The Blink Network charger interface will be accessible through the Cisco Home Energy Controller (HEC), where Blink EV Home Charging Station owners can access information about their electric vehicles (EV) and optimize their charging and energy usage.
An optional set of Cisco compatible, tested peripherals can be wirelessly connected to the HEC in order to provide monitoring and control of energy loads such as HVAC systems, pool pumps, water heaters, appliances, and other devices.
ECOtality said that the Cisco HEC can be easily controlled from an intuitive touch-screen display, and from this controller, Blink Home Charging Station owners will be able to control and monitor their EV charging.
ECOtality CEO Jonathan Read said that the Blink interface communicates directly with utilities to determine off-peak and low-cost charging times, and allows consumers to maximize energy usage and reduce costs.
"Together with Cisco, we are delivering a solution that empowers consumers to adopt renewable energy and promotes energy efficient technology that supports the deployment of the smart grid," Read said.
