● Enel X joins Sterling and Wilson to establish a 50-50 joint venture (JV) to boost the deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across India ● BNEF forecasts that by 2040, 33% of India’s passenger vehicles will be electric ● Adequate charging infrastructure deployment is part of the central government’s FAME-II scheme to support EV adoption Rome and Mumbai, February 26th, 2021 -- Enel X, the Enel Group’s advanced energy solutions business line and Sterling and Wilson Pvt Ltd (SWPL), a Shapoorji Pallonji group company and India’s leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) company, have entered into a joint venture (JV) aimed at accelerating electric vehicle (EV) adoption across India. Starting from April 2021, the JV will leverage Enel X’s 50+ years’ experience executing on the world’s most complex integrated infrastructure projects as well as the engineering, operations and deployment expertise of SWPL to promote the adoption of smart EV charging infrastructure across India. Francesco Venturini, Enel X CEO, said: “This partnership represents an important step forward in our energy and mobility transition strategy. We are leading the spread of electric mobility in several global markets, including Europe and North America and we are thrilled to work with Sterling and Wilson, marking our entry into the Indian market. Joining forces allows our teams to leverage our extensive market knowledge and technical experience, helping to deliver effective results, as well as making important steps towards a clean and sustainable future. We will support the JV by bringing electric mobility solutions to market that are fit for local needs, accessible, and convenient for all EV drivers, significantly contributing to the decarbonization of the transport sector across India and subsequently South East Asia.” Sanjay Jadhav, Sterling Generators Pvt Ltd CEOsaid: “As part of our commitment to sustainability, we are happy to announce our entry into the electric mobility segment through a joint venture with Enel X, providing end-to-end services for electric vehicle charging stations across India. The quick electric charger will be a game-changer for the EV sector in the country and is in line with the national vision to combat fossil fuel pollution and associated climate change through accelerated electrification of private and public transportation. The JV will help create direct and indirect employment through local manufacturing and operations & maintenance services of the charging infrastructure.” The JV will enable the deployment of Enel X commercial EV charging solutions. The new business will market, distribute and customize its portfolio of existing smart charging solutions, including the JuiceBox and JuicePump for India’s market needs. In addition, the JV will leverage Enel X’s charging infrastructures’ software platform. The partnership is in line with the Enel Group’s commitment to boosting the development of electric mobility, a key element in decarbonizing the energy and transportation sectors globally. Enel X is committed to delivering public and private charging infrastructure, software and services to overcome usage barriers and to create new economic, social, and environmental value for all, including shareholders, consumers, businesses, and public administrations. India has joined the global electrification transition. BNEF forecasts that by 2040, 33% of India’s passenger vehicles and over 60% of two-wheel vehicles will be electric. Adequate charging infrastructure deployment is part of the central government’s FAME-II scheme to support EV adoption. As noted in a recent Woods Mackenzie report, at the state level, there are several proposed or approved plans to set deployment targets, reduce financial barriers, improve building codes with EV-readiness and encourage collaboration with planning authorities and electricity supply agencies. The joint venture between Enel X and Sterling and Wilson is expected to be incorporated on April 1st, 2021, and will start operating in the second quarter of 2021. About Enel X Enel X is the Enel Group's global business line dedicated to the development of innovative products and digital solutions in sectors where energy is showing the greatest potential for transformation: cities, homes, industries and electric mobility. The company is a global leader in the advanced energy solution sector, managing services such as demand response for around 6 GW of total capacity at global level and 116 MW of storage capacity installed worldwide, as well as a leading player in the electric mobility sector, with around 175,000 public and private EV charging stations across the globe. Enel X designs and develops solutions focusing on sustainability and circular economy principles in order to provide people, communities, institutions and companies with an alternative model that respects the environment and integrates technological innovation into daily life. Follow Enel X on social media channels: LinkedIn: @EnelX Twitter: @EnelXGlobal and @EnelXChargingNA Instagram: @EnelXGlobal and @EnelXChargingNA Facebook: @EnelXGlobal About Sterling and Wilson Group (S&W Group) Sterling and Wilson Group (S&W Group) is one of India’s leading engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) companies. The Group operates across the globe in more than 30 countries with a strong presence in regions such as the Middle East, Africa, Europe, the Americas and Australia. S&W Group has grown from a turnover of USD 402 million* in FY2012 to USD 1.4 billion** in FY2020. From being mainly focused on doing MEP projects in India, the Group over the past 10 years has set up global operations in MEP, Diesel Generator sets, Gas-based Power Plants, Turnkey Data Centers, Transmission & Distribution, and Solar EPC. With its recent foray into Energy Storage, Sterling and Wilson is perfectly poised to play a pivotal role in the global trend of moving away from thermal plants to a future of renewable energy with storage. As a responsible corporate entity, Sterling and Wilson has been actively contributing to socio-economic development of the communities in which it operates, through various CSR activities. https://sterlingandwilson.com/
