Long Dwell-Time DC-coupled Bi-directional DC EVSE and Their Utility in DC Microgrid Applications

The increasing adoption among residential and light industrial energy users of clean energy solutions like photovoltaic (PV) solar panels, combined with efficient DC-coupled battery storage and integration into DC and hybrid microgrids, offers a new opportunity for EV drivers to explore the use of DC-coupled EVSE architecture that can support efficient charging with on-premises clean solar energy and avoid inefficient AC/DC conversions. This session will highlight the use of DC-coupled EVSE as a sustainable alternative to overnight charging, which often relies on fossil fuels. It will specifically explore how residential and light commercial users can benefit from long-dwell time DC EVSE architectures, such as those developed by Enteligent, to efficiently use on-site solar power for EV charging while at work, school, or shopping.