Solar technology innovation triumphs: Our group, in partnership with Pepper Motion, secures the Busplaner Innovation Award 2023.
In a groundbreaking development for sustainable public transport, Sono Group N.V.'s Solar Bus Kit has been awarded first place in the "Air conditioning, heating and battery management" category at the prestigious busplaner Innovation Award 2023. This recognition marks a significant milestone in the two-year test phase of the Solar Bus Kit, which was installed on an electrified Mercedes-Benz Citaro bus in November 2022.
The Solar Bus Kit, a collaborative project between Sono Group and pepper motion GmbH, harnesses solar energy to power buses more efficiently. The solar modules of the kit provide a peak value of 1.3 kWp for the bus's 24-volt system, enabling the bus to make the most of solar energy.
Andreas Hager, Managing Director of pepper motion GmbH, expressed his company's commitment to advancing the mobility revolution and highlighted the Solar Bus Kit's role in making their electrification solution more sustainable. Jona Christians, CEO and co-founder of Sono Group, expressed his pleasure about the award and praised the Solar Bus Kit's potential in decarbonizing public transport.
The Solar Bus Kit is designed to be integrated into a variety of vehicles, not just those produced by Sono Group or pepper motion GmbH. This innovative solar energy solution is expected to reduce dependence on fossil fuels, lower operational costs, and contribute positively to the environment by cutting greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, it could potentially extend battery range and improve energy efficiency in electric or hybrid buses.
Based in Denkendorf/Bavaria, Garching near Munich, and Paderborn, with a subsidiary in Vienna and representation in France, Italy, and Poland, pepper motion GmbH specialises in providing innovative solutions for used and new commercial vehicles, with a focus on electrification, telematics, charging infrastructure, and fleet management. Sono Group N.V. trades under the symbol SEVCF on the OTCQB.
Sono Group and pepper motion GmbH share a common vision of a world without fossil fuels, and their partnership represents a significant step towards achieving this goal. For more information about Sono Group, visit their website at ir.our website, and for press inquiries, please contact press@our website. The busplaner Innovation Award continues to recognise forward-thinking mobility and public transport innovations, enhancing sustainability, digitalisation, and passenger experience in Germany.
- The Solar Bus Kit, a collaboration between Sono Group and pepper motion GmbH, is designed to be integrated into various vehicles, promoting the use of solar energy and contributing to sustainable living in home-and-garden as well as environmental-science sectors.
- Jona Christians, CEO and co-founder of Sono Group, praises the potential of the Solar Bus Kit in reducing dependence on fossil fuels, lowering operational costs, and decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, thereby aligning with the goal of decarbonizing public transport.
- With a focus on electrification, telematics, charging infrastructure, and fleet management, pepper motion GmbH specializes in providing innovative solutions for commercial vehicles across Europe, reflecting their commitment to the mobility revolution and the broader technology industry.
- In the realm of sustainable living, electric vehicles (like those powered by Solar Bus Kits) can play a crucial role in minimizing carbon footprint and promoting a future where science and technology contribute to a greener, more climate-change conscious lifestyle.