Climate scientists’ reports about 2020 carbon emissions numbers are sobering. An analysis of global temperatures by the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies shows that 2020 was the warmest year on record. That’s despite the cooling effect of last year’s La Niña event. The previous six years are all among the hottest ever. It’s a wake-up call. There’s no doubt that political and business leaders need to institute smart and aggressive climate policies. But at the same time, we can each take steps to reduce our carbon footprint. Even small changes can add up to a big impact. This article will explain what a carbon footprint is and how it is calculated. It also offers four key ways to reduce your carbon footprint. What is a carbon footprint? Your carbon footprint is the total amount of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases generated by your existence. Carbon footprints are measured by the ton. According to The Nature Conservancy, which offers a carbon footprint calculator, the average carbon footprint for a person in the U.S. is a whopping 16 tons per year. The non-profit states that everyone would need to reduce their footprint down to 2 tons by 2050 to avoid a catastrophic 2-degree Celsius rise in global temperature. For the average individual, that means reducing your carbon footprint by nearly 90%! That’s a steep order, but if you know which aspects of your lifestyle have the most environmental impact, you can take meaningful steps towards that reduction target. One of the most impactful areas to focus on is transportation. That’s because, in America, transportation accounts for the largest share of greenhouse gas emissions, representing 28% of total emissions. Passenger vehicles—our cars, S.U.V.s, and trucks—produce the highest portion (59%) of those transit-related carbon emissions. Even a moderately efficient 25-mpg car represents more than 4 tons of emissions per year—based on average annual driving in the U.S. Drivers can slice off about 2 tons of climate emissions by cutting in half the miles driven in a year. You can achieve that by replacing car-trips with walking, biking, or taking public transit. Technology, such as vehicle electrification, is also a part of the solution. Let’s take a look at the four top ways to reduce your carbon footprint, without sacrificing the conveniences of a modern lifestyle. 1. Drive an electric vehicle On average, electric vehicles are about four times more efficient than gas-powered cars. What would switching to electric mean for your carbon footprint? • An efficient, 34-mpg Toyota Camry emits 3.9 tons of direct CO2 emissions based on 13,500 miles of annual driving. • A Tesla Model 3 produces 0 direct emissions from the tailpipe for those same miles. Direct tailpipe emissions include smog-forming pollutants harmful to human health and greenhouse gas emissions that contribute to climate change. While electric vehicles produce zero tailpipe emissions, they still require energy from the grid. The exact amount of carbon emissions associated with powering an EV varies depending on geography and where your electricity comes from. On average, electric vehicles today produce about 36% fewer annual emissions than their gas-powered counterpart. There’s a myth that all-electric vehicles are too expensive. The venerable Consumer Reports magazine published a 2020 study finding that EVs cost between $6,000 to $10,000 less than internal-combustion vehicles over the lifetime of use. Upfront purchase prices are reduced by EV and EVSE rebates worth between a couple hundred and as much as $7,500 the federal EV tax credit depending on the vehicle make and model. Try Enel X’s EVSE incentive tool for the specific rebates available to you based on your region. 2. Install solar or buy Renewable Energy Credits According to the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, home rooftop solar could generate enough power to offset 39% of America’s electricity needs. Now consider research published in Nature Energy showing that solar’s carbon footprint is many times lower than coal. That’s the case even after considering emissions during solar panels’ production. The considerable savings in CO2 emissions start to add up when you consider that U.S. residential utility customers, on average, consume more than 10,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity. Every single kilowatt-hour represents nearly one pound of CO2 emissions, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Alternatively, if you can’t install solar at home, you can still match the electricity used to charge your electric car with renewable energy. JuiceEco, a clean energy solution from Enel X, enables EV owners to purchase Renewable Energy Credits (RECs). This is an easy and affordable way to make up for the energy used for vehicle charging and lower your carbon footprint even more. The environmental benefits of home solar are more pronounced for EV drivers, who are not only displacing utility-generated electricity but also CO2 emitted from their car’s tailpipe. If home solar is sized sufficiently to power your electric vehicle, your driving immediately becomes zero emissions. 