The advent of electric vehicles (EVs) has ushered in a new era of sustainable transportation, promising reduced carbon emissions and decreased dependence on fossil fuels. As the global automotive industry undergoes a profound transformation, it is imperative to assess and optimize the infrastructure supporting EV adoption. This research paper delves into the intricate world of public charging infrastructure for EVs, with a specific focus on an in-depth analysis of the existing charging ecosystem at AUDI AG headquarters.
The rise of electric mobility has initiated a pivotal shift in how we perceive and interact with transportation. With a growing commitment to environmental sustainability and the recognition of EVs as a key driver of a greener future, the establishment of an efficient and effective charging infrastructure is critical. EV adoption and, by extension, the success of a low-carbon transportation system depend heavily on the convenience and reliability of public charging stations. To understand the current state of this infrastructure and its potential for improvement, this paper embarks on a comprehensive exploration of the charging sector.
Before delving into the intricacies of the charging sector, it is essential to provide an overview of the status quo in electric mobility and establish the objectives and targets that drive this investigation. The paper will address the existing challenges and opportunities in the EV charging landscape and set clear goals for analyzing and enhancing the infrastructure. This contextualization is fundamental for appreciating the significance of the research conducted herein.
This research is structured to offer a systematic exploration of the topic, enabling readers to follow a logical progression of information. It is divided into several chapters, each serving a distinct purpose. The first chapter introduces the reader to the subject matter and outlines the scope of the paper. The subsequent chapters delve into the theoretical aspects of the charging sector, stakeholder analysis, and the identification and analysis of key performance indicators (KPIs). A specific focus will be placed on the application of these KPIs to assess the public charging infrastructure at AUDI AG headquarters. The findings from this analysis will then be used to identify potential areas for improvement.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Abstract
- Table of contents
- List of abbreviations
- List of units and formula symbols
- List of Figures
- List of Tables
- 1 Introduction
- 1.1 Presentation of the topic
- 1.2 Status quo and target definition
- 1.3 Structure of the thesis
- 2 Theory of the charging sector
- 2.1 Definitions, distinction, and general information
- 2.2 Mobility behavior and charging needs
- 2.3 Charging locations and solutions
- 2.4 Development of the charging sector in Germany until 2030
- 3 Further theory of the public charging sector
- 3.1 Structure of the public charging ecosystem
- 3.2 Charging station decree
- 3.3 Payment and pricing
- 4 Stakeholder analysis
- 4.1 Commercial Stakeholder
- 4.1.1 Customer/EV driver
- 4.1.2 Charging station operator
- 4.1.3 Grid operator
- 4.1.4 Secondary commercial stakeholder
- 4.2 Non-commercial Stakeholder
- 4.3 List of stakeholder objectives
- 4.1 Commercial Stakeholder
- 5 Identification and analysis of key performance indicators
- 5.1 Economic Efficiency
- 5.2 Energetic Efficiency
- 5.3 Utilization
- 5.4 Usability
- 5.5 User-friendliness
- 5.6 Predictability
- 5.7 List of KPIs
- 6 Analysis of existing public charging infrastructure at AUDI AG headquarters and application of KPIs
- 6.1 Charging ecosystem at AUDI AG
- 6.2 Analysis regarding the economic efficiency
- 6.2.1 Revenue
- 6.2.2 Expenses
- 6.2.3 Profit margin
- 6.3 Analysis regarding the energetic efficiency
- 6.4 Analysis regarding the utilization
- 6.5 Analysis regarding the usability
- 6.6 Analysis regarding the user-friendliness
- 6.7 Analysis regarding the predictability
- 7 Identification of potential for improvement
- 7.1 Potential for improvement regarding the economic efficiency
- 7.1.1 Cost
- 7.1.2 Income
- 7.2 Potential for improvement regarding the energetic efficiency
- 7.3 Potential for improvement regarding the utilization
- 7.4 Potential for improvement regarding the usability
- 7.5 Potential for improvement regarding the user-friendliness
- 7.6 Potential for improvement regarding the predictability
- 7.1 Potential for improvement regarding the economic efficiency
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This work aims to optimize public car charging infrastructure from both technical and economic perspectives. It provides valuable insights for decision-makers and operators of charging infrastructure, helping them make informed choices and maximize the efficiency of their operations.
- Analyzing mobility behavior in Germany
- Examining charging locations and solutions
- Identifying and analyzing key performance indicators for public car charging infrastructure
- Applying these KPIs to an exemplary set of public charging points
- Identifying potential improvement opportunities and concrete measures to enhance performance
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
The first chapter introduces the topic of electric mobility and the importance of public charging infrastructure in facilitating its transition. It defines the current status quo and outlines the goals of this work. The second chapter explores the theoretical foundations of the charging sector, covering definitions, mobility behavior, charging needs, charging locations, and the development of the charging sector in Germany until 2030. The third chapter delves deeper into the public charging sector, discussing the structure of the ecosystem, the charging station decree, and payment and pricing models. The fourth chapter analyzes the various stakeholders involved in public car charging infrastructure, identifying their objectives and how these objectives can be used to construct a set of key performance indicators.
Chapter five introduces and analyzes key performance indicators for evaluating public car charging infrastructure. These KPIs cover aspects such as economic efficiency, energetic efficiency, utilization, usability, user-friendliness, and predictability. Chapter six applies these KPIs to an exemplary set of public charging points at the AUDI AG headquarters, showcasing the practicality of these metrics and offering valuable insights into the current situation. The findings, such as the critical economic situation of the assessed charging infrastructure, are then integrated with potential improvement opportunities and concrete measures to achieve the set goals.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
The key focus areas of this work revolve around public charging infrastructure, electric mobility, and performance indicators. This includes themes like economic efficiency, utilization, usability, and performance enhancement strategies.
- Quote paper
- Simon Nikolaus Müller (Author), 2023, Sustainable Mobility in Action. Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure With a Focus on AUDI AG, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1405184
