Schneider Electric (SE) has launched the EVlink Home Smart Charger at IFA 2022. The charger is the world’s first to intelligently manage the heavy EV energy load at home and prioritise renewable energy sources.

The EVlink integrates into a complete ecosystem of home energy management to monitor EV power consumption in real-time, predict spending, and set budgets with ease with four different modes: ‘charge now’, ‘green charging’, ‘cost effective’ and ‘customised schedule’.

Connecting to the Wiser Home Energy Management system, homeowners can control all their electrical devices and monitor their consumption through a single application. Users can control how and when their EV is charged and balance charging against other energy-guzzling devices, via their mobile whenever they need to, wherever they are.

By activating the ‘cost effective’ mode, Wiser can help to avoid costly bills by creating the most efficient schedule based on the cheapest electricity tariff available. For homeowners who have set energy limits, Wiser can also stop charging each time consumption reaches the power limit contract, ensuring bills stay under control, forever.

Wiser’s intelligent energy management system automatically balances the loads to enable minimal disruption and maximum efficiency for homeowners. For instance, if they begin cooking, the system syncs with Wiser to understand energy consumption in conjunction with other appliances in real time to avoid any disruption or tripping. It brings ultimate convenience, allowing you to charge your car without interrupting the rest of your lifestyle.

The EVlink Home Smart charger is the latest addition to the smart and sustainable home energy management portfolio of EV chargers from Schneider Electric:

• The EVlink Mureva socket – suitable for small vehicles, bikes or motorbikes
• The new EVlink Pro AC – for residential, commercial, offices or industrial buildings