3. Improve energy efficiency and buy electric appliances Electricity represents 27% of America’s greenhouse gas emissions. That’s a close second to transportation. Thankfully, a host of energy efficient appliances can help reduce your home’s carbon footprint. Start by switching to LED lights. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, residential LEDs use at least 75% less energy and last 25 times longer than incandescent lighting. The DOE estimates that widespread use of LED lighting by 2027 could save the equivalent output of 44 large electric power plants. Switching to all-electric appliances is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint. Electric heat pump water heaters are up to four times as efficient as conventional gas or electric water heaters. And if paired with home solar panels, you can use electric appliances without producing any carbon emissions. Other smart home devices also provide automation features to reduce carbon emissions. Smart light switches automatically turn off at a set hour. A connected thermostat provides only the heat or AC needed for comfort. Sensors and data learn your lifestyle patterns and habits for maximum energy efficiency. When combined with high-performance insulated windows and air-tight enclosures, natural warmth can be captured and maintained. For EV owners, a charging station effectively becomes the home’s largest electric appliance. Leveraging the time-of-use scheduling feature, the JuiceBox smart EV home charging station can easily be configured to automatically charge at the times when energy is cleanest and most affordable. 4. Shop with a conscience While transportation and electricity represent significant opportunities to reduce your carbon footprint, we can do more. The tried-and-true three Rs are still compelling: reduce, re-use, and recycle. The Natural Resources Defense Council reports that the average American generates about 4.5 pounds of trash every day. Every item we buy has a supply chain—a trail of extraction, production, and distribution that requires energy consumption and carbon output. To reduce those impacts, the NRDC. recommends adopting a total-lifecycle mindset and buying well-made, long-lasting products and borrowing items that you rarely use. Do individual choices make a difference? Smart public climate policy is a must. But our consumer decisions—whether it’s switching to an electric vehicle or reducing single-use plastic—also adds up. Using an online carbon-footprint calculator can be an eye-opening experience. The good news is that there are personal changes that can make a difference without breaking the budget or giving up the conveniences of the modern world. All these decisions have ripple effects. Start with low-hanging fruit, those changes that are easiest for you personally to make. Then take some bigger steps that will have the largest environmental impact, such as switching to an electric car or installing solar panels. We can learn a lot from others who are leading the way. Find out how the LeBlanc family in New Brunswick, Canada reduced their carbon footprint with smart home features, including smart EV charging. Read the case study
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Enel X have announced a partnership to expand electric vehicle infrastructure in Brazil in 2021. The agreement, which is the first of its kind between an auto manufacturer and e-Mobility infrastructure provider in Latin America, is aimed at supporting the adoption of electric vehicles. New electric models from FCA are expected to enter the market later this year, including the Fiat 500e and Jeep Compass hybrid. “The strategic partnership with FCA is in line with our commitment to offering innovative technological solutions and added-value services aiming to boost electric mobility, contributing to a responsible and efficient energy consumption and the transition to a more sustainable global energy system to benefit residential customers, businesses and cities,” said Enel X president Francisco Scroffa The agreement is part of a broader strategic initiative to modernize the city of São Paulo’s electrical infrastructure known as the Urban Futurability Project. With an investment of more than R $125 million/ USD $233 million, Urban Futurability is Enel's largest network innovation project, comprised of 40 different projects aimed at electrifying the city’s energy network. Once complete, the project will transform the city’s grid infrastructure, creating a modern network that will support the expected growth of electric vehicles and distributed energy resources. The project is aligned with São Paulo goals, which is one of the first cities in Latin America to implement a comprehensive plan to fight climate change. "e-Mobility goes far beyond electric cars, it is a project that consists of several factors. All this with a single objective: to promote sustainable mobility, this being one of FCA’s main priorities. The automotive industry remodels itself with sustainable solutions, but always seeking to offer the best possible experience to a customer during their journey," said Antonio Filosa, FCA president for Latin America. In order to support the number of electric vehicles that are expected to flood Vila Olímpia, Enel X is developing e-Mobility solutions throughout São Paulo’s bustling city center. While Enel X charging solutions vary by market and geographies, Enel X has over 170,000 charging ports available globally and in 2020 created the first 100% electric Pan-American charging corridor as seen in Long Way Up, the documentary series that followed Ewan McGregor and Charley Boorman as they rode electric motorcycles from Argentina to California. With an eye to future generations, Enel X is embarking on a journey to deploy its comprehensive solutions to satisfy the needs of consumers, businesses and communities across the Americas. “We applaud Fiat Chrysler Automobiles for taking an important step towards vehicle electrification. The partnership with Enel X in Brazil will help make EV charging infrastructure more accessible throughout the region, and we look forward to growing the relationship with FCA in North America,” said Giovanni Bertolino, Head of Enel X e-Mobility, North America
