Launch of Scale Project 3-module E-course

The SCALE project is launching a three-module e-course specifically designed for public authorities working on public charging infrastructure. The course will start with its first webinar on 12 November and finish on 3 December 2024.

This comprehensive course, coordinated by Rupprecht Consult, will equip participants with a solid understanding of the essential concepts, cutting-edge technologies, and strategic approaches needed to implement efficient and sustainable smart charging infrastructure in cities and regions.

The kick-off webinar will start with a brief introduction to the SCALE project, followed by an introduction to the e-course and its relevance for public authorities in building knowledge on smart charging. Next, an overview of the course content and its various units will be provided, along with detailed instructions on how to get the most out of the course and meet the certification requirements by participating in discussion forums and completing short assignments. Lastly, a step-by-step registration guide will be offered for those who have not yet registered.

You have 2 options: register for the kick-off webinar here or the complete e-course.

The programme of the e-course will cover:

• The basics of smart charging and V2G and V2X concepts and their benefits for cities and municipalities
• The role of EV users in the roll-out of future-proofed charging infrastructure, which users rely on public charging, how they can help cities roll out public charging and other behavioural factors
• The EU policy landscape on EVs, smart charging and V2G and what AFIR means to publicly accessible smart charging infrastructure
• A breakdown of the value chain, related stakeholders and the services that are in play within smart charging and V2G ecosystem
• New energy and mobility services at a glance from different stakeholders’ point of view
• Types of smart charging and V2G infrastructure and their main differences and advantages
• The link between shared mobility and V2G: opportunities, role of cities and best practices
• Approaches to planning and designing smart charging infrastructure and assessing charging infrastructure needs
• Procurements models of charging infrastructure and future-proofing, charging location planning and joint procurement opportunities
• Funding charging infrastructure such as ownership, budget planning and funding channels

The e-course is free and in English. Each module takes one to one and a half hours to complete, and a certification is provided at the end of the course.