BlueBird Power Reaches 2,000 Smart EV Charging Points

The Dutch start-up BlueBird Power has reached an important milestone with 2,000 smart EV charging points under its own management.

These charging stations enable households to charge their electric vehicles directly using self-generated solar energy. The continued growth of the network supports the company’s ambition to work with energy suppliers and partners. Together, they aim to use locally generated renewable energy more intelligently and reduce pressure on the electricity grid.

The charging stations from BlueBird Power store solar energy directly in an electric vehicle’s battery without first feeding it back into the grid.

This allows homeowners to use more of their own renewable energy while reducing their reliance on grid electricity. Early users have demonstrated the effectiveness of the technology, with vehicles being charged using up to 99% solar energy on sunny days.

Thanks to dynamic phase switching, the charging capacity automatically adjusts to the available solar production. This ensures charging can take place when sufficient solar energy is available while helping to reduce peak demand on the electricity grid.

Driving on solar energy with 2,000 smart EV charging points

Bart Holthuizen, Director and Head of Product at BlueBird Power, explains:

“Many charging stations and electric vehicles require a minimum charging power of 4.2 kW for three-phase charging. Solar panels often generate less than this, meaning grid electricity is still used. Our chargers overcome this limitation with smart phase-switching technology, minimising the CO₂ emissions associated with grid electricity.”

The chargers are designed for straightforward installation and support automatic off-peak charging when combined with dynamic energy tariffs. They are also developed, produced and assembled in the Netherlands.

With 2,000 charging points under its own management, the company is moving closer to its goal of working with energy suppliers and partners. The aim is to use locally generated energy more intelligently and contribute to a stable and sustainable energy system.

Customers can choose between the BlueSky Tethered Home Charger and the BlueSky Socket Home Charger.

Solar production, household energy use and charging sessions can be monitored through the BlueBird Power app.

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