For long-distance drivers, the Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) intends to convert EV charging stations into “Take a Break” locations. In addition to EV charging stations, the new project intends to include coffee shops, rest areas, and restrooms so that passengers may unwind after the long drive.
By 2030, KSEB predicts that the state will have 15 million electric cars. According to KSEB, 2,700 million units of power will be needed for EV charging at a rate of 0.15 kW per kilometer. At the moment, KSEB runs 485 private charging stations in addition to the 1,169 charging stations mounted to electricity poles.
More charging stations will be built as EV usage increases. Additionally, fast-charging stations will be placed next to key highways in partnership with hotels, restaurants, and homestays. The space needed for these stations will be 1,000 square feet. Funding for the installation of solar panels and charging stations will come from the Agency for New and Renewable Energy Research and Technology (ANERT).
A rise in the number of registrations
The majority of EVs in the state are two-wheelers, with 138,014 registered. 21,795 four-wheelers and 11,468 three-wheelers are present. Four-wheeler registrations have increased as a result of the introduction of new EV models.
The Play Store has a map of charging stations
KSEB has released a smartphone app called “KE Map,” which can be found on the Play Store, to assist customers in finding EV charging points. Officials claim that the app’s early technical problems have been fixed.