Porsche Italia, Q8 and Enel X announced an agreement to install ultrafast charging stations at 20 Q8 service areas by the end of 2021. In Europe, Enel X offers 300 kW DCFC charging stations and a network that allows EV drivers to charge two electric vehicles at the same time in just a few minutes. Once active, the project’s ultrafast stations will be integrated into the Porsche mobility ecosystem and be available on the Enel X JuicePass app, adding to the company’s 12,000+ charging ports in Italy. Pietro Innocenti, CEO of Porsche Italia, remarked: “Thanks to this collaborative effort, we are able to offer our customers a complete package of charging solutions, making it even easier to embrace zero-emission mobility. This includes developing a smart ecosystem with multiple charging options, at home and on the go, including ultrafast charging stations at our 30 Italian Porsche Centers and charging facilities at prestigious destinations, such as the restaurants and hotels that normally serve our customers.” The agreement also indicates that each High Power Charging (HPC) is reserved for Porsche customers. EV drivers will be able to charge their Porsche Taycans up to 80% in about 20 minutes at Q8 filling stations. “Electric mobility is increasingly establishing itself as a winning choice, and not just as an alternative to traditional mobility. The agreement with Q8 and Porsche is a demonstration of how all the players in the supply chain are working together in harmony to foster this change”, said Augusto Raggi, Head of Enel X Italy. “We are working to install the largest possible number of ultrafast charging stations throughout the country because we strongly believe that those who drive electric cars not only need to be able to count on an easily accessible and resilient network of charging points, but also have the opportunity to fill up with power as fast as possible.” The first ultrafast charging station will be inaugurated at the Q8 service area of Paderno Dugnano (province of Milan), followed by other service stations at other key junctions of daily traffic and seasonal tourism, including Carate Brianza (province of Monza Brianza), Erbusco (province of Brescia), Padua, Perugia, Rome, Naples, Polignano a Mare (province of Bari), Brindisi, and Porto Rotondo (province of Oristano). “In this period of energy transition, Q8’s objective is to contribute to the creation of the infrastructure necessary for sustainable mobility so as to meet the needs of all consumers, including the increasingly numerous population of those who have chosen hybrid or full electric cars,” declared Giuseppe Zappalà, CEO of Q8. “Thanks to reputable partners such as Porsche Italia and Enel X, the Q8 network will be strengthened even further by providing an electric recharging experience that mimics the time and methods it takes to top up at traditional refuelling stations”. Enel X is Enel’s global business line dedicated to the development of innovative products and digital solutions in the sectors where energy is showing the highest potential for transformation: cities, homes, industry, and electric mobility. The company is a global leader in the advanced energy solution sector, managing services such as demand response with around 6 GW of total capacity at a worldwide level and 116 MW of storage capacity installed around the globe. It is also a leading player in the electric mobility sector, with around 170,000 public and private EV charging ports available around the world. “The Enel X partnership with Porsche and Q8 in Italy serves as an example of the type of collaboration that is critical for scaling electric vehicle infrastructure. Globally and here in North America, demand for electric vehicles continues to grow each year. Partnerships between EV infrastructure providers, automakers, and utilities are key to ensuring a successful transition to an electric future.” Giovanni Bertolino, Head of eMobility, Enel X North America
As awareness increases around climate change, more families and individuals are seeking a greener lifestyle. Do you want to reduce your carbon footprint? If so, two key areas to explore in reducing carbon emissions are your transportation habits and your home. That’s because together, transportation and housing account for more than half of an individual’s carbon footprint within the U.S. The easiest ways to reduce your carbon emissions associated with transportation are to fly less (that’s easy these days!) and drive electric. On the energy savings side, you can go green without building a new house. There are numerous energy efficiency and smart home energy performance upgrades you can make to your existing house to have a positive impact on the environment and help in efforts to reduce climate change. The affordability and complexity of these approaches may vary, but there are many simple, quick, and affordable ways to turn your home into an energy efficient smart home. This passive house design in New Brunswick, Canada is a smart, eco-friendly dream home you can take inspiration from. This article will explain key sustainable