ICEing Solutions and Charging Projects Win Transport Grants
Welcome to Net Zero Club News Network, where we bring you the latest updates on sustainable mobility projects and advancements in the quest for cleaner and greener transport networks. This year, innovators have been awarded a share of £1.4m in the Transport Research and Innovation Grant (TRIG) competition, funded by the Department for Transport.
The 2024 TRIG competition focused on proposals for local transport decarbonisation, maritime decarbonisation, and cutting-edge technologies like AI and drones. Winners of this year’s competition have come up with innovative solutions to address key challenges in the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) and sustainable transport systems.
One of the winning projects is S4EV, which will use the funding to test the effectiveness of its Charge Saint app in preventing the blocking of EV charging bays. This is an important step in ensuring that EV drivers have access to charging infrastructure when they need it.
The Centre for Net Zero has also secured funding for a project that will explore the use of dynamic electricity prices to support affordable public EV charging, tackle grid congestion, and integrate EVs into local transport systems seamlessly.
Other projects that received funding include a mobile energy buffer unit (MEBU) to support decarbonisation of rural transport, and a connected charging station for last-mile delivery vehicles. These initiatives are crucial in promoting sustainable solutions for transportation in different contexts.
Furthermore, there are EV projects focused on promoting shared electric car clubs and developing open-source charge management systems for rural mobility hubs. These projects aim to make EVs more accessible and affordable for a wider range of users.
In addition to EV-related initiatives, there is a project that leverages artificial intelligence to address road accidents in a novel way. This demonstrates the diverse range of solutions being developed to improve safety and efficiency in transportation.
For over a decade, the TRIG programme has been a key player in investing in new technologies and fostering collaborations within the transport industry. With over £15m invested to date, TRIG continues to drive innovation and progress towards a more sustainable transport system.
For a full list of this year’s TRIG competition winners, click here to see how these projects are shaping the future of sustainable mobility and transport decarbonisation. Stay tuned for more updates on the latest developments in the field of clean, green transportation.