The Charge Point Podcast

In this episode, we sit down with Jonatan Raber, co-founder and CPO of Fever, to explore how businesses can turn existing assets—EVs, battery storage, and even data centers—into profitable energy flexibility providers. We discuss how data centers can support the grid, how EVs and batteries act as virtual power plants, and why automation is key to monetizing energy flexibility.

Tune in to learn how the future of energy isn’t just about consuming—it’s about getting paid to participate.

In this episode of the Charge Point Podcast, we sit down with Matt Stace from Tritium to explore the company’s pioneering role in DC fast charging, its recent challenges, and its path to resurgence after its acquisition by Exicom.

We discuss:

• Matt’s journey from IBM to EV charging and what inspired his transition
• Tritium’s role in developing 50 kW chargers and its impact on CPOs.
• The financial hurdles and how Exicom is shaping Tritium’s next chapter.
• How a top-tier charger OEM like Tritium benefits from the FLEXECHARGE Certification

In this episode of the Charge Point Podcast, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of EV roaming with Jakob Kleihues, co-founder of ENAPI. Jakob shares his journey from venture capital to the EV industry and how his team is tackling the "connectivity pain" experienced by Charge Point Operators (CPOs) and e-Mobility Service Providers (EMSPs).

We explore:

• The limitations of existing roaming hubs and bilateral integrations.
• Why solving connectivity issues is key to improving driver experience and accelerating EV adoption.
• ENAPI's approach to commoditizing connectivity with their transaction broker platform.
• How the team plans to introduce revenue streams in 2025 after securing a €7.5 million seed round.

Whether you’re a CPO, EMSP, a CPMS provider, or just curious about the behind-the-scenes innovations shaping EV charging, this episode is packed with valuable insights and actionable takeaways.

In this episode, we are joined by Max Brandt, CEO and co-founder of FLEXECHARGE. Max shares his entrepreneurial journey, discusses the evolution of the company's vision and product offerings, particularly the introduction of their OCPP-based broker. Max emphasizes the importance of market timing and specialization in the charging industry, highlighting the benefits for specialized vendors in partnering with FLEXECHARGE to enhance their services. He also discusses the critical role of flexibility in EV charging and its implications for the energy transition. Finally, he shares insights on the current funding landscape for energy companies, highlighting the importance of strategic investor relationships and maintaining business traction during fundraising efforts.