Bengaluru-based Ionage, an e-mobility service provider has collaborated with SundayGrids, to introduce what it claims is India’s first digital solar-based EV charging platform. The platform will provide EV owners convenience of charging their vehicles using solar power anywhere, anytime, fostering a sustainable approach.
At present, Ionage has onboarded 3,000 charge points across the country and aims to add another 3,000 charge points in the next two quarters and over 100,000 charge points by 2028.
Electric vehicles pose environmental concerns, especially in fossil fuel-dependent nations like India, where each unit of electricity generates 820 grams of CO2, resulting in about 136 grams emitted per kilometre driven. Ionage aims to tackle this by utilising solar energy for charging, advocating for cleaner transportation, and lowering EVs’ carbon footprint. It also caters to eco-conscious users with space constraints for rooftop solar panels, broadening access to sustainable solutions.
Vimal Kumar, Co-Founder & CEO, Ionage Technologies said, “Our commitment to addressing critical gaps in India’s journey towards net-zero emissions is unwavering. Through innovative products like the digital solar-based EV charging platform, we are accelerating the widespread adoption of sustainable mobility, propelling India towards its ambitious carbon emissions goals.”
The platform allows EV owners to subscribe and use digital solar credits at home chargers and across all charging networks connected to the Ionage platform. Additionally, it offers opportunities for Charging Point Operators (CPOs) to reach Ionage’s 65,000 users and enable digital solar-based charging in their network.
Mathew Samuel, Co-Founder, SundayGrids said, “Together, we are disrupting the accessibility and perception of solar energy, empowering individuals and businesses to embrace clean energy solutions.”
Recently, the Indian government announced its vision through the ‘Pradhanmantri Suryoday Yojana’, which will target installing solar rooftops that are set to ensure free electricity of up to 300 units every month for one crore households. In 2022, the government shared a vision of increasing solar power capacity to 100 GW. This commitment, which underscores the national drive towards clean and sustainable energy solutions, is also perfectly aligned with the launch of this groundbreaking platform.
As of 2021, India has recorded over 1 million EV sales, and as per industry reports, this number is expected to touch 50 million by 2030. As per Moody’s Investors Service, while India has the fourth-largest car market globally, its electric vehicle (EV) penetration currently remains at just a percent.
Ionage anticipates capturing 50,000 combined subscriptions from existing and new EV owners by 2025, with a combined installation of over 60 MW through this groundbreaking platform.
