subsidiaries in this group in the Steering Committee, enabling enable smooth communication, joint procurement, etc.
