Wallbox, a prominent provider of electric vehicle charging and energy management solutions, has announced a new collaboration with Enode, the energy orchestration platform, to allow Wallbox chargers to integrate with third-party applications and services powered by Enode throughout Europe.
As electric vehicle adoption increases, charging is becoming more closely connected to the larger energy network. Drivers seek solutions that not only reliably charge their vehicles but also assist in optimizing charging based on electricity rates, managing energy use, and connecting with the digital energy services they utilize.
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By integrating, Enode links with Wallbox’s API, allowing compatible energy applications and services to interface with Wallbox chargers. Wallbox users can connect their charger to energy platforms, enabling smart charging features, energy optimization, and personalized energy services, depending on market availability and the specific capabilities of each provider.
"Wallbox envisions a future for EV charging that is smart, connected, and seamlessly integrated into the wider energy system," stated Eduard Castañeda, Chief Product & Technology Officer at Wallbox. “Our collaboration with Enode simplifies the process for users to link their Wallbox charger with the apps and services they currently utilize, allowing them to charge more efficiently and have improved control over their energy consumption.”
Enode allows energy firms, mobility platforms, and digital service providers to link with energy devices via one unified platform. Incorporating Wallbox chargers into its ecosystem, the collaboration will simplify the integration of Wallbox devices into services like smart charging, tariff optimization, and home energy management for these companies.
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Wallbox users benefit from an integration that offers a straightforward and secure method to link compatible chargers with qualifying third-party applications, enabling access to charging data and smart energy services through energy platforms.
“Dependable connectivity is the cornerstone for creating excellent smart charging experiences on a large scale,” stated Henrik Loennechen, Head of Partnerships at Enode. "Collaborating with Wallbox enables us to consistently enhance the connection's quality and features, providing energy firms a more robust basis for smart charging and offering Wallbox users access to an expanding variety of energy services."
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The collaboration enhances Wallbox’s ongoing growth beyond charging equipment and solidifies its position in integrated energy management. Wallbox seeks to enhance interoperability between EV charging systems and digital energy services, making charging easier and more adaptable for both drivers and energy suppliers.