Innovation in Energy Award
This award recognises a breakthrough innovation that is creating significant value for customers, communities, organisations, or the wider energy sector.
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ChargeNet
Nationwide rapid DC charging network
winner
Innovation in Energy Award
New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards 2017
ChargeNet: Nationwide Rapid DC Charging Network for Electric Vehicles.
Delivering a unique implementation of renewable energy for New Zealander's, ChargeNet has built the only nationwide network of rapid DC charging in Australasia. In the last two years ChargeNet has made it possible to travel from Kaitaia to Bluff in an electric vehicle. ChargeNet has delivered this network through an innovative, collaborative business model and uniquely authored network management software. Utilizing our nations clean, locally produced energy where it can make the most impact – in transport – ChargeNet members displace over 2000 T of carbon a year.