Download Now | BCG x EcoG - EV Charging: Will Modular Architecture Be the Holy Grail?

Executive Summary

Significant Cost Efficiency with Large Charging Sites - 38% by 2030

Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and EcoG join forces to examine the shift in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure from traditional stand-alone systems to modular architectures.

The global EV market is projected to grow at 28% CAGR, requiring over 122 million charge points by 2030.

This white paper compares two major charging site layouts: stand-alone and modular architectures. Stand-alone systems integrate power electronics directly into each charger, while modular systems centralize power electronics in a separate unit, dynamically distributing power to individual chargers. Modular architecture is shown to provide greater scalability, flexibility, and adaptability for high-growth scenarios, particularly for large charging hubs and commercial fleet depots.

Charge Point Operators (CPOs) are advised to adopt modular systems for large-scale and scalable projects, while recommending stand-alone systems for smaller, stable installations.

By downloading this whitepaper, you will:

• Gain expert insights on the future of EV charging and market growth.
• Understand how to slash infrastructure costs by switching to modular systems.
• Learn how to easily scale your charging network as EV demand rises.
• Stay ahead of competitors with cutting-edge, future-proof technology.

38%

Cost Savings with Modular Systems

By 2030, modular charging systems will provide 38% cost savings per charge point for large-scale charging sites compared to stand-alone systems.

200%

Highway Charging Hub Expansion

Highway charging hubs will expand from 8 to 24 high-power chargers by 2030, delivering fast charges in under 30 minutes.

400%

Fleet Ready

Commercial depots will expand from 10 to 50 charge points by 2030, offering flexible power solutions for fleet management.

PROJECT TEAM

Meet our contributors

Joerg Heuer

CEO & Co-founder

Sebastian Lucae

Chief Strategy Officer

“Charging infrastructure needs to reach the next evolutionary stage to meet the growing demand for charging - in many applications, this will require more scalable hardware. This is feasible with modular systems where the power electronics are separated from the power outlets.”

Dr. Markus Hagenmaier

Partner & Associate Director, Mobility Innovation & Digitalization, BCG

“In today's rapidly evolving e-mobility landscape, being a part of the charging ecosystem is increasingly crucial for companies to stay ahead. This is where EcoG and Infineon come in, bridging the gap between the integration/application and semiconductor, hardware ecosystems. With its innovative approach, EcoG enhances and simplifies system development, positioning itself as a critical player in the charging ecosystem and driving the industry forward."

Torsten Klemmer

Director Application Marketing & Management EV Charging at Infineon

"At Thoughtworks, we see from the work with our clients from many different sectors that there is a tremendous potential in developing applications on EcoG Universal Core to make EV charging an integral part of our daily routines as well as specific business processes. This collaboration is not just about enhancing user experience but, more importantly, about accelerating development speeds and reducing costs for charger manufacturers, charge point operators and site hosts, ultimately driving wider adoption of electric vehicles."

Ian Murdoch

Fellow, Energy & E-Mobility Advisor at Thoughtworks

“Innovators like EcoG are a great example of both cutting edge technology as well as the multifaceted benefits of a transition to a clean-energy economy. As winners of the Germany-wide SelectUSA pitch competition, EcoG is leading the charge in the development of scalable operating software for DC charging stations.“

Timothy Liston

US Consul General

“EcoG's Universal Core has revolutionized the EV charging industry. It offers advanced technology and seamless interoperability, making it the go-to choice for manufacturers.”

Christian Hahn

CEO of Hubject

“The experts of the German startup EcoG are the driving members of our CharIn association. We are proud of our long-lasting and very productive cooperation with them.”

Claas Bracklo

Chairman at CharIN e.V.

“EcoG is one of our key partners in the field of eMobility and DC charging and both we and our customers are very satisfied with the outcomes of our long-lasting cooperation.”

Kevin Hong

Sales Director at UUGP

“Electric mobility is one of the solutions that will help meet the growing demand for transport in a lower-carbon world. Therefore, I’m especially excited to see how EcoG’s pilot takes shape. I am convinced their technology could play an important role in shaping the ‘retail station of the future.”

Hilmar Van Den Dool

General Manager at Shell Retail Benelux & France

“Objective of our intense cooperation with EcoG is the delivery of a high-quality and reliable solution for the seamless user experience at the DC charging station.”

Christopher Lu

Sales Director Europe of Infy Power

“I've been really impressed with EcoG, I think that what I like about them the most is that they are going after this huge opportunity which is building a platform around EV charging.“

George Burgess

Former Inmotion Ventures, powered by Jaguar Land Rover

“EcoG proved that they have the latest state-of-the-art software, enabling all kinds of integrated applications. This is a perfect combination and a good market product.“

Robert Ermers

Chief Commercial Officer of Udenco