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AC Charging (Level 2)
Standard medium-speed electric vehicle charging using alternating current (AC), commonly deployed at offices, workplaces, and public parking lots.
C
CPMS/ CSMS Software (Charge Point/ Station Management System)
A centralized software platform that allows charge point operators to monitor, manage and operate charging networks.
Combined Charging System (CCS)
A widespread charging standard that combines AC and DC charging capabilities into a single connector system.
Charge Point Operator (CPO)
A business entity that installs, manages, operates and maintains electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
D
Dynamic Load Management (DLM)
An automated system feature that monitors real-time electricity usage and dynamically distributes available power across active chargers.
Demand Response
Programs and technologies that reduce or shift electricity usage at charging points during peak periods to maintain power grid stability.
DC Fast Charging
High-speed electric vehicle charging utilizing high-voltage direct current (DC), typically installed at commercial hubs, highways, or fleet depots.
E
EV Fleet Management Software
A unified digital platform for operating EV fleets that merges vehicle telematics, route planning, battery status, and charging schedules into a single operational interface.
eMobility Service Provider (eMSP)
A company that provides EV drivers with access to charging networks, managing user profiles, mobile applications, and billing processes.
EV Roaming
A cross-network capability that allows electric vehicle drivers to access and pay for charging across different operator networks using a single account.
F
Fleet Electrification
The systematic process of transitioning commercial, corporate, or public transport fleets away from internal combustion engines to electric vehicles.
G
Greentech
The application of software, technology, and science to create eco-friendly products and processes that mitigate environmental impacts and support sustainability.
I
ISO 15118
An international communication standard defining secure data exchange between electric vehicles and charging points.
L
Load Balancing
The process of coordinating EV charging with other facility electrical loads to keep total power consumption within allowed grid limits and prevent peak spikes.
O
OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol)
An open communication protocol that ensures seamless, standardized interoperability between diverse EV charging stations and central management software.
OCPI (Open Charge Point Interface)
An open protocol that facilitates communication and interoperability between charging networks, eMobility service providers, and EV drivers, enabling EV roaming across different operators.
Off-Peak Charging
The practice of scheduling EV charging sessions during low-demand hours, usually overnight, to take advantage of cheaper utility rates.
OpenADR (Open Automated Demand Response)
An open standard for automated utility-to-device communication that helps EV charging infrastructure adapt to power grid demand fluctuations.
P
Peak Shaving
A cost-reduction strategy that minimizes grid energy consumption during high-demand hours by delaying charging sessions or lowering charger power outputs.
Plug & Charge
A technology enabled by ISO 15118 that automatically authenticates and initiates charging instantly upon connection, without cards or mobile apps.
R
Real-time Energy Management
A continuous monitoring feature that tracks energy consumption in real time to optimize power distribution and lower operational costs.
S
Smart Grid Technology
An advanced, modernized electrical grid utilizing digital communication and IoT to dynamically monitor, balance, and respond to shifting electricity demand.
Smart Charging
The intelligent optimization of electric vehicle charging that uses data, automation, and pricing signals to control when and how vehicles draw power.
Site Host
A business or property owner that installs and hosts electric vehicle charging stations on their premises to service fleets, customers, or employees.
T
Time-of-Use (TOU) Tariffs
Electricity pricing models where utility rates fluctuate throughout the day, which smart charging systems leverage to minimize overall energy costs.
Telematics
A technology that collects and transmits real-time vehicle data, such as location, battery status, energy use, and driving patterns, to support operational decisions.
V
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
A bi-directional technology that allows electric vehicles to not only draw power but also discharge energy back into the electrical grid during peak demand.
