Wireless PnC, a cleantech company based in Victoria, British Columbia, is making waves in the micromobility sector with its highly efficient and universally compatible wireless charging technology. The company, founded by Dr. Samira Soltani, aims to streamline fleet operations, reduce emissions, and accelerate the adoption of sustainable transportation globally.
In an exclusive interview, Ishtdeep Singh, the company's Product Development Head, detailed the technology, the company's strategic focus on the Asian market, and current funding efforts.
The Universal Charging Solution
The inspiration for Wireless PnC came from the growing need for convenient, efficient, and standardized charging for light electric vehicles, particularly e-bikes and e-scooters.
"The current plug-in charging technology is not able to solve the universality issue," explained Singh. "Some are compatible only with bikes, some only with scooters. With our single wireless charging pad, it is universal among different kinds of vehicles, whether it is an e-bike, an e-scooter, or even an industry robotic vehicle."
The system relies on inductive charging, comprising two parts: a receiver module mounted on the vehicle (e-bike/e-scooter) and a ground pad connected to a standard 120-volt wall plug. This simple infrastructure is a major differentiator, requiring minimal footprint and zero large-scale upgrades or vehicle redesigns.
A Leap in Efficiency:
Wireless PnC claims a significant technological advantage in power transfer efficiency. While traditional plug-in solutions operate at 85% to 88% efficiency, Wireless PnC achieves an impressive 95% efficiency, with only a minimal 5% power loss. This reduces power consumption by up to 30% compared to other chargers and translates to more than 400 W-hrs saved per charge for larger e-bikes-a significant benefit over the vehicle's lifetime.
This is attributed to patented coil designs and a novel shielding mechanism.
Furthermore, the system is designed for low maintenance and durability, having been successfully tested outdoors on concrete pads in rain and snowy conditions.
Asia-Pacific Strategy: Leveraging Taiwan's Ecosystem
With the e-scooter and e-bike culture booming across North America and Asia, Wireless PnC views the Asia-Pacific region as a critical market. The company is actively seeking to leverage Taiwan's strong manufacturing and semiconductor ecosystem.
The company is looking for Taiwanese partners to build key hardware components, including PCBs, charging coils, and communication chips (like Wi-Fi ESP chips).
Singh confirmed that the current visit to Taipei is about more than just supply chain. Wireless PnC is actively seeking a strategic investment to use Taiwan as a "bridge" to enter the broader Asian market, including major hubs for light electric vehicles like India and Malaysia. While the initial focus is on e-scooters and e-bikes, the company sees potential expansion into three-wheelers, golf carts, and e-rickshaws.
Company Status and Fundraising
Wireless PnC was officially incorporated in 2023, though the idea was initiated by co-founders Dr. Samira Soltani (CEO) and Dr. Sahar Sam (Serial Entrepreneur) back in 2020. Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, the company currently employs 14 full-time staff.
The company has completed indoor testing and MVPs and has already tested its technology with two prominent bike-sharing companies in Canada. An outdoor pilot installation is planned for the near future at an educational institution in Canada.
Wireless PnC is currently seeking to raise US$1 million in a pre-seed funding round. These funds are earmarked for product development, pilot installations, team expansion, and securing additional non-dilutive grants, all aimed at scaling wireless charging stations and strengthening partnerships with fleet operators and municipalities. The company has already successfully secured nearly US$1 million in non-dilutive funding through grants and subsidies.
Wireless PnC is positioning itself as a leader in the cleantech transition, offering a versatile charging solution that could become a key infrastructure component for smart cities worldwide.
Wireless PnC CEO and Fouder, Dr. Samira Soltani. Credit: Wireless PnC
Article edited by Joseph Tsai