Melbourne, Australia – 18 March 2026– NOX Energy and Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy Chris Bowen yesterday launched Australia’s largest EV-enabled building at Sierra Hawthorn in Melbourne.
The globally significant project comprises all 241 residential apartments and five commercial tenancies equipped with world-leading NOX Energy Intelligent Power Sockets (IPS) to support EV charging across the building.
Each resident will have access to their own dedicated charging point, enabling EV charging directly from their allocated parking space. The installation also includes 10 additional IPS units and a 22kW MSI charger for commercial tenants.
“Electric vehicles are cheaper to run, better for the environment and quieter on our streets, but for too many apartment residents charging has been a barrier,” Minister Bowen said.
“The 251 EV chargers installed here make this the largest EV-enabled building in Australia and among the largest globally.
“We want more Australians to be able to enjoy the savings and convenience that come with driving an EV, no matter whether they live in a house or an apartment.
“Charging at home is the cheapest and easiest way to power an EV, and this rollout helps make that possible for more people.”
The installation is part of the “Accelerating EV Adoption: Unlocking EVs for Strata Residents” project, which supports the deployment of 2,000 EV charging devices across Australian strata buildings. This project includes funding from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) through the Driving the Nation initiative, which aims to accelerate electric vehicle adoption nationwide.
“For the energy transition to be beneficial for everyone, apartment residents need to have the same access to EV charging as people who live in freestanding houses,” said Darren Miller, CEO at ARENA.
“This project shows how innovative, low-cost charging solutions can unlock EV uptake for people who live in apartments, one of the biggest remaining barriers to widespread electric vehicle adoption.”
NOX Energy is addressing EV accessibility challenges through the provision of affordable charge points for the millions of Australians who live in strata buildings. Until now, the vast majority of apartment and townhouse occupiers have had limited ability to charge at home.
“This project shows that EV charging doesn’t need to involve massive electrical upgrades or expensive infrastructure,” said Charlie Richardson, Co-Founder of NOX Energy.
“By using smart power points and intelligent load management, we can ensure every resident has access to their own charger at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions.
“Today’s announcement foreshadows the rapid expansion of inexpensive charging facilities in apartments, townhouses, office complexes, government departments and other public carparks that can’t afford or access other charging options.”
The installation was delivered by Port Melbourne–based electrical contractor ModTech Group and incorporated stainless-steel reverse-mounted ceiling bollards developed by SSAF Australia, allowing charging infrastructure to be safely installed above parking spaces while protecting electrical equipment. Charging hardware for commercial tenants was supplied by MSI and operates on the same NOX Energy load management and payment gateway.
About NOX Energy
NOX Energy is an Australian clean technology company developing intelligent EV charging infrastructure for apartment buildings and shared environments. Its Intelligent Power Sockets (IPS) and cloud-based Management System, combined with in-app functionalities, provide an optimal charging solution for residential strata, public and commercial sites, and fleets. NOX Energy aims to democratise access to electric transport and accelerate the transition to net-zero emissions by providing safe, accessible, and cost-effective charging solutions.
For more information, visit www.noxenergy.com.au.
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