As electric vehicle (EV) ownership continues to rise, educational institutions across the country are installing EV chargers to meet the growing demand. Campuses with adequate EV charging infrastructure are quickly becoming a symbol of sustainability and innovation. Colleges and universities have long been a hub for creative thinking, progress, and inclusion, and when it comes to the shift toward electric transportation, they are proving to be no exception. Let’s explore a few benefits of EV chargers, then learn how your campus can get them installed quickly and affordably with Chargie.
Why All Campuses Need EV Charging
Whether you are considering EV chargers for your campus or already have them, the benefits of embracing EV charging infrastructure are undeniable. Here are a few of their recognized benefits for students, faculty, visitors, and the environment:
- EV chargers can support campuses’ environmental responsibilities by reducing the carbon footprint in their communities.
- Cost savings and revenue generation can be another lucrative benefit of EV chargers. Campuses can leverage fees for public and private use, often offsetting installation costs and creating a revenue stream that the school can reinvest into their sustainability initiatives.
- Offering EV charging as an amenity on campus demonstrates a school’s commitment to modernity and sustainability, which can be a significant factor in attracting and retaining students, faculty, and staff.
There are plenty of other undeniable benefits, like increased community involvement and reduced noise and pollution that make EV charging adoption at educational institutions the smart choice.
Save Time and Money Through the CollegeBuys Purchasing Program
Through Foundation for California Community College’s (FoundationCCC) CollegeBuys purchasing program, private and public colleges can now buy industry-leading supplies, technology, software, and more directly from trusted vendors at discounted rates. Chargie is proud to partner with FoundationCCC and be listed as a trusted vendor for EV charging solutions. Colleges can now directly purchase EV charging solutions for preferred pricing and through a faster procurement process through Chargie’s vendor profile. Purchasing through CollegeBuys allows institutions to skip the RFP process altogether. Chargie is well-versed in schools’ RFP processes, so we understand how time-consuming it can be. That’s why we are extremely honored to offer cheaper and quicker solutions for colleges and universities, helping facilitate EV infrastructure accessibility in places that need it most.
A Little About Chargie
Since 2017, Chargie has been supporting local and federal initiatives to proliferate access to reliable and intuitive EV charging infrastructure. We focus on installing chargers where they matter most - high-usage locations where access to charging infrastructure is limited or non-existent. To date, we have worked with numerous partners nationwide, installing nearly 20,000 chargers at 12,000 properties. As a company, we are committed to helping democratize EV accessibility, ensuring that driving electric is an option for everyone, rather than a privilege reserved for a select few.
Founded and headquartered in California, Chargie is dedicated to serving the state we call home. Chargie has partnered with several educational facilities across the state to bring reliable solutions to their campuses, including California State University, Northridge and the Moreno Valley Unified School District. At each campus, our EV chargers provide students, faculty, and visitors with a safe, reliable, and affordable way to get where they need to go, when they need to. Whether it’s with our Level 2 chargers, which can fully charge a vehicle while faculty and students attend classes, or our Level 3 Fast Chargers that offer a stop-and-go solution for drivers in need of a rapid charge, Chargie has a unique solution for every campus.
Not only does Chargie provide schools with dependable and intuitive charging solutions, but we take pride in becoming a true member of the community. Chargie is proud to offer more to our educational partners than just chargers. We provide additional support for students and faculty by attending school-hosted events, participating in on-campus educational panels, sending guest speakers, providing office tours, and offering internships for students interested in working in the industry.
If you’d like to learn more about Chargie, the importance of EV chargers on campuses, or the CollegeBuys purchasing program, reach out to us at sales@chargie.com. Or, if you’re ready to take the first step, check out our CollegeBuys page and connect with us to get a free quote.
