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2024
Public EV chargers are good for the planet. They’re also good for business.
Research shows that businesses with charging stations nearby see an economic boost.
When the Racetrac chain of convenience stores was deciding whether to install electric vehicle chargers, project lead Rushi Patel started with a blank Excel sheet and a lot of questions. Did the financials make sense? Where is the best to install them? What features should they have? The answers to questions like these could go a long way toward establishing an economic argument for building out America’s public EV charging infrastructure.
“We found our guests using new types of fuels, like electrons, and we wanted to be with them as part of that journey,” said Patel, the diversified energy manager at Racetrac’s parent company Metroplex Energy. But he was clear that “it’s important to have an offer that does make money.”
Patel slowly started to populate his spreadsheet in 2021, filling cells with EV adoption rates, utility prices, construction costs and a range of other metrics. He also took the company’s executives on a two-hour tour of charging spots in Atlanta, where Racetrac is based. One was tucked behind a shopping plaza, the other was deep within the bowels of a mall garage. It was clear to them that Racetrac could do better.
Two years later, Racetrac installed its first Level 3 fast charger in Oxford, Alabama — complete with the company’s logo and a canopy to shade people from the sun as they pump electrons. It has since opened seven more in three states. So far, he said, “[the business model] is holding up pretty well.”
Those eight chargers are among the 61,000 that blanket the country, a figure that has more than doubled since 2022. The increase comes as mounting evidence shows EV charging stations can be a boon to businesses, and …
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Grist, by Tik Root, October 22, 2024
Why EVs Are the Most Affordable and Smartest Option for Seniors.
Before diving into sustainability, I spent years focusing on Boomers transitioning into retirement. What did I learn? Seniors prioritize affordability, simplicity, and comfort. As we age, safety and cost-efficiency become key—enter electric vehicles (EVs). EVs aren’t just the future; they’re the perfect choice for seniors today.
Upfront Affordability.
Believe it or not, EVs—especially used models—are now incredibly affordable. Thanks to federal incentives, seniors can find low-mileage, used EVs for under $9,000. That’s cheaper than a gas-guzzling, high-mileage Camry! For seniors looking to save on costs without sacrificing modern features, an EV is a smart investment.
Low Maintenance.
Simplicity is key for seniors, and EVs deliver just that. Unlike gas vehicles, which have thousands of moving parts, EVs have fewer than 30. This translates to fewer breakdowns, less frequent repairs, and lower maintenance costs. Forget about worrying over spark plugs, serpentine belts, or transmissions—EVs are designed for hassle-free …
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IPMI Blog, by Margaret-Ann Leavitt, October, 2024
Hurricane Helene left more than 200 dead and hundreds more people missing in the US.
Stretching across six states, damage has been catastrophic and relief efforts complicated by widespread infrastructure destruction, damage estimated at hundreds of billions of dollars, says National Car Charging, adding that could also make Hurricane Helene one of the most expensive natural disasters in US history.
“As the hurricane disrupted power grids and rendered much of the traditional infrastructure useless, renewable energy systems and EVs stepped in to provide critical support,” it says.
“This moment offers a crucial lesson in how clean energy can aid recovery efforts in the face of natural disasters,’ says National Car Charging, explaining that many people turned to EVs like Ford’s F-150 Lightning and Rivian’s R1T for emergency power.
“These electric trucks, with their ability to serve as mobile power stations, became lifesavers for those cut off from the grid …
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EVs & Beyond, by Geoff Dobson, October 9, 2024
National Car Charging secures E&I Cooperative Services contract.
National Car Charging (NCC) has won a multi-year charging procurement contract for Level-2 and DC fast charging infrastructure with E&I Cooperative Services, the only member-owned, non-profit sourcing cooperative exclusively focused on serving the education community.
The contract goes into effect immediately allowing E&I's member audience to take full advantage of the highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away.
National Car Charging will be supplying both networked and non-networked fast charging solutions from a wide range of manufacturers including ChargePoint, Kempower, and Webasto. They will also be presenting several different networking software options including EV Connect, and maintenance services from ChargerHelp.
The wide selection of hardware and software will meet the varied demands within the educational space from parking to a wide array of fleet vehicles to school buses and watercraft. Prior to offering hardware and software recommendations, NCC provides consulting and planning services to ensure the right solution for school districts.
"Not only is NCC providing competitive pricing and significant industry expertise to our members across the country, but their strong commitment to the environment and the educational community aligns seamlessly with E&I's values," said Eric Frank, CEO and president of E&I Cooperative Services.
Having installed more than 11,000 EV charging ports across 48 states, including 1,100 clients, NCC brings a wealth of expertise to E&I's membership and the public sector.
Currently, more than 60% of their work is with …
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Electric Vehicle Charging & Infrastructure, by James Foster, September 23, 2024
Highly Competitive Rates Now Available for Campus EV Infrastructures. The nation’s largest and most experienced independent electric vehicle (EV) charging station reseller and installer, National Car Charging (NCC), announced today they won a multi-year charging procurement contract for Level-2 and DC fast charging infrastructure with E&I Cooperative Services, the only member-owned, non-profit sourcing cooperative exclusively focused on serving the education community. The contract goes into effect immediately allowing E&I’s member audience to take full advantage of the highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away.
