Go Eve, a joint spinout from University College Dublin, has closed an investment round totalling €875,000 (£750,000) to further develop its advanced electric vehicle charging technology. The funding will support the commercialisation of innovations created by a research team at UCD’s School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
The technology behind Go Eve was pioneered by a group of researchers under the leadership of Professor Robert Shorten at UCD’s School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering. The research addresses critical challenges in EV charging infrastructure as Ireland and the UK expand their electric vehicle networks.
Key facts
- Go Eve secured €875,000 (£750,000) in investment funding
- The company is a joint spinout from University College Dublin
- Technology was developed by Prof Robert Shorten’s team at UCD’s School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering
- Focus is on advanced electric vehicle charging solutions
UCD Research Addresses EV Infrastructure Challenges
The investment represents a significant milestone for the Dublin based venture as it transitions academic research into commercial applications. Go Eve’s approach targets efficiency improvements in electric vehicle charging, a sector experiencing rapid growth as governments across Europe mandate the phase out of petrol and diesel vehicles.
University College Dublin has established itself as a leading institution for technology commercialisation in Ireland, with numerous successful spinouts emerging from its engineering and science faculties. The School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering has particular expertise in power systems, control theory and sustainable energy technologies.
Growing Market for EV Charging Innovation
The funding comes at a time when electric vehicle adoption is accelerating across Ireland and the United Kingdom. Infrastructure providers face mounting pressure to deliver charging solutions that are faster, more reliable and capable of managing grid demands as EV numbers increase.
Advanced charging technologies developed by firms like Go Eve aim to optimise power distribution, reduce charging times and integrate renewable energy sources into charging networks. These innovations are essential to supporting government targets for electric vehicle uptake and carbon emission reductions.
The company joins a growing cohort of Irish firms developing solutions for the electric mobility sector, positioning Ireland as a centre for cleantech innovation within Europe. With support from academic institutions and venture capital, these enterprises are addressing both domestic infrastructure needs and export opportunities in international markets.
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