The ChargePoint Network Expands Across America
Omar Yusuf — July 25, 2011 — Autos
References: articles.boston & gizmodo
Partially funded by the federal Department of Energy, the 'ChargePoint Network' represents a growing system of chest-high power nodes used to recharge electric cars. Although gas-free cars haven't yet become the most fashionable or affordable mode of transportation, it's clear that the United States is building the infrastructure to make the nationwide movement away from petrol as painless as possible.
Today, the ChargePoint Network makes its largest expansion yet. After installing hundreds of nodes throughout California and New York, the company deployed 142 "pumps" to 25 locations throughout Massachusetts. The endeavor to make EV refueling more convenient may seem costly, but the state of Massachusetts is only forking over around $5,500 per charging unit -- a bargain deal!
In a matter of years (if not months), people should begin seeing these iconic power stations more often as the big auto-manufacturers roll out their market-ready EV models. Who knows, your daughter or son's first car might be electric!
Today, the ChargePoint Network makes its largest expansion yet. After installing hundreds of nodes throughout California and New York, the company deployed 142 "pumps" to 25 locations throughout Massachusetts. The endeavor to make EV refueling more convenient may seem costly, but the state of Massachusetts is only forking over around $5,500 per charging unit -- a bargain deal!
In a matter of years (if not months), people should begin seeing these iconic power stations more often as the big auto-manufacturers roll out their market-ready EV models. Who knows, your daughter or son's first car might be electric!
Trend Themes
1. Growing Electric Car Infrastructure - Expanding the 'ChargePoint Network' showcases the increasing investment in infrastructure for electric vehicles, presenting opportunities for companies to capitalize on the demand for recharging stations.
2. Rise of EV Market - As the big auto-manufacturers introduce market-ready electric vehicle models, the widespread availability of recharging stations will play a crucial role in promoting the adoption of electric cars.
3. Affordable and Convenient EV Refueling - The efforts to make EV refueling more convenient and cost-effective, with Massachusetts forking over around $5,500 per charging unit, provides a potential disruptive innovation opportunity in the energy and transportation sectors.
Industry Implications
1. Electric Vehicle Manufacturing - The increasing infrastructure for electric vehicles presents a growth opportunity for manufacturers to develop market-ready EV models and leverage the demand for environmentally-friendly transportation.
2. Energy Infrastructure - The expanding network of recharging stations highlights the need for investments in energy infrastructure to support the widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
3. Renewable Energy - The transition towards electric cars necessitates the growth of renewable energy sources to power the charging network, opening up innovation opportunities in the renewable energy industry.
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