At CES 2024, Bosch reveals advancements in electrification for mobility and homes, with a spotlight on silicon carbide chips and automated valet charging. The company also underscores the pivotal role of hydrogen in achieving global energy needs sustainably, investing extensively in its development across various applications.
AT A GLANCE
- Sustainable Energy Drive: Advancing electrification, with a focus on hydrogen, to meet global energy needs sustainably.
- Global Energy Challenges: Tackling doubled global energy consumption in 50 years for a more resource-efficient future amid climate challenges.
- Electromobility Leadership: Leading in electromobility innovations like automated valet charging for greater EV convenience and acceptance.
- Semiconductor Breakthrough: Investing $1.5 billion in a U.S. facility for silicon carbide chips to extend electric vehicle range and improve charging efficiency.
- Efficient Home Solutions: Introducing the IDS Ultra Heat Pump and an advanced water heater, alongside appliances optimizing energy usage based on electricity prices and green energy availability.
- Hydrogen’s Vital Role: Focusing on hydrogen for carbon-neutral energy, emphasizing mobile fuel cells and a hydrogen engine.
- Software and Digitalization Focus: Emphasizing software’s role, presenting connected products like an espresso machine and mobility services for extended vehicle service life and resource conservation.
Bosch Unveils Sustainable Energy Solutions at CES 2024, Embracing Electrification and Hydrogen
Las Vegas, NV, USA – In a bid to revolutionize energy use and address the escalating global energy consumption, Bosch is showcasing its commitment to sustainable energy solutions at the CES 2024 in Las Vegas. Tanja Rückert, a member of the board of management of Robert Bosch GmbH, emphasized the importance of rethinking energy use with a two-pronged approach: electrification and hydrogen. With a focus on electrification and hydrogen, Bosch aims to not only enhance convenience but also contribute to a climate-neutral future.
Electrification: Driving Towards a Greener Tomorrow
The company is already a key player in the electromobility sector, offering a comprehensive range of solutions from chips and electric motors to charging stations.
Automated Valet Charging: A Game-Changer
A standout innovation presented at CES is Bosch’s automated valet charging, earning recognition as a CES® 2024 Innovation Award honoree.
This technology enables electric cars to autonomously navigate to designated charging spots in equipped parking garages. With the touch of a button on a smartphone, a robotic arm takes over the charging process, enhancing both convenience and acceptance of electromobility.
Silicon Carbide (SiC) Chips: Extending Driving Range
Addressing the increasing demand for semiconductors, Bosch is investing in silicon carbide (SiC) chips. Produced at facilities in Germany and California, these chips significantly reduce energy losses in electric cars, making charging more efficient with up to 50 percent lower energy losses and extending driving range by up to 6 percent compared to traditional silicon-based chips.
IDS Ultra Heat Pump: Defying Cold Temperatures
Bosch is extending its sustainable solutions to homes, optimizing energy consumption and reducing costs.
For North American consumers facing colder climates, Bosch introduces the IDS Ultra Heat Pump, capable of providing 100 percent heating capacity in temperatures as low as minus 15 degrees Fahrenheit. This presents an attractive alternative for those considering a shift from fossil fuel-based heating systems to electrified options. Additionally, Bosch introduces its most efficient water heater, combining electric storage and heat pump technology for superior efficiency.
Bosch’s commitment to an electrified home is evident in its latest generation of home appliances. The introduction of the “MySchedule” function in dishwashers allows users to automatically schedule wash cycles during periods of lower electricity prices or when green electricity is available.
AMPShare Power Tool Battery Platform Expansion
Addressing the needs of professionals, Bosch announces additional partners (over 30 global partners) for its AMPShare power tool battery platform at CES 2024. This cross-brand battery system facilitates flexibility for industry professionals, enabling them to use different brands of professional tools without changing the battery.
Hydrogen Engine: A Carbon-Neutral Power Source
While electrification is crucial, Bosch recognizes the significance of hydrogen in meeting global energy demands efficiently. Bosch is heavily investing in hydrogen technologies, particularly the mobile fuel cell. This fuel cell, now in volume production in Stuttgart, forms the heart of the powertrain system for heavy vehicles, with orders already pouring in from truck manufacturers in Europe, the U.S., and China.
Furthermore, Bosch is developing components for a hydrogen engine that directly converts fuel into energy, offering a practically carbon-neutral solution when powered by green hydrogen. The debut of the H2 engine is anticipated this year, marking another milestone in Bosch’s hydrogen endeavors.
Globally, countries and industries are embracing hydrogen technologies. In the U.S., the government’s commitment to invest $7 billion in hydrogen hubs aligns with Bosch’s goal of contributing expertise to establish a hydrogen infrastructure in North America.
Software-Defined Mobility: A Digital Future
Bosch is embracing digitalization across its divisions, with a focus on software-defined mobility. The company boasts over 44,000 associates dedicated to software development.
Collaboration with Amazon Web Services
At CES 2024, Bosch is showcasing products developed in collaboration with strategic partner Amazon Web Services. These include a fully automatic connected espresso machine and a point-of-interest assistant that enhances in-car experiences, demonstrating Bosch’s commitment to software-defined mobility.
Mobility Services for Extended Vehicle Life
Bosch introduces two new mobility services – Usage Certificate To Go and Vehicle Health Service. These services, coupled with Battery in the Cloud features, analyze battery data to optimize service life by up to 20 percent and prevent breakdowns for fleet operators.
Digital Solutions for Energy Efficiency
In the building sector, Bosch offers digital services such as the “Nexospace Energy Manager,” helping customers analyze and optimize energy consumption. International supermarket chain REWE achieved up to a 20 percent reduction in energy consumption across more than 2,000 stores with Bosch’s digital energy management solutions.
Decarbonize Industries: A Green Manufacturing Approach
Bosch’s collaboration with a partner has led to the development of “Decarbonize Industries,” an AI-supported software-based service. Aimed at manufacturing companies, this service helps reduce carbon footprint and achieve substantial cost savings through increased efficiency.
Bosch’s presence at CES 2024 showcases its dedication to sustainable energy solutions, spanning electrification, hydrogen, and digitalization. As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and increasing energy demands, Bosch emerges as a driving force in reshaping the future of mobility, homes, and industries.
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