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Study of electric vehicle charging infrastructure planning and rollout for Bengaluru
2021
Author(s): Singh A, Kumar A, Balasubramanyam K, Murugesan N, Suri R, Pillai R K, Sharma S
This study looks at the network of the Bengaluru Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM, Karnataka) to assess the capacity of the distribution grid to accommodate the EV load. It then provides holistic guidelines for interventions and business models for BESCOM to adopt and roll out charging infrastructure within its jurisdiction.
Net Zero by 2050: A Roadmap for the Global Energy Sector
2021
Author(s): International Energy Agency
This special report is the world’s first comprehensive study of how to transition to a net zero energy system by 2050 while ensuring stable and affordable energy supplies, providing universal energy access, and enabling robust economic growth.
Congestion management in hybrid electricity markets using different techniques
2021
Author(s): Narain A
ATC- based (available transfer capability) CM (congestion management) has been used in this thesis to relieve the congestion of the system. To enhance the ATC value, the integration of a wind battery system has also been used. Technical challenges i.e., selection of critical zones, optimum location for WPG and BESS, ATC enhancement using proper charging/discharging of battery in a wind battery system, and CM have been considered.
An efficient wireless topology for electric vehicle battery charging
2021
Author(s): Nama, J K
Recent studies on the topological framework of IWPT system declines required adapt ability and performance for regularly updating EV battery technology. Some of the identified regions include variations of the battery voltage, capacity, and management system for the light load (personal) to heavy load (passenger vehicle); adopted topology for on-board operation; topological limitations for control and gating scheme. These reasons have promoted academia and industry-wide efforts to acquire a flexible and adoptable IWPT technology for future EVs.
Advancements in Battery Technologies of Electric Vehicle
2021
Author(s): Bupesh Raja VK, Raja I, Kavvampally R
This paper reviews the current major challenges faced by the Electric Vehicle Industry along with possible solutions to overcome them.
Driving demand: assessing the impacts and opportunities of the electric vehicle revolution on cobalt and lithium raw material production and trade
2021
Author(s): Bridle R, Bellmann C, Loyola V, Mostafa M, Moerenhout T
This report assesses the impact and opportunities for developing countries of the boom in demand for raw materials entering into the production of electric vehicle batteries. In particular, it describes how trade policy could play an important role in helping them capture value from this expansion while managing the risks of overinvestment.
Hitting the EV inflection point: electric vehicle price parity and phasing out combustion vehicle sales in Europe
2021
Author(s): Bloomberg Finance L.P
Electric vehicle sales are rising fast in Europe and a growing number of governments have set targets for phasing out new internal combustion vehicle sales. A fundamental input in deciding the feasibility of such policies is how quickly battery electric vehicles can reach price parity with their internal combustion counterparts. Further improvements in lithium-ion batteries will be critical and manufacturing strategy will also play a role. This report shows trajectories of cost developments for the production of battery electric vehicles and internal combustion engine vehicles, and the implications for the adoption of electric vehicles in Europe.
Solar energy–based EV charging: a pilot and techno-economic study
2021
Author(s): Center for Study of Science, Technology and Policy (CSTEP)
The report outlines an intelligent bi-directional converter (PCU) that interfaces with SRTPV and battery systems (with DC coupling) to manage the energy flow with EV chargers and the grid. The prioritisation of solar energy for local consumption before feeding it to the grid, deployment of a novel charging algorithm where the EV charging load is made to follow and the solar energy generation profile. Such a method reduces the need for costly battery energy.
The Changing World of Work in the Automotive Industry
2021
Author(s): Agora Verkehrswende, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)
For this study, the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and Agora Verkehrswende analyzed the changes both in the classic automotive industries (manufacturers, suppliers, maintenance) and in industries related to electromobility such as mechanical and plant engineering, energy production, energy infrastructure and recycling.
Low Impact Vehicle Battery Supply Chains
2021
Author(s): Rafele C, Gallo C, Mangano G, Cagliano AC, Carlin A
This study aims to support decision-making related to making or buying strategies for procuring batteries assembled on electric and hybrid vehicles for a car manufacturer introducing new models in its portfolio



