Proterra Inc has made a significant breakthrough in the adoption of sustainable energy solutions with the launch of its new fleet and energy management software platform, Valence. The Delaware Transit Corporation (DTC) has become the first customer of the innovative platform that will optimise commercial electric vehicle fleet deployments.
Valence is a cloud-based, software-as-a-service platform that offers comprehensive solutions to commercial electric vehicle fleet operators, including tools for data analytics and reporting, vehicle and charger diagnostics, charger optimisation, and energy management. By leveraging smart energy management capabilities, Valence aims to improve the total cost of ownership for electric vehicle fleet operators by optimising the costs associated with EV charging. Valence’s team works closely with customers to understand their operational requirements and electricity rates in order to design optimised charging strategies that best serve their needs.
Through Valence’s demand charge reduction feature, the platform minimises EV charging during peak electricity usage periods. The first customer of Valence, DTC, saved 23.8% on its average fuel price within the first month of utilising the platform based on the specific electricity rate structure determined by DTC’s electric utility. However, the cost-saving benefits of Valence’s charge management feature may vary based on vehicle routes and electricity rates.
DTC CEO John Sisson expressed his delight at the operational cost savings his agency was able to make by using Valence. He also stated that DTC is committed to using advanced technology that will enhance its transportation services. As part of its commitment to zero-emission fleets, DTC has purchased six 35-foot Proterra ZX5 battery-electric buses and expects six more to arrive soon, aiming to eliminate emissions from their transit fleet by 50% by 2030.
Proterra provides an end-to-end electrification solution that includes heavy-duty EV batteries and transit vehicles, drivetrains, charging infrastructure, and fleet and energy management software. The company’s comprehensive technology platform enables fleet operators to cut costs, enhance performance, and improve the overall electrification experience.
Proterra’s Chief Business Officer, Chris Bailey, expressed his satisfaction at the positive impact that Valence has already delivered for customers like DTC. He highlighted that Proterra’s technology platform is helping fleet operators achieve their sustainability goals and improve their operations across the board. Proterra’s end-to-end solution unlocks a seamless electrification experience for transit agencies and other commercial EV customers while offering comprehensive access to operational data to improve performance and lower costs.
In conclusion, the launch of Valence represents a significant breakthrough in the adoption of sustainable energy solutions for commercial electric vehicle fleet operators. The platform provides cost-effective and efficient charging solutions, thereby facilitating the deployment of zero-emission fleets. Proterra’s commitment to an end-to-end electrification solution that includes fleet and energy management software is helping transit agencies and other commercial EV customers improve their performance, cut costs, and reduce their environmental footprint.
