Sydney-based e-mobility company Nox Energy is undertaking a significant electric vehicle charging rollout at The Griffin, a 254-apartment building in Canberra. The project aims to future-proof the building for EV adoption, offering residents the ability to install smart charging sockets in their own parking spaces.
Smart Charging Infrastructure for Apartment Living
Nox Energy is currently installing the underlying charging infrastructure throughout The Griffin’s car park, enabling every parking space to be EV-ready. This approach allows residents to opt in and install a Nox Energy Intelligent Power Socket (IPS) in their designated spot as needed, without requiring a disruptive or costly retrofit later.
The IPS is specifically designed for residential strata, commercial lots, and public parking areas, making it possible for EV owners to charge their vehicles even if they do not own the property. Over 90 residents have already chosen to install the IPS, with more than 35% of all residents opting in—many before even purchasing an EV.
How the System Works
Nox Energy’s management system tracks all charging sessions, payments, and tariffs, automatically reimbursing the meter proprietor at the end of each billing cycle. Residents can also purchase the MSI EZgo 15A portable charger, which is compatible with the IPS, at a discounted rate.
The first phase of infrastructure installation at The Griffin is now operational, with the full rollout scheduled for completion by mid-November 2026. This staged approach means residents can join the program at their own pace as EV adoption grows.
Competitor Comparison
While several companies are working to enable EV charging in multi-unit dwellings, Nox Energy’s approach stands out for its focus on individual ownership and flexible opt-in. Other providers may require building-wide retrofits or offer fewer options for residents who do not yet own an EV. The Griffin project follows Nox Energy’s earlier installation at Sierra Hawthorn in Melbourne, highlighting its growing presence in the Australian market.
Historical Context
The Griffin is only the second strata building in Australia to be fitted out by Nox Energy, following the Sierra Hawthorn project in Melbourne completed in March 2026. The current rollout is part of a broader initiative to install nearly 2,000 IPS smart sockets across 16 apartment buildings nationwide, supported by a A$1.5M (~$1.1M) grant from the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) as part of its Driving the Nation Program.
Regional Availability
Nox Energy’s Accelerating EV Adoption program is focused on apartment buildings across Australia, with installations already underway in Canberra and Melbourne. The company aims to expand to additional cities as part of its 16-building rollout.
Why this matters
The rollout at The Griffin demonstrates a scalable solution for EV charging in multi-unit residential buildings, a key barrier to broader EV adoption in Australia. By providing future-ready infrastructure and flexible opt-in options, Nox Energy is helping to make EV ownership more accessible for apartment residents.
Support from ARENA underscores the importance of such projects in meeting national sustainability and transport electrification goals.
What this means for buyers
Apartment residents considering an EV can now look for buildings with similar infrastructure, knowing that charging at home is possible without major building-wide upgrades. For those living at The Griffin or similar properties, opting in early may provide cost and convenience benefits as EV adoption increases.
Key Specs
- Number of Apartments: 254
- Residents Opted In: Over 90 (more than 35%)
- Project Funding: A$1.5M (~$1.1M) from ARENA
- Total Project Value: A$4.8M (~$3.3M)
- Number of Buildings in Program: 16
- Total IPS Sockets Planned: Nearly 2,000
- First Installation Date: March 2026 (Sierra Hawthorn, Melbourne)
- Current Rollout Completion: Mid-November 2026 (The Griffin, Canberra)
Images sourced from: thedriven.io