design concepts, such as the passive homes and smart homes, and highlight sustainable passive house design elements of the Scoudouc River Passive House. What is a passive house? A passive home leverages passive building principles to attain a high level of energy performance and building comfort. The concept of passive building dates back to antiquity. Ancient civilizations took advantage of thermal elements, such as the direction and angle of the sun, or materials used within a building, to provide natural heating and cooling without the use of electricity. Of course this was an essential need since electricity did not exist! Over the last two decades, as more people have become interested in improving home energy efficiency and their ecological footprint, the idea of passive housing has returned with renewed popularity and is widely practiced today. In this type of structure, the passive movement of air within a home is optimized to maintain thermal comfort with minimal space conditioning or heating required. A common example of passive design principle is a solarium designed to face south towards the equator, to provide natural passive heating. Low-energy heating can also be accomplished with high insulation, high performance windows, and air-tight enclosures to prevent heat transfer. Passive house principles can be applied to all building types, from single-family homes, to multi-family apartments, to office buildings and even skyscrapers. What is a smart home? Savvy homeowners are upgrading their existing home appliances with smart, WiFi connected devices to take charge of their energy savings. In smart homes, green technology is often a core design principle where nearly every element of the home, such as the thermostat, refrigerator, lighting, blinds, and EV charger, are all digitally connected. Smart devices allow homeowners to monitor and control their energy consumption. They also typically provide scheduling and automation features to make users’ lives easier while improving energy efficiency. More and more, homeowners and tenants expect to have the convenience of managing their everyday appliances through their phones. Whether it’s home energy consumption, security, or health, people today appreciate the benefits of ease, control, sustainability and access to useful data. This trend of utilizing technology to improve home life has been progressing for decades with the growth of the Internet-of-Things. Once inspired by early adopters and tech geeks, now mainstream residents seek digital connectivity and want to be able to say, “Hey Google, turn off the lights.” The green dream: Off-grid solar + storage + EV charging The dream of a green home continues to increase. A recent National Realtors’ Association survey found that nearly 70% of homebuyers prefer sustainable, efficient homes. The Scoudouc River Passive House in Shediac, New Brunswick, Canada, is a dream green home. It was designed by Lise Fournier - Filo plus, built by Riko Homes, and engineered by HAVEN. The 2,600 square foot home (with a 1,300 square foot mezzanine!) was completed for the LeBlanc family in under 10 months. The family and the team of designers and builders are passionate about green building. “We really pushed for the most energy efficient envelope, which was principle to our design,” said Richard LeBlanc. “The building is as energy efficient as possible, which makes a lot of sense and the payback period is relatively short.” The certified passive house has been outfitted with passive solar design and passive heating. The home is a 100% off-grid passive house that gets its energy from an array of 20 kW solar panels, 100 kW lithium-ion battery system, and a geothermal heat pump. Despite harsh Canadian weather conditions, the house stays warm and comfortable year-round due to its passive design that controls ventilation and heat loss. The energy used comes from 100% off-grid clean energy sources. This is the passive house standard. The family outfitted their garage with two Enel X JuiceBox Smart EV Chargers, each with their own 50-amp circuit and breaker, to have ready for the Tesla Cybertruck they have ordered. They are particularly excited about the scheduling feature, which allows them to schedule the timing of vehicle charging with times when there is ample energy available, such as in the middle of the day when production from solar panels often peaks. Enel X data shows that a popular hour to charge is between 11-12am , during off-peak energy hours. Another key smart EV charging feature the family plans to take advantage of is load balancing. If more than one electric vehicle is plugged in at a time and needs to charge, load balancing enables JuiceBox customers to reduce and cap total EV charging load. With load balancing, you can control the amount of energy delivered to the vehicle so that it does not exceed a certain amount of kilowatts. Smart home features The home uses a wide variety of smart home appliances, listed below: Lighting and Shades LEDs + Lutron Controls, wifi enabled Window Technology Vetta Tilt and Turn European Windows Ventilation Alnor PremAir 450, auto relative humidity and CO2 controls Voice Controls Google Home + Amazon Alexa light switches Smart Speakers Sonos Door Deadbolts and Garage Doors WiFi-enabled EV Charging Enel X JuiceBox Home EV Chargers TV Harmony Software, WiFi-enabled Camera Dahua Technology Doorbell Dahua WiFi Video doorbell Garden Controls Exterior lights and exterior speakers Fireplace Renaissance Linear 50 Wood Burning Fireplace Kitchen / Bath Water Appliances Riobel Get more info about the sustainable design elements of this eco-friendly home and see pictures. Download Case Study