203 - The Electrification Benefits Episode
About this episode
Karl Bach from Axle Energy explains how their software enables EV chargers and home batteries to provide grid flexibility, helping balance supply and demand while earning money for users. Unlike energy suppliers like Octopus Energy, Axle Energy operates behind the scenes with charger manufacturers and battery providers, optimizing charging times without degrading batteries or inconveniencing drivers. The discussion covers market size, technical requirements, and how smart charging can benefit from excess renewable energy. The episode also highlights resources for comparing public EV charging prices and raises awareness about carbon literacy.
In Episode 203 Gary discusses some of the financial benefits which accrue from owning an electric car. These include specific tariffs and demand management sessions.
We'll be looking at the sort of things that can make EV ownership profitable.
Guest Details: Karl Bach
Karl is the co-founder and CEO of Axle Energy. Axle's software connects EVs, batteries, and electric heating to flexibility markets, helping households save up to £500/yr. Prior to founding Axle, Karl worked in various capacities in energy & decarbonisation, most recently at Bulb.
The EV Musings Podcast is sponsored by Zapmap, the go-to app for EV drivers, helping you find and pay for public charging with confidence.
Links in the show notes:
- UK ‘net zero’ aviation ambitions must resolve questions around alternatives to jet fuel - Carbon Literacy fact
- Chargenet.co.uk - - Cool thing
Episode produced by Arran Sheppard at Urban Podcasts: https://www.urbanpodcasts.co.uk
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