Custom & Open-Source EV Charging Software

CitrineOS, the open-source CSMS developed by S44 Energy and adopted by LF Energy, has released version 1.6.0 with expanded support for OCPP 1.6—enabling broader compatibility with legacy EV chargers. The update includes a redesigned operator UI, support for both OCPP 1.6 and 2.0.1, and key technical enhancements like GraphQL integration and S3-compatible storage. This milestone makes CitrineOS even more flexible and future-ready for EV charging networks. LFE and S44 Energy hosted a public webinar previewing the new features.

MAHWAH, NJ — JANUARY 28, 2024 – S44 Energy, the developer behind CitrineOS, an open-source Charge Station Management System (CSMS) and a Linux Foundation Energy project, proudly announces that CitrineOS has achieved OCPP 2.0.1 Core & Advanced Security certification from the Open Charge Alliance.

As 2024 comes to a close, S44 Energy reflects on an incredible year of growth, innovation, and milestones for CitrineOS, our open-source Charge Station Management System (CSMS). From expanding our capabilities to helping clients transition away from restrictive SaaS solutions, we’ve made significant strides in empowering the EV charging industry. In this blog, discover how CitrineOS is driving the future of EV charging, offering both open-source and custom solutions to build scalable, future-proof infrastructure for Charge Point Operators worldwide.

SAN FRANCISCO — JULY 16, 2024 — LF Energy, the open source foundation focused on harnessing the power of collaborative software and hardware technologies to accelerate the energy transition, announces the release of LF Energy CitrineOS 1.3.0. This new release marks a significant advancement in CitineOS’ implementation of an Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) 2.0.1 compliant Charging Station Management System (CSMS). S44 Energy, a global leader in EV charging solutions, lead contributions to the latest version as part of an open source community developing CitrineOS. This underscores S44 Energy’s commitment to driving innovation and scalability within the electric vehicle charging industry.

S44 Energy, a leader in revolutionizing global EV charging experiences, announces its membership in the Open Charge Alliance (OCA). The OCA is dedicated to advancing global development, adoption, and compliance of communication protocols within the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure through collaboration, education, testing, and certification.

Ever been on a long road trip with your electric vehicle and finally found an available charging station, only to realize your charging network card isn’t accepted? You try your credit card, but the hardware’s too finicky. You call customer service, and they suggest downloading an app and registering. At this point, all you want is a simple way to charge your car without jumping through hoops, the way it used to be at the gas pump! Enter Scan-N-Charge, a seamless solution designed to make EV charging as simple as scanning a QR code. This innovative project, developed by our team at S44, exemplifies the kind of user-friendly, tech-forward solutions we specialize in.

The shift to electric power is revolutionizing the transportation industry, especially for long-haul trucks. Four key stakeholders—governments, truck manufacturers, charger manufacturers, and CSMS companies—have significant interests in electrification. The U.S. government's (Transition to Zero-Emission Heavy-duty Vehicles) and the EU's (AFIR) initiatives demonstrate government support, addressing key challenges like charging infrastructure, costs, grid impact, and en-route charging.

EV adoption at scale is highly reliant on government-funded and -supported infrastructure. Consider the endless miles of gas stations that fuel America’s cities and highways today. Each gas station’s infrastructure is standard and can be operated by any gas company. If British Petroleum moves out, ExxonMobil can take over, never leaving drivers without access to gas. This is because the U.S. government recognizes gas stations as critical infrastructure.

As more drivers embrace electric vehicles (EVs), innovative car and charging solutions are hitting the streets. Manufacturers, distributors and drivers all have something to gain, whether it’s from new technology, improved compatibility or the adoption of industry-wide standards. Let's take a look at the EV charging and driving trends that will take hold in 2024 and beyond.

In our first webinar, we discussed how CitrineOS can help to upgrade EV charging networks to the OCPP 2.0.1 standard. In our newest blog post, Thana Paris, our Director of Open Source Program, answers your most asked questions in detail.

Thana Paris discusses how standards, accessibility, and user-centric focus shape the path to seamless innovation in this article on Spiceworks.

Thana Paris joins industry experts who share predictions for 2024. Read her thoughts on the future of EV charging in the 16th annual VMblog.com series.