“We’re thrilled to announce National Car Charging has been selected by E&I Cooperative Services to bring electric vehicle charging to our schools nationwide,” stated Jim Burness, National Car Charging’s CEO and founder. “We believe education is the cornerstone of America’s electrification movement, and this partnership will benefit our children’s health and also reinforce the importance of alternative energy options for our communities.”
National Car Charging will be supplying both networked and non-networked fast charging solutions from a wide range of manufacturers including ChargePoint, Kempower, and Webasto. They will also be presenting several different networking software options including EV Connect, and maintenance services …
READ the full article here.
IPMI & Member News, September, 16 2024
National Car Charging Wins Contract with E&I Cooperative.
National Car Charging will be supplying both networked and non-networked fast charging solutions from a wide range of manufacturers including ChargePoint, Kempower, and Webasto. They will also be presenting several different networking software options including EV Connect, and maintenance services from ChargerHelp!.
The wide selection of hardware and software will meet the varied demands within the educational space from parking to a wide array of fleet vehicles to school buses and watercraft. Prior to offering hardware and software recommendations, NCC provides consulting and planning services to ensure the right solution for school districts.
“Not only is NCC providing competitive pricing and significant industry expertise to our members across the country, but their strong commitment to the environment and the educational community aligns seamlessly with E&I’s values,” shared Eric Frank, CEO and president of E&I Cooperative Services. “As the only member-owned, non-profit cooperative exclusively focused on education, we’re excited to provide members with access to an industry leader in this area.”
National Car Charging, whose business started in 2011 to exclusively focus on the country’s EV charging infrastructure …
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Auto Connected Car News, by Lynn Walford, September 15, 2024
National Car Charging Wins Procurement Contract with Education Cooperative E&I
Electric vehicle charging station reseller and installer National Car Charging (NCC) has won a multi-year charging procurement contract for Level 2 and DC fast-charging infrastructure with E&I Cooperative Services, a member-owned, non-profit sourcing cooperative focused on serving the education community. The contract goes into effect immediately, allowing E&I’s member audience to take full advantage of …
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Hydrogen-Carbon-Capture-Network, September 12, 2024
National Car Charging Wins E&I Cooperative Services Contract
The contract goes into effect immediately, allowing E&I's member audience to take full advantage of the highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away.
National Car Charging (NCC), announced it won a multi-year charging procurement contract for Level-2 and DC fast charging infrastructure with E&I Cooperative Services. The contract goes into effect immediately allowing E&I’s member audience to take full advantage of the “highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away,” the company said.
“We’re thrilled to announce National Car Charging has been selected by E&I Cooperative Services to bring electric vehicle charging to our schools nationwide,” said Jim Burness, National Car Charging’s CEO and founder. “We believe education is the cornerstone of America’s electrification movement, and this partnership will benefit our children’s health and also reinforce the importance of alternative energy options for our communities.”
National Car Charging will be supplying both networked and non-networked fast charging solutions from a wide range of manufacturers including ChargePoint, Kempower, and Webasto. It will also be presenting several different networking software options including EV Connect, and maintenance services from …
READ the full article here.
Break and Front End, September 12, 2024
National Car Charging Wins E&I Cooperative Services Contract
The contract goes into effect immediately, allowing E&I's member audience to take full advantage of the highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away.
National Car Charging (NCC), announced it won a multi-year charging procurement contract for Level-2 and DC fast charging infrastructure with E&I Cooperative Services. The contract goes into effect immediately allowing E&I’s member audience to take full advantage of the “highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away,” the company said.
“We’re thrilled to announce National Car Charging has been selected by E&I Cooperative Services to bring electric vehicle charging to our schools nationwide,” said Jim Burness, National Car Charging’s CEO and founder. “We believe education is the cornerstone of America’s electrification movement, and this partnership will benefit our children’s health and also reinforce the importance of alternative energy options for our communities.”
National Car Charging will be supplying both networked and non-networked fast charging solutions from a wide range of manufacturers including ChargePoint, Kempower, and Webasto. It will also be presenting several different networking software options including EV Connect, and maintenance services from …
READ the full article here.
Tomorrow’s Technician, September 12, 2024
National Car Charging Secures E&I Cooperative Services Contract
The contract goes into effect immediately, allowing E&I's member audience to take full advantage of the highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away.
National Car Charging (NCC), announced it won a multi-year charging procurement contract for Level-2 and DC fast charging infrastructure with E&I Cooperative Services. The contract goes into effect immediately allowing E&I’s member audience to take full advantage of the “highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away,” the company said.
“We’re thrilled to announce National Car Charging has been selected by E&I Cooperative Services to bring electric vehicle charging to our schools nationwide,” said Jim Burness, National Car Charging’s CEO and founder. “We believe education is the cornerstone of America’s electrification movement, and this partnership will benefit our children’s health and also reinforce the importance of alternative energy options for our communities.”
National Car Charging will be supplying both networked and non-networked fast charging solutions from a wide range of manufacturers including ChargePoint, Kempower, and Webasto. It will also be presenting several different networking software options including EV Connect, and maintenance services from ChargerHelp!.
The wide selection of hardware and software will meet the varied demands within the educational space from parking to a wide array of fleet vehicles to school buses and watercraft. Prior to offering hardware and software recommendations, NCC provides consulting and planning services to ensure the right solution for school districts.
