The objective of this assignment is to research charging infrastructure requirements, that potentially increase the demand for electric vehicles. The scope of this work will be limited to the German market, except for the overview of the e-Mobility market development. To examine the objective a secondary research of current literature, statistical reports, media and regulations will be performed. First of all, the author will present theoretical foundations to better understand the subsequent chapters, following by an overview of the global e-Mobility market development. Hereafter, the components of charging infrastructure are examined and the current challenges regarding market penetration, following an in-depth research of the charging infrastructure requirements to increase the demand for electric vehicles.
Finally, the author will summarize her conclusion and outlook. Climate change, new technologies and less dependence on fossil fuels are major drivers for the development of electric mobility. Electric mobility produces much less CO2, especially when operated using renewable based electricity and therefore seen as key element of the energy transition towards a CO2 neutral environment. In addition, the batteries of electric vehicles (EV) can be used as energy storage to offset fluctuations in solar and wind power. Thus, electric vehicles foster the market integration and expansion of these volatile energy sources.
To support and promote research and development of electric vehicles the Federal Government has adopted a set of measures, e.g., the extension of charging infrastructure. The German Government set ambitious goals for the German charging infrastructure. In order to reach this goal, customers must be convinced that an EV is better than the conventional motor type cars. Slowly, but electric vehicles become more visible nowadays. The major current challenges still pose the range of batteries and the charging management. Through digitalization of traffic systems and the increasing automation of mobility in form of autonomous driving cars, the change will be further accelerated.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Introduction
- Problem description and objectives
- Methodology and structure
- Theoretical foundations
- Demand and thematic classification
- Electric vehicles
- Charging infrastructure
- Development of the e-mobility market
- Charging infrastructure requirements
- Current challenges regarding market penetration
- Requirements to increase electric vehicle demand
- Conclusion and Outlook
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This study aims to analyze the requirements for charging infrastructure to increase the demand for electric vehicles. It investigates the current challenges facing electric vehicle adoption, the role of charging infrastructure, and the key factors influencing market penetration.
- The importance of electric mobility in achieving climate change goals and energy transition.
- The role of charging infrastructure in influencing the adoption of electric vehicles.
- The factors driving the demand for electric vehicles, including range anxiety and charging management.
- The development and future trends in the e-mobility market.
- The key requirements and strategies needed to increase the demand for electric vehicles.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
- Introduction: The chapter introduces the concept of electric mobility as a key factor in the energy transition and outlines the importance of charging infrastructure in supporting its growth. The chapter also presents the ambitious goals set by the German government for the development of charging infrastructure.
- Theoretical Foundations: This chapter examines the theoretical framework underlying the study, discussing the concept of demand and its classification, exploring the characteristics of electric vehicles, and analyzing the role of charging infrastructure in the e-mobility ecosystem.
- Development of the e-mobility market: This chapter delves into the evolving landscape of the e-mobility market, analyzing the key drivers of growth, challenges, and potential opportunities.
- Charging Infrastructure Requirements: This chapter focuses on the specific requirements for charging infrastructure to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles. It explores the current challenges facing market penetration and identifies key strategies for increasing electric vehicle demand.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The primary focus areas of this study include electric mobility, charging infrastructure, market penetration, electric vehicles, range anxiety, charging management, renewable energy sources, energy transition, and climate change.
- Quote paper
- Claudia Peter (Author), 2021, Charging infrastructure requirements to increase demand for electric vehicles in Germany. E-Mobility market development, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1168641