UPA to Install South Carolina Electrical Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations
Utility Partners of America (UPA), a leading electric, gas and water utility solutions provider, has been selected as an exclusive partner to install and support a network of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across South Carolina. One of the first large-scale programs of its kind, the initiative is spearheaded by Plug In Carolina, an organization dedicated to promoting the adoption of plug-in technology.
Once installed, EV drivers will be able to refuel in as little as 10 minutes at more than 200 publicly-accessible charging stations. Supplied by Eaton Corporation, the stations will be located at municipal parking garages, public streets and participating retailers in seven South Carolina host cities. Two-way data communication and payment system options will be incorporated wherever possible for enhanced consumer convenience.
We are excited to join a distinguished group of industry leaders propelling South Carolinas position as the first EV-ready state in the country, said Michael Cale, UPAs Chief Executive Officer. Installing EV portals represents a natural extension of our AMI/AMR capabilities, and we are thrilled at the opportunity to partner with Plug In Carolina and Eaton Corporation to prepare for the future today.
The initiative, funded largely by two state grants secured through the South Carolina Energy Office, features development of a network of charging stations with one, two, or four charge points each. The network is expected to be operational by December 1, 2010, to support the variety of new EVs entering the market.
UPA was a great fit to manage the build-out component, due to their expertise and success in large-scale field deployments, according to Jim Poch, Executive Director of Plug In Carolina. We are confident that partnering with UPA to manage the installation logistics for this network will keep us on target to develop our states innovative charging network.
We are excited to join a distinguished group of industry leaders propelling South Carolinas position as the first EV-ready state in the country, said Michael Cale, UPAs Chief Executive Officer. Installing EV portals represents a natural extension of our AMI/AMR capabilities, and we are thrilled at the opportunity to partner with Plug In Carolina and Eaton Corporation to prepare for the future today.
The initiative, funded largely by two state grants secured through the South Carolina Energy Office, features development of a network of charging stations with one, two, or four charge points each. The network is expected to be operational by December 1, 2010, to support the variety of new EVs entering the market.
UPA was a great fit to manage the build-out component, due to their expertise and success in large-scale field deployments, according to Jim Poch, Executive Director of Plug In Carolina. We are confident that partnering with UPA to manage the installation logistics for this network will keep us on target to develop our states innovative charging network.
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