“Not only is NCC providing competitive pricing and significant industry expertise to our members across the country, but their strong commitment to the environment and the educational community aligns seamlessly with E&I’s values,” shared Eric Frank, CEO and president of E&I Cooperative Services. “As the only member-owned, non-profit cooperative exclusively focused on education, we’re excited to provide members with access to an industry leader in this area.”
READ the full article here.
After Market News, By Emma Henderson, September 12, 2024
National Car Charging Wins Procurement Contract with Education Cooperative E&I.
Electric vehicle charging station reseller and installer National Car Charging (NCC) has won a multi-year charging procurement contract for Level 2 and DC fast-charging infrastructure with E&I Cooperative Services, a member-owned, non-profit sourcing cooperative focused on serving the education community. The contract goes into effect immediately, allowing E&I’s member audience to take full advantage of the EV infrastructure rates right away.
“We’re thrilled to announce National Car Charging has been selected by E&I Cooperative Services to bring electric vehicle charging to our schools nationwide,” says Jim Burness, CEO and founder of NCC. “We believe education is the cornerstone of America’s electrification movement, and this partnership will benefit our children’s health and also reinforce the importance of alternative energy options for our communities.”
NCC will be supplying both networked and non-networked fast-charging solutions from a range of manufacturers including ChargePoint, Kempower and Webasto. It will also be presenting several different networking software options including EV Connect, and maintenance services from ChargerHelp!.
“Not only is NCC providing competitive pricing and significant industry expertise to our members across the country, but their strong commitment to the environment and the educational community aligns seamlessly with E&I’s values,” says Eric Frank, CEO and president of E&I.
NCC, which started in 2011 to focus on the country’s EV charging infrastructure buildout, will be fulfilling the contract with its full portfolio of EV charging hardware and software solutions.
The company has installed more than 11,000 EV charging ports across 48 states, including 1,100 clients. Currently, more than 60% of its work is with municipalities, non-profits and educational institutions. NCC has been awarded procurement contracts with seven U.S. states to date including California and Colorado, and it participates in more than eight different public and private cooperative buying programs throughout the U.S.
To learn more about NCC’s partnership with E&I, visit nationalcarcharging.com/eandi.
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NGT News: Next Gen Transportation, by Erin O’Connor, September 12, 2024
Denver EV charging company inks agreement with State of Maryland.
National Car Charging, a Denver-based electric vehicle charging station reseller and installer, announced Aug. 13 it has been awarded a multi-year NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement with the State of Maryland. The contract covers electric vehicle Level 2 (AC) and DC fast (DCFC) charging hardware, networking software and O&M services.
The program aims to help public entities nationwide meet the growing demand for EV charging infrastructure through the Participating Addendum Process.
Through this agreement, National Car Charging and its Honolulu-based subsidiary, Aloha Charge, will offer their products to state and local governments and educational entities across the nation.
“We are deeply honored to be chosen as the EV charging solutions provider for the State of Maryland and NASPO ValuePoint,” said Jim Burness, CEO of National Car Charging. “With our proven track record and the NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement, we can effectively support the transition to electrified transportation smoothly and efficiently. This recognition is a testament to NCC’s leadership in the EV charging sector.”
Founded in 2011, National Car Charging has more than 11,000 ports installed across 1,100 clients in 48 states. The company offers EV charging hardware, software and maintenance solutions.
“No two charging installations are alike, so we tailor our recommendations to fit each customer’s unique needs,” Burness said. “We’ve spent a decade curating the most reliable EV charging options on the market. We pair these with competitive pricing and stellar customer service, ensuring both station operators and drivers benefit.”
READ the full article here.
Colorado Biz, August 20, 2024
Kempower Secures Type Certification in California.
Kempower has received the California Type Evaluation Program (CTEP) certification for its Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE). The Finnish hardware manufacturer can thus deploy its products in the US state more quickly.
According to tests in mid-June, Kempower’s DC charging products “demonstrated high accuracy and reliability, with all repeatability tests resulting in less than 1.0% error,” the company writes. That means the manufacturer’s hardware measures energy dispensed almost precisely, while the error margin is “always in favour of the consumer.”
Kempower also notes that its accuracy results were allegedly “among the best [the CTEP Evaluator] has ever measured.”
“This milestone not only enhances our product portfolio but also strengthens our partnership with industry leaders. CTEP certification is essential for operating commercial EVSE in California, the largest EV market in North America, comparable to Germany in Europe,” says Jussi Vanhanen, Chief Market Officer.
“Achieving CTEP certification demonstrates our commitment to delivering high accuracy charging to protect our customers. Kempower’s base model products performed to the best accuracy class of 2.0—similar to commonly used third party DC meters—providing lower cost options with exceptional performance, consistently favoring consumers,” says Somia Youssef, Product Specialist for North America who led the certification process.
Kempower opened a production facility in Durham County in the US state of North Carolina in June. It is where the manufacturer makes its charging infrastructure for the US and Canadian markets. It, for instance, supplies the hardware to National Car Charging for an exclusive contract with the state of California to set up non-networked DC fast chargers.
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Electrive, Infrastructure, By Carla Westerheide, August 19, 2024
Can Georgia help lead the U.S. in electric vehicle production?
The U.S. is on a mission to lead the world in the production of electric vehicles and batteries. This all comes as Georgia Governor Brian Kemp is pushing the Peach State to be a frontrunner, by becoming the electric mobility capital of the U.S. On today’s edition of “Closer Look,” Rose talks with guests about the current state of EV production and adoption in the U.S. and what’s being done to increase the EV workforce. Guests include:
Mark Phelan, an auto critic and columnist for the Detroit Free Press
Jim Burness, and the CEO of National Car Charging
Dr. Jessica Hutcheson, the vice president of learning and development for ChargerHelp!
