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ENECHANGE Integrates what3words Technology into EVsmart.net

ENECHANGE Co., Ltd., headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, has announced a significant upgrade to its electric vehicle (EV) charging station information platform, EVsmart.net, by incorporating a state-of-the-art location technology system known as what3words. This implementation is set to revolutionize how EV users navigate to charging spots with remarkable accuracy and ease.

Understanding what3words

what3words is an innovative geolocation system that divides the entire globe into 3m x 3m squares, each identified by a unique combination of three words. This system allows users to precisely search, share, and navigate to locations without relying solely on traditional addresses. With this new addition to EVsmart.net, EV users can now determine the exact location of charging stations, making it much more convenient to share these coordinates with car navigation systems and smartphone applications.

Addressing User Concerns

Many EV users have expressed challenges regarding locating charging stations. Although addresses for these facilities are provided, users often struggle to find the precise location within larger sites, such as commercial centers or multi-story parking lots. Previously, users were required to manually transfer coordinates obtained from EVsmart.net to their navigation tools, leading to cumbersome steps that hindered their charging experience.

The integration of what3words directly addresses these issues by enabling users to specify locations using just three simple words. This enhancement not only improves the convenience of charging infrastructure for EV users but also enhances the overall value of EVsmart.net in a highly competitive market.

Enhanced Functionality with what3words

The addition of what3words technology allows for easy location sharing through simple verbal expressions or even chat messages, making it user-friendly for everyone. This system can be utilized on websites and smartphone applications, and it's already being implemented in various car navigation systems, such as those from Subaru, Mitsubishi Motors, and Alps Alpine.

By featuring what3words addresses on the details page of each EV charging station on EVsmart.net, users can pinpoint the exact location of these stations, efficiently navigating to them in a variety of scenarios:

• - In large commercial facilities or parking garages, where finding the charging spot may be challenging.
• - When sharing locations through chat applications or voice commands, ensuring clear and concise communication.
• - Sending location information directly to navigation apps, allowing users to bypass the hassle of typing in traditional addresses.

About EVsmart.net

EVsmart.net, operated by ENECHANGE, stands as one of the largest comprehensive information platforms dedicated to EV charging stations across Japan. The site offers real-time information about charging stations, user reviews, and route search functionality for EV users. ENECHANGE is committed to continuously enhancing its platform to further improve user convenience and accessibility.

As of April 24, 2025, EVsmart.net lists a total of 9,124 rapid chargers and 14,817 regular chargers, complemented by 150,205 user reviews. With such comprehensive data, EVsmart.net serves as an invaluable resource for the growing community of electric vehicle users in Japan.

About ENECHANGE

Founded in 2015 and listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange's Growth Market under stock code 4169, ENECHANGE aims to create the future of energy through digital technologies, supporting the transition to a decarbonized society. The company emphasizes the four dimensions of energy: liberalization, digitalization, decarbonization, and decentralization. With its roots in a power data research lab in Cambridge, UK, ENECHANGE combines energy data analytics expertise with a global network to push the boundaries of energy management and innovation.

Location: 3-1-1 Kyobashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, inside WeWork Tokyo Square Garden, 14th floor

For more information, visit ENECHANGE or EVsmart.net.