In this episode of The EV Charging Podcast, we speak with Piers McHenry (Group Commercial Director) and Shaz Shadan (Managing Director, APAC) from MyEnergi—the UK-based innovators behind Zappi, one of Australia's best-selling solar-compatible EV chargers.

🚗 We explore:

• What makes Zappi unique in the Australian and global market
• Key differences between EV charging in Australia vs Europe
• MyEnergi’s approach to local manufacturing, training, and grid support
• Behind the scenes of the DECA-funded free Zappi program in Victoria
• How MyEnergi is building a smart home energy management system (HEMS) beyond just car charging
• Real-world examples of demand response trials and how customers are getting paid to help the grid
• The future of EV adoption and smart tariffs in Australia

Whether you're an EV owner, installer, energy nerd, or just curious about the future of home electrification, this episode is packed with insights into one of the most exciting brands in the clean tech space.

🎧 Listen now to learn why Zappi is leading the smart charger revolution — from Grimsby to Byron Bay.

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• Learn more about Zappi and MyEnergi
• Compare EV charger quotes instantly at solarchoice.net.au
• Find out more about the DECA Zero Emissions Vehicle grant program in Victoria
• Discover how GridPay is reshaping demand response in the UK

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In this special super episode, we blend two fascinating conversations into one powerhouse session. Catherine van der Merwe, Policy Officer at the Smart Energy Council, cuts through EV misinformation, unpacks the challenges of DNSPs, and offers a hopeful roadmap for Australia’s electrified future. Paired with deep technical insights from Geordie Zafiris, EV Charging Solutions Engineer at Fronius, we explore bidirectional charging, the cybersecurity risks most people aren’t talking about, and what batteries on wheels could really mean for Australia’s energy grid. This is the episode for anyone curious about the policy, technology, and future-proofing behind EV infrastructure.

In this episode of The EV Charging Podcast, Paul Fox—Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Evie Networks—explains why Australia is uniquely positioned to build a world-class public EV charging network.

Fox, a former engineer and Silicon Valley VC, shares insights into the economics, policy roadblocks, battery cost breakthroughs, and fleet electrification strategies shaping the future of Australia’s zero-emissions transport.

The former Silicon Valley VC and engineer, Paul shares:

• The $100/kWh battery breakthrough making EVs cheaper than petrol cars
• Why electric vans and utes are the next big wave
• How Evie’s owner-operator model ensures unmatched charger reliability
• The DNSP bottlenecks slowing down national deployment
• Why outdated energy tariffs are the real cost drivers behind public charging
• Australia’s late-mover advantage over the US and Europe
• How the private sector can now drive metro charging growth
• Public charging as an equity issue for apartment dwellers and high-mileage drivers

“If we want mass EV adoption, we can’t just serve people with garages and solar panels.”

Essential listening for anyone interested in transport, infrastructure, energy affordability, or climate strategy.

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