Jenny Taylor, the vice president of career services and the chief mission officer for Goodwill of North Georgia
READ the full article here.
NPR’s WABE, A Closer Look with Rose Scott, February 26, 2024
Charged Up: Georgia's EV adoption continues to show growth.
Technology is changing the future of global transportation. The United States is on a mission to lead the world in the production of electric vehicles and batteries.
Under the Build Back Better plan, President Joe Biden has set a goal for half of all new vehicles sold in the U.S. in 2030 to be zero-emissions vehicles. This all comes as Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp wants the Peach State to be a frontrunner by becoming the electric mobility capital of the U.S.
On Monday’s edition of “Closer Look,” show host Rose Scott spoke with guests about the current state of EV production and adoption in the U.S. and what’s being done to increase the EV workforce.
Guests include:
Mark Phelan, an auto critic and columnist for the Detroit Free Press
Jim Burness, the CEO of National Car Charging
Dr. Jessica Hutcheson, the vice president of learning and development for ChargerHelp!
Jenny Taylor, the vice president of career services and the chief mission officer for Goodwill of North Georgia
READ the full article here.
NPR’s WABE, A Closer Look with Rose Scott, February 26, 2024
National Car Charging secures contract with state of California.
Denver-headquartered EV charging station reseller and installer NCC has received an exclusive three-year procurement contract from the California Department of General Services (DGS) for non-networked DC fast charging infrastructure.
The contract is part of the state’s investment of more than $10 billion for zero-emission vehicles and infrastructure under its $52-plus billion California Climate Commitment.
NCC plans to fulfill the contract with DC fast chargers from Finnish manufacturer Kempower, which recently opened a plant in Durham, North Carolina, to produce its Power Unit, Station Charger, Movable Charger and Satellite models.
“We chose Kempower for California because of their quality, small footprint and modularity,” said Jim Burness, NCC CEO and founder. “They’re also ideal for California because of their uptime and ability to withstand the climate extremes.”
READ the full article here.
Charged EVs, by Marilyn Burkley. February 21, 2024
Was Hertz’s EV program doomed to fail?
Over the past few weeks, there has been a lot of press around Hertz's decision to scale back its electric vehicle (EV) initiative. The media has mostly attributed the cutback on depressed resale values of used EVs and their high repair costs for damage. However, I’ve yet to see an article about what I suspect is another key culprit - their rollout strategy.
Before we dive in, let me state up front that I do applaud Hertz for integrating EVs into their fleets. As a category leader, it only makes sense for them to lead the rental market into and through the electrification transition and to come to market as boldly as they did. It was a huge undertaking. Unfortunately, there were some fatal flaws in their strategy as we’ll delve into below.
Change is hard.
Change, whether it’s a transition from gas to electric vehicles, from landlines to cellular phones, or even broadcast TV to cable and then to streaming … it’s an adjustment and not necessarily something that naturally comes easily to everyone. Plus, with change inherently comes fear. Studies have shown fear is hardwired into our brain and is often a barrier to accepting innovation.
Published on LinkedIn, by Jim Burness, February 19, 2024
National Car Charging awarded contract with the State of California.
The California Legislature recently appropriated general funds to the Department of General Services (DGS) Office of Sustainability (OS) to support the installation of EV charging infrastructure. Through DGS' rigorous RFP process, National Car Charging was selected to be the exclusive non-networked DC fast charging provider for the state.
Having long led the country in EV adoption, California accelerated its build out of the state's clean energy infrastructure in 2022 in an effort to achieve its world-leading climate goals of having net-zero carbon emissions and 100% clean electricity by 2045.
To accelerate this transition and help reach the goal to install 250,000 chargers, the state is investing more than US$10bn for zero-emission cars, trucks, buses and infrastructure as part of the historic US$52-plus billion California Climate Commitment.
READ the full article here.
Electric Vehicle Charging & Infrastructure, by James Foster, February 6, 2024
Durham, NC – (February 2, 2024) National Car Charging (NCC), an independent electric vehicle (EV) charging station reseller and installer based in the US, has selected Kempower charging satellites as it’s solution to execute an exclusive project providing DC fast charging infrastructure across the State of California. This week, National Car Charging (NCC), announced that they have been exclusively awarded a multi-year charging station procurement contract for non-networked DC fast charging infrastructure with the State of California through the California Department of General Services (DGS).
The California Legislature recently appropriated general funds to DGS Office of Sustainability (OS) to support the multi-year installation project for EV charging infrastructure. Having long led the country in EV adoption, California accelerated their build out of the state’s clean energy infrastructure in 2022 in an effort to achieve their world-leading climate goals of having net-zero carbon emissions and 100% clean electricity by 2045.
To accelerate this transition and help reach the goal to install 250,000 chargers, the state is investing over $10 billion for zero-emission cars, trucks, buses and infrastructure as part of the historic $52-plus billion California Climate Commitment.
READ the full article here.
February 2, 2024
Kempower is part of a state-wide procurement contract in California.
