The Government of Canada continues to push for the uptake of electric vehicles across the nation — its latest move being the investment of nearly $2 million for Quebec-based Mogile Technologies to develop two EV infrastructure solutions for the province.
“To get more Canadians on the roads in electric vehicles right now, we have to simplify the charging experience,” said Simon Ouellette, CEO, Mogile Technologies. “To make these choices ubiquitous in the future, we need to build an infrastructure that optimizes available energy resources.”
The investment is split in two, with the first project receiving $1.136 million to test new technology that is both compatible with other EV charging networks, and designed to lower the demand on the power grid during peak periods. The project is also meant to allow for dynamic adjustment of power output and pricing at charging stations, based on predicted use.
The second project receives an investment of $861,000 to develop a simple-use, single account for EV drivers to pay for the use of any charging station. The project is also expected to help improve the overall business model for operators of charging infrastructures.
The investment was announced by Amarjeet Sohi, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, with both projects funded through the federal government’s Green Infrastructure Program.
“Getting more electric vehicles on the road is a practical and effective way for Canadians to reduce pollution and fight climate change,” said Sohi. “The Government of Canada will continue to invest in the infrastructure needed to give drivers easy, fast-charging options for low-emission vehicles, giving Canadians cleaner options when they drive.”
