ChargeUp! Data Swap: Using Data From Battery Swapping E-Motorcycles In Nairobi
Imperial College London
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Abstract: This data-centric white paper analyzes battery swap usage from Nairobi?s e-motorcycle network piloted by the ChargeUp! initiative. The project offers Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) for efficient EV deployment. It captures granular cabinet and trip data to examine e-mobility trends, battery charging behaviors, and emissions impacts. Nairobi riders show high midday and evening demand, with frequent undercharged returns and fast recharge turnover. Geospatial modeling identifies optimized swap station placement, minimizing urban congestion and electricity cost. Emissions comparisons show up to 94% reductions compared to internal combustion engines, especially under nighttime charging aligned with renewable grid surpluses. The study examines state-of-charge distributions, stress profiles on batteries, and tariff regime sensitivity. It proposes coordinated grid charging for environmental benefit and details station-level energy demand projections. Infrastructure planning is mapped around trip density and community behavior. Overall, the report provides actionable insights into scalable green transport in dense urban settings like Nairobi.