“At NCC, we offer a vast portfolio of highly-vetted products; however, we chose Kempower for California because of their quality, small footprint and modularity,” Jim Burness, CEO of National Car Charging, said. He added that Kempower products were “also ideal for California because of their unprecedented uptime and their ability to withstand the climate extremes. Their products are extremely versatile and can charge a wide variety of vehicles, including cars, medium and heavy trucks, school and transit buses, heavy equipment, emergency vehicles, watercraft and more.”
The California Department of General Services (DGS) awarded the contract. The California Legislature recently appropriated general funds to the DGS Office of Sustainability to support the installation of EV charging infrastructure.
READ the full article here.
Electrive, By Nora Manthey, Kempower is part of a state-wide procurement contract in California, February 1, 2024
California Taps National Car Charging for Broad EV Infrastructure Plan.
National Car Charging secures an exclusive contract with California to provide non-networked DC fast charging stations, partnering with Kempower. This step aligns with California's broader initiative to install 250,000 chargers by 2045.
In a significant stride towards a low-carbon future, National Car Charging (NCC), a renowned charger station reseller and installer, has clinched an exclusive contract with the State of California. The agreement appoints NCC as California's primary provider of non-networked DC fast charging stations. Adding strength to this ambitious initiative, NCC has allied with Kempower, a Finland-based company with a manufacturing plant in North Carolina. Kempower's superior charging solutions will be made available to public entities and qualifying non-profits throughout California.
READ the full article here.
BNN, by Wojciech Zylm, California Taps National Car Charging for Broad EV Infrastructure Plan, January 31, 2024
The Green Connection - EVs and Sustainable Farming.
At first blush, the future of EVs and farming may not seem interconnected; however, the future of agriculture, especially in the United States, is uniquely dependent on the rise of electrified transportation for its survival and that of the planet’s.
Agriculture and climate change.
Farming has long been at the mercy of Mother Nature. Even the classic 1939 film The Wizard of Oz is the story of a tornado threatening the family farm. Those fears and weather uncertainties have only escalated over time. Ever since the Industrial Revolution, the release of vast quantities of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gasses into the atmosphere has altered the earth’s climate, and in turn, has greatly impacted our farming communities.
Rising temperatures have caused droughts, ravaging wildfires, unprecedented storms, and generally disruptive and unpredictable weather – negatively impacting all of us and especially the agricultural community. In recent years, these destructive events have brought global warming more into the limelight; even subtle shifts in temperature and precipitation have affected the ecosystems and the yield of many crops. A recent NASA study revealed farm yields are expected to decrease by 24% by 2030 and higher carbon dioxide levels will decrease their nutritional value.
In 2022, American Farm Bureau Federation research found natural disasters resulted in $21.5 billion in agricultural losses nationwide. This past year, the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food, and Markets estimated the state’s farmers lost $16M (~1/3 to 1/2 of the state’s yield) due to 48 hours of unprecedented rainfall.
READ the full article here.
The nation’s largest and most experienced independent electric vehicle (EV) charging station reseller and installer, National Car Charging (NCC), announced today they won a multi-year charging procurement contract for Level-2 and DC fast charging infrastructure with E&I Cooperative Services, the only member-owned, non-profit sourcing cooperative exclusively focused on serving the education community. The contract goes into effect immediately allowing E&I’s member audience to take full advantage of the highly competitive EV infrastructure rates right away.
“We’re thrilled to announce National Car Charging has been selected by E&I Cooperative Services to bring electric vehicle charging to our schools nationwide,” stated Jim Burness, National Car Charging’s CEO and founder. “We believe education is the cornerstone of America’s electrification movement, and this partnership will benefit our children’s health and also reinforce the importance of alternative energy options for our communities.”
National Car Charging will be supplying both networked and non-networked fast charging solutions from a wide range of manufacturers including ChargePoint, Kempower, and Webasto. They will also be presenting several different networking software options including EV Connect, and maintenance services from ChargerHelp!.
2023
Tesla road warrior Jim Burness says he's traversed the continent from his home in Denver and avoided most problems that many EV road trippers experience.
“I’ve driven very easily from here to Boston, Chicago, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles and San Francisco, all on separate trips,” he said. “The Tesla supercharging experience is pretty seamless.”
He stops often enough to keep his battery range above 20% so that it will recharge quickly – which means anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes.
“You drive about two hours,” he said. “You stop, you get out, you stretch your legs, you go the bathroom, you go get something to eat, check your email and by the time you come out, it’s almost done” charging.
He concedes it’s a shift for gasoline-powered road trippers who are used to shorter refueling and break times, but if they are not in too much of a hurry, they may find their trips more enjoyable. “It’s a nice cadence,” Burness said. READ the full article HERE.
TheMessenger, EV Road Trips Test Drivers’ Nerves, Patience and Resolve: Electric car drivers say the charging network for cross-country trips is still riddled with glitches and inconveniences., September 3, 2023
Hawaiʻi becomes first to take part in federal EV infrastructure formula program.
Hawaiʻi will be the first state in the country to take part in the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program.
The Federal Highway Administration awarded the state $2.6 million in funding for the project, which will be used by the state Department of Transportation to purchase 32 fast EV chargers and 16 power units.
Jim Burness, CEO of Aloha Charge, said the NEVI program will be applied throughout the state. "For much of the country, the priority for NEVI is to further enable long-distance travel," Burness said. "In Hawaiʻi, it means many things from bridging the long distance gaps on the Big Island to providing reliable charging options in densely populated Honolulu to bring in much needed fast charging access to the neighbor islands."
