Stockholm is relying on networked, battery-supported systems and digital solutions to reduce environmental pollution and electrify urban transport. “The cooperation with the smart city of Stockholm is not only an outstanding vote of confidence in our concept of urban fast charging networks. Following our market entry in the Netherlands last May, it is also another important step in the implementation of our European city cluster strategy, with significant impact,” says Maurice Neligan, CEO of Jolt.
Nils Blom, project manager at the City of Stockholm, adds: “The cooperation with Jolt Energy is an important element for us in achieving our ambitious climate targets. This is a good example of a technology that enables ultra-fast charging in areas with limited grid capacity.” According to Jolt CEO Neligan, the company expects that German cities will increasingly follow the example of Sweden in using a space-saving and extremely powerful battery-supported fast-charging infrastructure to make an important contribution to achieving their climate protection goals.
Easy installation without the need for grid expansion
Jolt's fast charging stations, equipped with a powerful battery storage unit, require only a connection to the low-voltage grid despite a maximum charging capacity of up to 300 kW. This enables quick and easy installation without the need for extensive construction work or grid expansion. Electric cars can be charged at Jolt charging stations in just five minutes for a range of more than 100 kilometers. This means that an electric car can often be charged from around 20 to 80% in the time it takes to visit a supermarket, which is usually around 20 minutes, and meets exactly the demand that citizens have for electric mobility.
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Jolt's high-performance charging technology is also extremely space-efficient, because significantly more cars can be charged daily at one station than with conventional AC charging technology. “This technology offers significant advantages, especially in densely populated cities where parking space is scarce. The high level of space efficiency frees up additional space for cycle paths, public transport or green recreational areas, which increases the quality of life in cities,” explains Rauno Fuchs, Vice President Government Affairs at Jolt and an expert in sustainable urban development.
HPC charging infrastructure in public spaces all over Europe
Jolt plans, finances and operates fast-charging clusters in metropolitan areas as a Charge Point Operator (CPO). In Germany and the Netherlands. The company is already pursuing a sustainable strategic expansion of its public charging network on private property in major cities such as Munich, Berlin, Hamburg, The Hague and Rotterdam. With the lighthouse project in Stockholm, Jolt is also demonstrating the effectiveness of its city cluster strategy on public land.
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“We invite all German city leaders to learn about our partnership with Stockholm and other innovative European cities and to benefit from these experiences. Together, we can implement solutions for a fast and cost-efficient expansion of HPC charging infrastructure in public spaces – without placing an additional burden on municipal budgets,” says Jolt CEO Maurice Neligan. (hcn)
