As the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to surge worldwide, the demand for efficient, reliable, and interoperable charging infrastructure is growing at the same time.
To address this need, the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) has emerged as a widely-accepted and standardized communication protocol. It bridges the gap between charging stations and central management systems.
OCPP is an open protocol for communication between charging stations and back-office systems to manage electric vehicle charging. It is used in electric car charging networks to provide operators and drivers with a standardized interface for monitoring, controlling, and billing for charging sessions.
In this report, we’ll look at the basics of OCPP, exploring its impact on the EV charging ecosystem, and how it can be used for smart charging applications. We'll look at the way OCPP eases communication between different hardware and software components and uncover the potential of this protocol for energy management and grid integration.