Benefits of electric vehicles
Electric vehicles (EV) are becoming increasingly popular, offering a number of benefits:
Cheaper to run - EV offers a cheaper alternative to petrol or diesel
Cheaper to maintain - relatively little servicing needed
Better for the environment due to reduced emissions
Health benefits due to reduced emissions
The UK has a large number of public EV charging points, however charging at home is often the most convenient and cost-effective way to charge an EV. An increasing number of workplaces are also now installing an EV charging point for use by employees and visitors.
EV units either import from the national grid or use the energy generated by a solar or wind power system.
Charging your electric vehicle
At Total Renewable Solutions we work with myenergi to offer the zappi unit.
Available in 7kw and 22kw three-phase units, the zappi is an eco-smart EV charger, which operates both as a traditional EV charger and also allows you to charge your EV using the energy generated from your PV system, where installed.
The zappi can charge for free using your PV charger during the day and be set to charge at the most economical times at night if you have preferred economy rates from your energy provider. If you don’t have PV, zappi operates like a normal EV charging station importing from the grid.
Features and benefits
With the zappi, charge power is continuously adjusted in response to changes in generation or power consumption elsewhere in the home. Charging will continue until the vehicle is fully charged, even if power is drawn from the grid.
Features and benefits include:
Programmable timer function
Dynamic load balancing for maximum installation flexibilit
Charge and event logging
Pin-code lock funtion
Tap operated display backlight
Built-in RCD protection
Integral cable holster
Remote control and monitoring add-on option
Supplier with clip-on grid current sensor
3x charging modes: eco, eco + and fast
Optimises microgeneration self-consumption
Economy tariff sensing
18th edition ready
Available in 7kW or 22kW (3 phase)
OLEV (Home Scheme) approved - Hub device required
3 year warranty
Expert advice on the right solution for you
Total Renewable Solutions are an MCS accredited supplier and installer of renewable energy solutions. Our expert surveyors will work with you to create a bespoke system that is right for your property and budget and will advise on the potential running costs and savings of your system based on your unique circumstances.
