Kempower supplies fast chargers for 100% renewables-powered charge site along tourist route in Devon

• Kempower supplies fast charging for up to 12 vehicles at Strawberry Fields Farm Shop in Lifton, UK
• The charging station, as well as the rest of the site, is powered 100% renewably by on-site wind and solar generation
• Located just off the popular A30 route through Devon and into Cornwall, the site offers a convenient stop-off point for holidaymakers and locals

The global DC fast charging manufacturer Kempower has partnered with Yunex Traffic to deliver infrastructure for a 100% renewables-powered charge site in Devon. The chargers are located at the award-winning Strawberry Fields Farm Shop in Lifton, which commissioned the chargers as part of its long-standing commitment to sustainability.

The chargers, as well as the rest of Strawberry Fields’ operations, are powered by a combination of wind and solar power, which the owners began installing as early as 2011. The company is now entirely self-sufficient, as it generates enough renewable energy to meet the power demands of running the site and the charging station.

Kempower supplied Strawberry Fields with two of its triple-cabinet Kempower Power Units, which deliver power to six Kempower Double Satellites, serving 12 bays with up to 300kW of fast charging each. Yunex Traffic delivered the installation and project management, and will be providing ongoing service and maintenance to ensure high charger availability levels going forward.

Kempower’s DC charging technology is distributed, meaning the system is capable of balancing power between each satellite dispenser in real time, depending on the demand of each connected vehicle. Vehicles with greater charging needs can receive more of the overall available power, meaning they can charge more quickly and efficiently and waiting times are minimised – ideal for visitors of Strawberry Fields Farm Shop who are making a quick stop to rest from travel or enjoy the on-site attractions. Alongside the farm shop, Strawberry Fields also has a restaurant and cafe, as well as seasonal events and activities like pumpkin picking.

Situated just off the A30, a major tourist route into Devon and Cornwall, the chargers at Strawberry Fields are ready to serve the millions of annual holidaymakers travelling through the county. The new site makes Strawberry Fields one of the largest rapid charging locations in Devon.

Rolle Nieminen, Kempower’s Head of Sales for the UK & Ireland, said: “As more people in the UK are choosing to drive EVs, reliable charging infrastructure is essential everywhere, not just in cities. Gone are the days when range anxiety made long drives across the country for staycations seem impossible – charging stations like Strawberry Fields’ in Lifton now make it realistic and easy for holidaymakers and locals alike to confidently make their journeys. It’s evidence that the EV charging industry’s vision for the infrastructure rollout is gradually being realised.”

Wilke Reints, Managing Director of Yunex Traffic in the UK, said: “The breadth of our EVCI service provision capabilities continues to expand, and we are proud to support Strawberry Fields by delivering a sustainable and reliable EV charging experience. We worked closely with the Strawberry Fields team to fully understand their business and charger requirements, and delivered a tailored Kempower solution that meets their performance, capacity, and availability requirements.”

Laura Mounce, Operations Director at Strawberry Fields, said: “We are thrilled to host this state-of-the-art charging station alongside our farm shop and restaurant at the gateway to Cornwall. Powered by renewable energy generated on site, our chargers offer visitors a fast, reliable, and greener way to recharge, complemented by excellent facilities for their stop-off. Open 24 hours a day and just minutes from the A30, we look forward to welcoming many travellers.”

Press Contact
Sari Hörkkö, Manager, External Communications, Kempower
sari.horkko@kempower.com
+358 29 002 1900

Kempower in brief 

We design and manufacture reliable and user-friendly DC fast-charging solutions for electric vehicles. Our vision is to create the world’s most desired EV charging solutions for everyone, everywhere. Our product development and production are based in Finland and in the U.S., with the majority of our materials and components sourced locally. We focus on all areas of e-mobility, from electric cars, trucks, and buses to machines and marine. Our modular and scalable charging system and world-class software are designed by EV drivers for EV drivers, enabling the best user experience for our customers around the world. Kempower shares are listed on Nasdaq Helsinki Ltd. kempower.com