South Africa Opens First Off-Grid EV Station

Key Figures & Findings: South Africa has launched its first off-grid, renewable energy-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging station in Wolmaransstad, North West. Developed by Cape-based Charge, the station is a cornerstone of a broader initiative to establish 120 solar-powered EV charging stations by 2025. The station, equipped with technology from Chinese partners Greencore Energy Solutions and Magic Power, offers six DC fast-charging points and two AC charging points for hybrid vehicles. Charge has also introduced a user-friendly app for transactions. The project is a collaboration with local landowners, including farmer Jan Holliday, whose land hosts this inaugural station.

Statistics & Insights: The facility cost approximately $25,000 and charges EVs within 25 minutes. Landowners hosting the stations earn 5% of revenue.

Future Implications: By 2025, If this initiative is completed, it could transform South Africa’s transportation infrastructure, reducing dependency on fossil fuels and this transition may bolster the adoption of EVs and renewable energy infrastructure, creating a more sustainable future for transportation.

Source:  Times Live