XCharge North America (“XCharge NA”), a provider of high-power EV charging and battery-integrated solutions designed to strengthen the North American electrical grid, has been recognized as a Top Product of the Year in the prestigious E+E Leader Product & Project Awards. Judges recognized XCharge NA’s GridLink bidirectional battery-integrated charger as an outstanding example of innovation in the Business + Infrastructure category.

“The winners of this year’s E+E Leader Awards are tackling some of the most pressing sustainability and energy challenges with real-world, scalable solutions,” says Sarah Roberts, co-president of E+E Leader and C-Suite Compass LLC. “These projects and products push industry standards forward and are setting new benchmarks for innovation and impact.”

Since its inception in 2022, XCharge NA has developed a suite of products designed to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of EV charging, most recently launching its GridLink product tailored to fit the unique needs of the North American market in October 2024. Beyond rapid EV charging, GridLink’s bidirectional charging capabilities stabilize and strengthen the grid by storing energy and returning it back to the grid during peak demand periods. By optimizing energy management and improving grid resilience, GridLink addresses one of the most pressing concerns associated with large-scale EV adoption.

In offering comments on GridLink, an E+E Leader judge said, “XCharge NA has redefined EV charging in North America with GridLink, a solution that accelerates EV adoption and fortifies grid resilience. Integrating bidirectional charging and energy storage, GridLink reduces infrastructure barriers, lowers operational costs, and creates new revenue opportunities—ensuring a more sustainable and accessible EV future.”

“Building on the success from our Net Zero Series, we wanted to create the next iteration of that global technology with a specific focus on the North American grid and its unique infrastructure needs,” said Aatish Patel, XCharge NA co-founder and president. “GridLink is redefining the clean energy sector by opening up new revenue streams for businesses and helping to ease grid strain through its energy storage capabilities. We’re honored to be recognized for our work revolutionizing EV charging infrastructure in the U.S. and beyond.”

With the sustainability and energy landscape evolving rapidly, professionals face increasing challenges in selecting the right solutions. The E+E Leader Product & Project Awards serve as a trusted benchmark, highlighting cutting-edge innovations and real-world success stories. Through rigorous expert evaluation, the program provides companies with vetted products and proven projects that drive meaningful improvements in sustainability and energy management.