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Understanding and Overcoming the Gender Gap in Electric Vehicle Adoption: What’s Behind the Divide?Blog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/understanding-and-overcoming-the-gender-gap-in-electric-vehicle-adoption-whats-behind-the-divide/
Posted on May 02, 2024
12 Min. Read

When it comes to purchasing a new vehicle, men are almost twice as likely to buy an EV than women.

Is a Smart Panel Right For Your Home?Blog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/is-a-smart-panel-right-for-your-home/
Posted on June 16, 2022
4 Min. Read

Society is moving away from fossil fuels toward clean electricity created by renewable technologies like solar. With

It’s Time to Get Smart – Your Guide to Smart Electrical Panels, What They Are and Why You Need OneBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/its-time-to-get-smart-your-guide-to-smart-electrical-panels-what-they-are-and-why-you-need-one/
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Posted on June 14, 2022
5 Min. Read

Digital features have transformed appliances, cars and so much more. Recent electrical panel technology innovations make advanced

The Future of the Grid is Going NanoBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/the-future-of-the-grid-is-going-nano/
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Posted on June 09, 2022
4 Min. Read

If you want to power a single home or building, you might consider using nanogrids, which are

Nanogrids – The Smaller But Smarter Solution to Rural ElectrificationBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/nanogrids-the-smaller-but-smarter-solution-to-rural-electrification/
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Posted on June 07, 2022
4 Min. Read

As electric vehicle (EV) ownership takes off in cities and suburbs, EV uptake in rural areas lags.

Installing a Smart Home Panel? Look for These 5 Key FeaturesBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/installing-a-smart-home-panel-look-for-these-5-key-features/
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Posted on June 03, 2022
4 Min. Read

Smart home panels have several benefits, from giving you more control over your energy usage to prioritizing

Are You Ready to Take Advantage of the Growing Demand for Nanogrids?Blog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/are-you-ready-to-take-advantage-of-the-growing-demand-for-nanogrids/
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Posted on May 31, 2022
3 Min. Read

Innovative technology is changing energy production and usage in electric grids around the globe and here in

Increase Your Home Energy IQ and Upgrade Your Electrical System With a Smart PanelBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/increase-your-home-energy-iq-and-upgrade-your-electrical-system-with-a-smart-panel/
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Posted on May 26, 2022
4 Min. Read

Many homeowners are investing in electrification or switching to driving an electric vehicle (EV) to reduce their

What’s Next for Electrification? How About EV Trucks, Planes and Ships?Blog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/whats-next-for-electrification-how-about-ev-trucks-planes-and-ships/
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Posted on May 24, 2022
4 Min. Read

When you think about electrification, you probably think about electric cars. But have you thought of electrified

Keep Your EV and Charger Safe From Harm With Surge ProtectionBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/keep-your-ev-and-charger-safe-from-harm-with-surge-protection/
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Posted on May 20, 2022
4 Min. Read

Today’s modern technology is vulnerable to power surges. Protection from surges is also an important consideration when

How the ’70s Oil Crisis Led to the First EVs on the RoadsBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/how-the-70s-oil-crisis-led-to-the-first-evs-on-the-roads/
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Posted on May 18, 2022
4 Min. Read

The current race to find cleaner sources of energy echoes another event. Fifty years ago, an oil

5 Benefits of an At-Home EV Charging Station InstallationBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/5-benefits-of-an-at-home-ev-charging-station-installation/
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Posted on May 10, 2022
6 Min. Read

You love driving your electric vehicle, but probably do not like having to search for or wait

A Quick Guide for New EV OwnersBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/a-quick-guide-for-new-ev-owners/
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Posted on May 05, 2022
5 Min. Read

The number of electric vehicle (EV) owners is increasing rapidly. With gas prices so high and a

Bidirectional charging: What is it and What are the Benefits for EV drivers?Blog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/bidirectional-charging-what-is-it-and-what-are-the-benefits-for-ev-drivers/
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Posted on May 03, 2022
5 Min. Read

Bidirectional charging is a relatively new benefit of electric vehicles (EVs), but it’s intriguing, transforming your EV

How Long Does It Take to Charge a Car Battery With a Portable Charger?Blog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/how-long-does-it-take-to-charge-a-car-battery-with-a-portable-charger/
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Posted on April 28, 2022
3 Min. Read

The battery is a component you’ll find in both EVs and gas-powered cars. However, the function of

How Many Amps Are Required for a Level 2 Charging Station?Blog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/how-many-amps-are-required-for-a-level-2-charging-station/
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Posted on April 26, 2022
3 Min. Read

As a new electric vehicle (EV) owner, you’ve most likely realized that the Level 1 charger (charging

So, About That Level 1 Charger That Came With Your New Electric Vehicle…Blog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/so-about-that-level-1-charger-that-came-with-your-new-electric-vehicle/
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Posted on April 22, 2022
2 Min. Read

Your new electric vehicle (EV) came with a “power cord” known as a Level 1 charger. You

A Complete Guide to ElectrificationBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/a-complete-guide-to-electrification/
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Posted on April 20, 2022
5 Min. Read

Electric vehicles (EVs) and solar panels are the first things that come to mind when electrification comes

Power Your Home and Car With Sunlight, Even at NightBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/power-your-home-and-car-with-sunlight-even-at-night/
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Posted on April 15, 2022
5 Min. Read

Home solar panels have come a long way in efficiency and represent one of the most common

Guide to EV Charging, Battery Storage and Bidirectional ChargingBlog Post

https://qmeritdev.com/blog/guide-to-ev-charging-battery-storage-and-bidirectional-charging/
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Posted on April 07, 2022
4 Min. Read

Electric vehicles are here to stay. So, the industry will need to address the challenge of battery

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