The Richmond Centre proudly announced the launch of Canada's largest multi-residential electric vehicle (EV) charging project. Featuring 1,212 state-of-the-art Elocity smart chargers installed within a parkade spanning an area equivalent to six football fields, this landmark initiative was delivered by Enlightened Building Technologies using Canadian-made smart EV charging technology from Elocity.
The project positions Richmond Centre as the site of one of the most extensive single-location multi- residential EV charging infrastructure deployments in North America. This milestone project exemplifies leadership in sustainability, clean energy, and next- generation mobility solutions. More than just an infrastructure project, it represents a bold step forward for tenant convenience and sustainable urban living.
Project Address: 6551 Number 3 Rd - near Richmond City Hall
Revolutionizing EV Charging with Smart Energy and Load Management
The smart chargers and management system are developed and delivered by Elocity, a Canadian smart EV charging technology company, and feature several industry-leading innovations, including:
- Cutting edge technology with convenience to ensure accessibility for residents and visitors alike.
- Optimized Power Sharing: Advanced electrical power-sharing technology enables efficient utilization of infrastructure, substantially reducing capital and operational costs while maintaining reliability.
- Intelligent Energy Management: Elocity's intelligent energy management platform optimizes the overall energy usage of all vehicles charging and balances the electrical demands of the building. Elocity's AI-based software also optimizes charging to reduce costs by utilizing periods of lower power pricing and minimize overall demands on the electric grid
- Paving the Way for Large-Scale EV Adoption: The project at Richmond Centre showcases future-ready infrastructure with state-of-the-art technology, delivered seamlessly and in record time
Project Impact
The project's environmental and climate benefits are significant: There is the potential to replace over 13 million miles of gasoline vehicle travel with 584,677 gallons of fuel saved. The GHG reductions approximate avoiding the methane associated with half a million trash bags in landfill and millions of pounds of coal being burned.
A Landmark Project Delivered Through Strategic Collaboration
Executed in record time, this milestone project was made possible through collaborative efforts between industry leaders, government partners, and technology innovators.
Key Partners
- Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) - Federal Program Support Shape Properties - Project Developer
- Cadillac Fairview - Property Owner
- City of Richmond - Leadership in clean mobility
- Ozz Electric - Infrastructure Design & Installation Contractor
- Enlightened Building Technologies - Project Delivery and Infrastructure Management
- Elocity Technologies Inc. - Smart EV Chargers and EV Charging Management Software Technology Provider
- Axiom Builders - General Contractor
Leaders from Shape Properties, Ozz Electric, and Elocity Technologies are proud of their pioneering role in this Canadian-made groundbreaking EV charger installation. This project underscores both their Teams experience and the power of collaboration, innovation, and made in Canada technology to set a benchmark for sustainable urban mobility in Canada and beyond.
What People Are Saying
"At SHAPE, we are committed to building communities that are not only vibrant and connected, but also future-ready. Richmond Centre is now home to one of Canada's most comprehensive EV charging infrastructure, with every residential stall equipped with a charger at no cost to homeowners, made possible through support from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). By integrating this infrastructure into the residential offering of our master-planned community, we are eliminating barriers to EV adoption. This initiative reinforces Richmond Centre as a forward-thinking, world-class destination designed for the future of urban living." - Dan Wilson, Executive Vice President, Residential.
"This achievement is a testament to the dedication of our team and the strength of our partnerships," said Jack Bittan, CEO of Enlightened Building Technologies. "We are so proud to be delivering the largest single-site EV charging installation in the country with great Canadian technology. This project embodies our mission at Enlightened by driving the decarbonization of buildings and using intelligent energy management to reduce costs for residents while minimizing the impact on the grid."
David Recchia - Executive Vice President, Western Canada & USA, Ozz Electric BC stated "Congratulations to the entire team on this remarkable achievement! This project showcases the power of collaboration, innovation, and Canadian-made technology, making electric-mobility more accessible while reinforcing our commitment to clean energy. As we continue to pioneer advancements in renewable energy, we look forward to building on this momentum with future innovations that support a more sustainable and resilient electrical grid."
Sanjeev Singh, Founder and CEO of Elocity, emphasized the strategic importance of this deployment said "Elocity is a proud Canadian technology company, operating in 12 countries across four continents. As the end-to-end technology provider for this project, we are honored to enable a seamless EV charging experience while reinforcing grid stability and sustainability. Our continued investment in AI-driven energy management and demand response technology makes EV infrastructure scalable, cost-efficient, and future-ready. This project demonstrates the power of intelligent, made-in-Canada technology in shaping the global EV landscape."
For Project Inquiries, Please Contact:
Chris Buligan General Manager
Enlightened Clean Energy
www.enlightenedbuilding.com
Email: cbuligan@enlightenedbuilding.com
Phone: 647-339-1524