Burness called Hawaiʻi "the ideal state to take the lead within every program."
"While the environmental stakes are high for all of us, Hawaiʻi is seeing the effects of climate change front and center each and every day," Burness said. "The urgent need to get off fossil fuels cannot be understated, and these NEVI stations will allow the drivers in Hawaiʻi to transition to electrify transportation even more quickly." READ the full article HERE.
Hawai’i Public Radio (HPR), Hawaiʻi becomes first to take part in federal EV infrastructure formula program., July 12, 2023
When I started National Car Charging (NCC), it wasn’t my first rodeo, and I knew what I was getting into. Long hours, wearing multiple hats, and lots of juggling. As any entrepreneur will tell you, starting a company isn’t for the faint of heart.
Thankfully, I brought lots of experience to the table from other leadership roles at both my own and others’ companies. Some were big and others small, and each had their own challenges, so I had a handle on what kind of company culture I wanted to create and how I wanted to lead it.
What I wasn’t prepared for and what no one could have anticipated was the unprecedented growth in all aspects of the electric car industry – and the subsequent gold rush – and what that would mean for our startup, our five- and ten-year plans, and honestly, my personal life.
While growth is a great problem to have, drinking from a fire hose isn’t sustainable and the team was looking at me to steer the ship in uncharted territory without a compass. Ji IPMI’s Parking & Mobility Magazine, Leadership Moment: Leadership on the New Frontier - Navigating monumental company growth in an emerging industry while balancing all the normal day-to-day business demands, April 2023
Boulder is famous for its value of environmental preservation, education, and quality of life, but nestled within this idyllic setting is truly a hotbed of change and innovation.
This innovative spirit is deeply embedded in the fabric of the University and it’s long been part of the school’s vision: The University of Colorado will be a premier, accessible and transformative public university that provides a quality and affordable education with outstanding teaching, learning, research, service and health care.
This vision permeates every aspect of their four campuses from the classrooms to the parking lots.
By RJ Harrington, IPMI’s Parking & Mobility Magazine, The University of Colorado Goes Electric: How One University is Promoting a ZEV Lifestyle through Transportation Infrastructure, Fleets & On-Campus Buses, February, 2023.
Hawaii First With NEVI Funded Chargers
Hawaii has successfully secured the first round of funding from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program. The program is a federal initiative that aims to expand the electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the United States.
The funding will be used to install new EV charging stations in various locations across Hawaii, including public parks, airports, and other public facilities. The goal is to make EV charging more accessible and convenient for residents and visitors.
The project is a collaboration between the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT), the Hawaii State Energy Office (HSEO), and the Hawaii Electric Light Company (HELCO). These organizations will work together to plan and implement the new charging infrastructure.
This initiative is part of Hawaii’s broader efforts to transition to clean energy and reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. The state has set a goal to have 100% of its ground transportation powered by renewable energy by 2045.
The NEVI program is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy and aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles nationwide by expanding the charging infrastructure. Hawaii is the first state to receive funding from this program. Original Source: https://evne.ws/3XKOT0s
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Tritium becomes sole supplier in Hawaii’s first NEVI charger rollout
The State of Hawai’i has selected Tritium to supply all fast chargers in its first National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) funding round. The company believes Tritium is now the first manufacturer to secure an order through the NEVI program.
Part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, NEVI will provide $5 billion over five years to support the development of EV chargers across US highways, including almost 1,000 miles of roadway in Hawai’i.
To unlock the funding, all 50 states of America, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico had to submit EV infrastructure deployment plans, a process they completed last August. A month later, in September 2022, the Federal Highway Administration approved Hawai’i’s proposal, granting the state access to $2.6 million of NEVI funding in FY2022.
Hawai’i Department of Transportation (HDOT) now chose the partners and will have them install charging facilities along the Alternative Fuel Corridors designated by NEVI.
HDOT is using the initial round of funding – the amount was not disclosed – to procure eight Tritium NEVI systems, comprising 32 fast chargers delivering 150 kW and 16 power units. The order for HDOT was placed by the National Car Charging subsidiary Aloha Charge, and the sites will be equipped with software developed by EV Connect. READ the full article HERE.
Electrive.com, Tritium becomes sole supplier in Hawaii’s first NEVI charger rollout., July 12, 2023
Tritium DCFC Limited (Tritium) (Nasdaq: DCFC), a global leader in direct current (DC) fast chargers for electric vehicles (EVs), today announced that the company will provide all fast chargers for the State of Hawai’i’s first round of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program funding. The company believes Tritium is now the first manufacturer to secure a fast charger order through NEVI program funding.
To commemorate this milestone, executives from Tritium, along with project partners Sustainability Partners and National Car Charging, will join officials from the White House, Joint Office of Energy and Transportation, and Hawai’i Department of Transportation (HDOT) for a virtual discussion today about the future of e-mobility nationwide and how partnerships like theirs are paving the way for a more sustainable future. READ the full article HERE.
Yahoo! Finance, Tritium Becomes First Manufacturer to Win NEVI Fast Charger Order; Company to Provide All Fast Chargers for First Phase of Hawai’i NEVI Program., July 12, 2023
The Puunene Park and Ride is poised to be one of the first in the state to receive electric vehicle chargers through the multibillion-dollar National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program, which is part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
Federal, state and private industry leaders announced Tuesday that Hawaii is the first in the nation to secure the charger order though the NEVI program funding. They described Hawaii as “the ideal state to take the lead” due to the impacts of climate change on the islands and the state’s reliance on imported fuel.
