Eaton and AMP IT Partner to Revolutionize EV Charging in Switzerland with Solar Integration
Eaton, a global leader in intelligent power management, and AMP IT SA, a specialist in financing, installing, and operating electric vehicle (EV) charging systems, have joined forces on an innovative project aimed at optimizing EV charging infrastructure for building owners in Switzerland. This collaboration focuses on integrating EV charging-as-a-service with solar energy generation and energy storage, offering a seamless solution that eliminates the complexities of infrastructure ownership. The initiative is supported by the Swiss Federal Office of Energy and recently earned recognition through its RechargeAuPoint program, which champions innovative projects advancing EV charging infrastructure.
A primary goal of this partnership is to achieve a 30% increase in the use of on-site generated solar energy for EV charging across Switzerland. By leveraging renewable energy sources, the project seeks to reduce reliance on the grid, enhance energy security, and contribute to grid stability. Additionally, customers utilizing these EV charging solutions could benefit from reduced costs as savings from on-site energy generation are passed along.
A Scalable Solution for Diverse Building Types
The project targets multi-residential buildings, offices, industrial facilities, and logistics centers, all of which face unique challenges in scaling EV charging infrastructure. Eaton’s Buildings as a Grid approach, combined with AMP IT’s smart charging solutions, enables efficient management of both renewable and conventional energy needs without requiring building owners to own or maintain assets like EV chargers, solar panels, or energy storage systems. This innovative business model simplifies adoption by shifting the responsibility of installation, operation, and maintenance to the service providers, allowing building owners to focus on their core operations.
The scalability of this solution positions it as a blueprint for other regions. Eaton and AMP IT plan to expand similar models to additional countries across the EMEA region in the future, promoting sustainable energy practices on a broader scale.
Building an Ecosystem for Decentralized Energy Management
Central to this initiative is Eaton’s Buildings as a Grid philosophy, which transforms buildings into active components of microgrids. This approach integrates renewable energy sources, energy storage, and smart technologies to create a decentralized energy ecosystem. AMP IT has coordinated an impressive network of partners to bring this vision to life, including publicly traded real estate investment funds, experienced service operators, leading energy procurement and construction (EPC) companies, local utility providers, and academic institutions. Each partner plays a vital role in ensuring the success of this transformative model.
“This collaboration demonstrates how decentralized energy production and management are essential to meeting growing global energy demands,” said Andreea Laplace, Director of Sustainability and Energy Transition Offerings at Eaton. “Our Buildings as a Grid approach, combined with innovative partnerships, makes the energy transition sustainable and profitable for everyone involved.”
Advancing E-Mobility Through Smart Solutions
The integration of renewable energy and smart charging technologies not only supports the growth of e-mobility but also enhances energy efficiency. By prioritizing locally produced renewable energy, the project promotes higher self-consumption rates, reduces energy waste, and lowers operational costs. Battery storage systems further optimize energy usage by storing excess solar energy for later use, ensuring a reliable power supply even during peak demand periods.
“We believe this program will make significant contributions to e-mobility by offering smarter EV charging solutions,” said Ilya Tyuvildin, Co-Founder of AMP IT. “By maximizing the use of locally generated renewable energy, enhancing self-consumption schemes, and providing cost-effective battery storage solutions, we can address various use cases and drive widespread adoption.”
Benefits for Building Owners and EV Users
For building owners, this collaboration offers a turnkey solution that minimizes upfront investment while delivering long-term value. By outsourcing the management of EV charging infrastructure, they can meet the growing demand for EV charging stations without the burden of technical oversight or maintenance. Meanwhile, EV users stand to benefit from lower charging costs as the system leverages cost-saving advantages from on-site renewable energy generation.
Moreover, the project aligns with broader sustainability goals by reducing carbon emissions and supporting Switzerland’s transition to a greener energy landscape. As the country strives to meet its climate targets, initiatives like this play a critical role in accelerating the adoption of renewable energy and electric mobility.
Reducing Strain on the Grid
One of the key challenges in scaling EV charging infrastructure is the potential strain on the electrical grid. By integrating solar energy and energy storage, this project alleviates pressure on the grid, especially during peak hours. The decentralized nature of the solution ensures that energy is used more efficiently, contributing to overall grid stability and resilience.
A Blueprint for the Future
The success of this initiative in Switzerland serves as a model for other regions seeking to balance the demands of e-mobility with sustainable energy practices. By combining cutting-edge technology, collaborative partnerships, and innovative business models, Eaton and AMP IT are paving the way for a future where buildings play a central role in the energy ecosystem.
As the project expands to other EMEA countries, it has the potential to transform how EV charging infrastructure is deployed and managed globally. By making renewable energy integration accessible and cost-effective, this collaboration empowers building owners, benefits EV users, and supports the broader energy transition.
For more information about Eaton’s Buildings as a Grid approach or AMP IT’s smart charging solutions, visit their respective websites. Together, they are proving that sustainable energy management and e-mobility can go hand in hand, creating a brighter, cleaner future for all.
About Eaton:
Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving the quality of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data center, utility, industrial, commercial, machine building, residential, aerospace and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power ─ today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we’re helping to solve the world’s most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.
