Smart Solar EV Charging from Essential Energy Solutions
Unlike a basic EV charger, Zappi is designed to work with solar. It can charge your EV using excess solar power, grid power, or a combination of both, depending on the mode you select. It can also operate without solar, making it a future-ready choice for homes planning to add solar later.
Essential Energy Solutions installs EV chargers across the Gold Coast, Brisbane and surrounding South East Queensland suburbs, with a local Arundel warehouse and experience across solar, electrical and air conditioning services.
Why Choose a Zappi EV Charger?
Zappi is a smart EV charger built for homes that want to make better use of solar power. Instead of sending excess solar back to the grid for a low feed-in tariff, Zappi can help redirect that surplus energy into your electric vehicle. That means more of your own solar power can be used at home, helping reduce fuel costs and grid reliance.
Zappi is a strong option if you want:
- Solar-aware EV charging
- More control over charging costs
- A charger that works with or without solar
- Smart charging modes for different situations
- A future-ready setup for batteries, solar upgrades and energy management
For Gold Coast households with solar panels, pool pumps, air conditioning and growing electricity usage, smart EV charging can make a real difference to how much value you get from your solar system.
Zappi Charging Modes Explained
Zappi includes three main charging modes: ECO, ECO+ and FAST. These modes allow you to decide whether you want to prioritise solar usage, charging speed, or a balance between the two.
- ECO Mode: ECO mode is designed to match charging with available surplus solar where possible, while allowing some grid support when needed.
- ECO+ Mode: ECO+ mode is ideal when you want to maximise solar-only charging. Charging can pause or adjust depending on how much spare solar is available.
- FAST Mode: FAST mode charges your EV at the maximum available rate using solar, grid power or both. This is useful when you need your car charged quickly.
Combine Your Zappi EV Charger with Solar or a Battery
If you are already thinking about installing an EV charger, it may be the perfect time to also consider solar panels, a solar battery, or a complete home energy upgrade.
An EV can significantly increase your household electricity usage. Without solar, much of that charging may come from the grid. But with the right solar system and a smart Zappi EV charger, you can use more of your own daytime solar power to charge your car and reduce your reliance on electricity retailers.
For many Gold Coast homes, the best result comes from designing solar, battery storage and EV charging together. This helps make sure your system is not too small, your charger is properly integrated, and your home is ready for higher energy use in the years ahead.