It is estimated that Hawaii will receive a total of $17.6 million in funding throughout the duration of the program, according to a news release from Tritium DCFC Ltd., which is providing the chargers for the state in this first round of program funding. READ the full article HERE.
By Melissa Tanji, The Maui News, EV chargers coming to Maui under federal program, July 12, 2023
What Tesla’s EV charging win really means for drivers.
There are about 150,000 public electric vehicle chargers of various sorts in the United States, according to a recent report by S&P Global Mobility. If you think that sounds like a lot, you have no idea what’s on the way.
By 2030, there will need to be more than 2.1 million public EV chargers to support an expected 28 million electric vehicles on America’s roads, that same report finds. With the US electric vehicle industry on the cusp of rapid expansion, Ford and General Motors, together with Tesla, recently made alliances that will change the future development of EV charging.
Ford and GM are going to start allowing their electric vehicles to use Tesla chargers and, in the future, will even build their vehicles with charging ports – the place on the vehicle where the EV charger plugs in – based on Tesla’s design standards. That means they’ll be able to use Tesla chargers seamlessly without an adapter. READ the full article HERE.
By Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNN Business, What Tesla’s EV charging win really means for drivers, June 15, 2023
Rethinking Parking Facility Design. How Electric Cars are Changing the Architecture of Parking.
The EV revolution is speeding towards us. In the last five years, electric cars have gone from being something you occasionally saw on the road to being everywhere. Last year, there were more than 750,000 new all-electric cars registered in the U.S. - a 57% increase over 2021. In total, EVs represented nearly 6% of all new cars sold last year, while gas cars saw a 11% drop in sales. And we’re seeing them on the roads. Just this morning while taking my daughter to school, I saw 15 Teslas, three (3) Rivians, two (2) ID4s and a Bolt - 20 electric cars in the span of a two mile round trip commute.
With this fast paced change comes new thinking around fueling and how that impacts businesses like parking. With smaller footprints and no EPA regulation, electric fueling can now really happen anywhere and parking lots and garages are a natural fit. However, with any exponentially growing industry, it’s hard to fully see the breadth and depth of what’s coming and how to plan, especially with legislation lagging.
With over 11 years of EV charging experience, we developed a comprehensive list of recommendations and best practices on how to best prepare and more importantly plan for the endless number of EVs expected to dominate the roads over the next few years. Why is this so critical? Although charging stations are not inexpensive, it's typically the installation and retrofitting (usually costing upward of 8x that of new construction) that assume the lion share of the budget. This is where a little planning and architectural shifts can positively impact your bottom line now and into the future.
By Jim Burness, IPMI’s Parking & Mobility Magazine, Rethinking Parking Facility Design. How Electric Cars are Changing the Architecture of Parking, June 2023
2022
“But charging companies may want to add these cables because it could bring in new customers, said Jim Burness, CEO of National Car Charging, a wholesaler of equipment to the EV charging industry. Burness owns a Tesla as his personal vehicle.
“‘This will help owners of the older Teslas that would have to otherwise not only buy an adapter, but also pay for a retrofit of their car if the plug is right there on the station,’” he said.
By Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNN Business, Tesla officially makes its charging standard available to other companies, Nov 12, 2022
“But charging companies may want to add these cables because it could bring in new customers, said Jim Burness, CEO of National Car Charging, a wholesaler of equipment to the EV charging industry. Burness owns a Tesla as his personal vehicle.
“‘This will help owners of the older Teslas that would have to otherwise not only buy an adapter, but also pay for a retrofit of their car if the plug is right there on the station,’” he said.
By Peter Valdes-Dapena, CNN Business, Tesla officially makes its charging standard available to other companies, Nov 12, 2022
If you like us, we’ll like you. It makes sense, right? EVs need to be charged and drivers will frequent businesses that make fueling easy for them. In fact, several years ago, Kohl’s found electric car drivers spent about 20 more minutes in store than non-EV drivers. Similarly, another major retailer found EV drivers shopped more than three times longer than their gas car counterparts. With statistics like these, the ROI is much higher than most realize.
Testing the theory. A few years ago, my team and I decided to put this theory to the test and conducted an online survey to learn more about fueling and loyalty among EV drivers. The results were overwhelmingly conclusive. Electric car owners were more likely to favor businesses with available charging. And the numbers were big!
-Margaret-Ann Leavitt, International Parking & Mobility Institute, EV Charging Stations Drive Business Loyalty, Sept 21, 2022
The European Union (EU) recently announced they are taking a bold, unprecedented move and will join California in ending the production and sale of new internal-combustion engine (ICE) vehicles by 2035 – putting one of the last nails in the coffin of 19th-century transportation technology. Although the US, Japan, and China are not nearly as aggressive, they do have tentative targets within the decade beyond the EU’s goal. Adding credibility, Darren Woods, Exxon Mobil’s CEO, stated he believes 2040 is now the date when all new vehicles will be 100% electric.
These developments, coupled with technology improvements and EV adoption penetration running strongly ahead of even very recent expectations, means there is little doubt the ICE age will be soon over in roughly 13 years – that sounds a lot sooner than saying “2035” but they are one in the same. But will it last even that long? Probably not.
