State Grid promotes private charging sharing in rural Zhejiang

As the use of new energy vehicles rises, the lack of public charging stations and the low utilization rate of private charging stations in rural areas have become increasingly prominent issues. Through big data research, the State Grid Shaoxing Power Supply Company found that the idle rate of private charging stations in Zhuji's rural areas exceeds 70 percent. During the peak season of rural tourism, the demand for charging from outside vehicles surges, highlighting the supply-demand imbalance.

In response, the local power supply department introduced the "private pile sharing" solution, which involves installing smart modules on villagers private charging stations for free and enabling functions such as reservation, scanning and payment through a mobile app. Car owners can view charging progress and costs in real time, while pile owners receive a reasonable share of the profits. This model not only revitalizes idle resources but also compensates for the shortcomings of public charging facilities.

On Aug 19, in Qicun village, Huangshan town, Zhuji city, Zhejiang province, Shou Xuying from Shaoxing charged her new energy vehicle at a shared charging station in front of villager Wang Quanyun's house.

"I didn't expect to find such a convenient charging station in the village, which has really solved my urgent need," said Shou. Behind this scene is the innovative private pile sharing model launched by the State Grid Shaoxing Power Supply Company, a valuable exploration of charging solutions for new energy vehicles in rural areas.

Wang, head of a local traditional architecture construction skills study base in Qicun village, was one of the first participants. "Initially, I had concerns, but later I realized that leaving it idle was a waste, so why not make it convenient for others?" he said.

Since the sharing program began, he not only earns additional income each month but has also made many new friends who come to the village to study.

The model also features overload protection, automatic stop when fully charged, and remote start-stop functions, ensuring charging safety and convenience. From cities to villages, private pile sharing has not only alleviated rural charging anxiety and supported green travel for urban and rural residents, but also connected urban and rural resources. It has become a new type of infrastructure promoting rural revitalization and embedding the concept of green development at the grassroots level.