ENECHANGE Signs Collaboration Agreement with Tokai Village, Ibaraki Prefecture on “Promoting Zero Carbon City through the Adoption of EVs”
ENECHANGE Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Tomoya Maruoka),is pleased to announce that it has signed a collaboration agreement with Tokai Village in Ibaraki Prefecture to promote the realization of a zero-carbon city through the advancement of EV adoption. We have installed ENECHANGE EV Charge Level 2 charging ports at two public facilities within the village. We will continue to support the progress of Tokai Village’s local community, the construction of EV charging infrastructure, and the realization of a zero-carbon city.
The signing ceremony of the collaboration agreementR: Osamu Yamada, Mayor of Tokai Village, Ibaraki Prefecture.L: Yoshihisa Naito, Executive Officer of EV Charging Service Business Division, ENECHANGE Ltd
Background of the Agreement
Tokai Village in Ibaraki Prefecture is promoting the use of clean energy and the adoption of EVs in line with the “Zero Carbon City Declaration”. Since 2012, the village has been developing solar power projects by leasing roofs and land of village-owned facilities, and promoting the spread of renewable energy by effectively utilizing public facilities, such as installing mega solar systems in the town hall parking lot. Against this backdrop, ENECHANGE is advancing the installation of ENECHANGE EV Charge to improve convenience for EV users and promote the adoption of EVs among village residents.
Details of the Collaboration Agreement
- Promotion of clean energy and EV adoption
- Enhancement of EV charging infrastructure
- Development of regional economies through tourism and industry promotion
- Environmental conservation, energy saving, and realization of a decarbonized society
- Provision of standard EV charging infrastructure during disasters
- Other actions necessary to achieve the goal
Introduction of ENECHANGE EV Charge at Public Facilities
ENECHANGE has implemented its ENECHANGE EV Charge, the 6kW Level 2 Charging ports, at two public facilities in Tokai Village, Ibaraki Prefecture, and is already operational.
≪Installed sites/number of ports installed≫Two sites, total of 8 ports
≪Details of the sites≫
| Tokai Village General Welfare Centre ‘Kizuna’ | 4 ports |
| Tokai Village Library | 4 ports |
≪Charging Port Overview≫
Model installed: Charge 2
Authentication type: ENECHANGE EV Charge app, charging cards
・Maximum output: 6kW *Capable of charging at twice the speed of other Level 2 charging ports (3 kW)
・Connector: Type 1 standard, usable with all EVs and PHVs *Tesla requires a conversion adapter
・Voltage: 200V (AC)
・Charging cable length: approx. 5 m
ENECHANGE EV Charge
ENECHANGE has been providing the EV Charging Service since November 2021 to contribute to the realization of a decarbonized society. ENECHANGE EV Charge is an EV charging service that allows the use of 3kW/6kW Level 2 charging ports installed at commercial facilities, accommodations, offices, and condominiums nationwide. It offers plans with zero installation and monthly fees, and is the choice among many businesses for its total support from installation to operation.
ENECHANGE also has the No.1-downloaded* free app to allow for easy checking of charge port availability and conducting charging sessions and payment processes. Additionally, it enables searching for charging ports from ENECHANGE and other companies. By registering the vehicle model, it can display the difference between charging costs and gasoline costs, and suggest the optimal charging plan.
In addition to app payments, where the user only pays for the amount charged, charging cards provided by e-Mobility Power and various automobile companies are also available. Furthermore, the “ENECHANGE Passport”, flat-rate subscription plan of 2,980 yen (tax included) per month, allows multiple charges during daytime hours and offers significant economic benefits especially to EV users without home charging facilities.
*Based on the number of downloads from five EV charging services on iOS & Android as of February 2024, as researched by data.ai.
ENECHANGE EV Charge website: https://ev-charge-enechange.jp/
ENECHANGE EV Charge app
ENECHANGE Ltd.
ENECHANGE is an energy technology company that promotes a carbon-free society through digital innovation, with the mission of Changing Energy For A Better World.
Founded in 2015 and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange Mothers in 2020 (now known as the Tokyo Stock Exchange Growth Market, Securities Code: 4169), the company offers solutions across the entire energy retail value chain — including procurement, demand and supply management, retail and sales, and customer support — to meet the evolving needs of consumers and energy retailers in light of the “4Ds” of energy: Deregulation, Decentralization, Decarbonization and Digitalization.
Note : This document has been translated from the Japanese original for reference purposes only. In the event of any discrepancy between this translated document and the Japanese original, the original shall prevail.