-Bill Blomberg, Parking & Mobility Magazine, The European Union Takes the Helm in Ending the ICE Age, Sept, 2022
While electric vehicles aren’t perfect, they do emit 66% less emissions than their ICE counterparts and that number only increases when EVs replace SUVs which are built on a truck chassis and emit 14% more carbon dioxide than the average small passenger car. Unbeknownst to most drivers, SUVs are the second largest global cause of CO2 emissions over the last decade, greater than shipping, aviation, heavy industry and even semi-trucks.
By reducing emissions, electric cars are helping to save lives, reducing asthma-related health issues, and generally bettering public health. The American Lung Association’s report Zeroing in on Healthy Air: A National Assessment of the Health and Climate Benefits of Zero-Emission Transportation and Electricity supports this, stating “sustained actions to spur the transition away from combustion and toward non-polluting technologies can yield major benefits to lung health, air quality and the climate.” This is a huge win for all of us, but especially those neighborhoods bordering highways and in high congestion areas.
-Margaret-Ann Leavitt, Parking & Mobility Magazine, Clean Air for All: The Game-Changing Impact of Electric Cars on Environmental Equity, Aug 2022
There is no better time to act than now. Multifamily dwellings – whether they are apartments or condos – can now increase their audience appeal and their ‘greenness,’ and make both more affordable than ever. With millions of dollars in state incentives on the table, essentially giving multifamily building owners free money to install EV charging equipment, why would you wait?
-Margaret-Ann Leavitt, International Parking & Mobility Institute, Renters Want To Go Electric, But Where Will They Charge?, Sept 21, 2022
“We can make the transition for drivers easier by putting in stations that don’t fail and are easy to use. For example, we have a new partner we just started working with called EVPassport. What is cool with their stations is there are no access cards needed – you simply scan a QR code with your phone and it automatically pays for your ‘fuel’ with Google or Apple Pay. That’s an example of taking the path of least resistance and bringing products to the market that are easy to use. It’s important to listen to what drivers are saying and what their pain points are, and then actually do the work to make sure that their needs are being met. That’s the type of innovation and thought leadership that we really support and the kind of products we want to get there.”
-Drive Clean Colorado, Stakeholder Spotlight: National Car Charging, April, 2022
2021
“No industry is going to change in the next decade more than transportation,” added Jim Burness, CEO and general manager of National Car Charging. In fact, he said most automobile manufacturers have stopped research and development on ICE motors.
– Melissa Kress, Convenience Store News, NACS Show Rewind: Electric Vehicles Are Coming & C-stores Need to Be Ready, Nov 11, 2021
“U.S. retailers need only take cues from other countries to understand where the industry is going: 80 percent of all new car sales in Norway are EV. That number will reach 100 percent in 2025, said Jim Burness, CEO and general manager of National Car Charging.
“‘Most auto makers have stopped all R&D on the internal combustion engine,” Burness said. “Almost all auto makers are planning for a 100 percent carbon neutral future.’”
– Convenience Store News Staff Report, Convenience Store News, C-store Industry Comes Together Again at 2021 NACS Show, Nov 6, 2021
“National Car Charging CEO Jim Burness said the trend now for manufacturers is to spend a whole lot more on research and development for EVs and less on fossil fuel engines. Automakers, he said, are aggressively planning a 100% carbon-free future.”
– Thomas Mulloy, CStore Decisions, NACS Sessions Look to Future With EV Charging, October 5, 2021
2020
“We weren’t sure how we could make a difference, but we knew we had to try,” Burness shared and after a few hours of brainstorming, he had an idea. “We knew lots of companies would be sending water and offering food, but I wanted to find another way to keep people in line. I was most concerned about seniors and those with health issues, so we packed up a bunch of camp chairs and shipped them to Texas.”
– Margaret-Ann Leavitt, One Colorado Business Owner Partners with a Houston University to Help Harris County Seniors Endure Long Lines at the Polls, Nov 2, 2020
2019
“Regardless if it’s a problem or not, it’s a reality. This is a change in how people fuel,” said Margaret-Ann Leavitt, vice president of marketing for Denver retailer National Car Charging, which sells EV chargers. “I would never park my car at a gas station and walk away. That’s essentially what they’re doing. Most people who stop at a public charger, they do so because they need to. (Most) people who have an EV fuel at home. If they’re fueling at a public charging station, it’s probably because they’re on a long, extended trip.”
– Tamara Chuang, The Colorado Sun, ICEholes beware: Colorado is considering parking fines for blocking electric-vehicle charging stations, Apr 22, 2019
“By adopting ZEV standards, Coloradans can expect the jobs in this industry to continue to grow. What’s more, increased vehicle electrification helps all electric ratepayers, as additional EV drivers use the grid and provide system-wide benefits.”
– Kevin Priola & Jim Burness, The Colorado Sun, Electric vehicles are the future for Colorado, Aug 15, 2019
2017
“It’s a great location [at E-470’s headquarters] because it will allow people on the southeast side of town to use electric cars to get to Denver International Airport — and being fast chargers, the drivers don’t have to sit there very long,” Burness said.
— Cathy Proctor, The Denver Business Journal, Got an electric vehicle? E-470 has new charging units for you to use, Jun 13, 2017
2013
“Our business is to intelligently charge cars, but our mission is to build an engaged and connected global EV community,” Burness said.
– The Colorado College Newsroom, May 10, 2013
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