ENERGY SOLUTIONS AND SERVICES
EV CHARGING AND INFRASTRUCTURE SOLUTIONS
TPI Efficiency offers turnkey EV charging and infrastructure solutions to help businesses add electric vehicle charging stations to their locations.
What & Why
Turnkey EV and Infrastructure solutions
We have developed tools to help businesses of all sizes add EV Charging to their locations. As Electric vehicle sales grow year over year, EV charging is an employee benefit and a value-added feature for any clean energy story.
Reliable, Fast, and Efficient Charging
Our diverse range of EV charging equipment is designed to meet the needs of various industries and locations. From single-family residential units to commercial-grade fast chargers, we have the right products to charge your EVs and ready to go.
Vendor-Neutral Expertise
As a vendor-neutral organization, we provide innovative and high-quality products that help reduce greenhouse gas emissions from transportation. Our team will work closely with you to understand your current and future needs, recommending the best deployment configurations, whether single or multiple pedestals, wall-mounted units, or fast chargers.
Finding the Perfect Fit
Choosing the right EV charging station for your business is crucial. Our experienced sales managers will guide you through the selection process, considering factors like your budget and vehicle types. Level 2 chargers often strike the perfect balance between cost and efficiency for many commercial properties.
Seamless Installation and Support
We collaborate with certified electricians, installers, and suppliers to ensure a smooth installation process from start to finish. Our consultants and engineers will streamline the process by streamlining site surveys, evaluations, planning, design, and project proposals. We’ll also work directly with local authorities and utility companies to obtain necessary approvals quickly. Once installed, you can access various management, monitoring, and reporting options to keep your stations running optimally. Additionally, we offer flexible support and maintenance plans to meet your ongoing needs.
EV Charing | Value Proposition
Installing EV charging stations offers companies a compelling value proposition by enhancing employee benefits, attracting customers, improving sustainability, and enhancing public relations. These stations are a strategic investment that can deliver distinct competitive advantages, future-proof your business, and support ESG goals.
- Employee Benefits
Providing EV charging stations at the workplace can help attract and retain talent, particularly those who own electric vehicles or are considering buying one. Employees appreciate the convenience of charging their vehicles while at work, which can boost overall morale and reinforce a company’s reputation as an environmentally responsible organization. - Customer & Revenue Attraction
EV charging stations make your business more appealing to eco-conscious consumers and travelers who plan their visits around charging availability. This added amenity can increase store visits and dwell times, boosting overall sales and driving customer loyalty. For businesses that choose to charge fees for usage, these stations can also provide a direct revenue stream. - Sustainability & ESG Goals
Offering EV charging stations signals a company’s commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions, supporting corporate ESG initiatives. It demonstrates leadership in clean energy adoption, which can resonate with stakeholders, customers, and employees seeking environmentally responsible brands. - PR & Branding
Installing EV chargers enhances brand image, positioning your company as forward-thinking and innovative. It can increase positive media attention, improve community relations, and differentiate your business as a leader in the transition to sustainable transportation. Your location may also appear in EV charging maps and apps, increasing visibility and bringing in new clientele. - Tax Incentives & Financial Benefits
Many regions offer tax breaks, rebates, or other incentives for installing EV charging stations, helping offset initial investment costs and improving ROI. By capitalizing on these opportunities, companies can support green initiatives while benefiting financially. - Competitive Advantage & Future Preparation
With EV adoption continuing to rise, providing charging infrastructure ensures your business stays ahead of market trends and remains relevant in the future. Early adoption secures a competitive edge as demand grows.
Installing EV charging stations is a multifaceted value proposition that drives employee satisfaction, attracts customers, positively impacts sustainability, and fosters positive brand recognition, while also offering potential for new revenue and financial incentives.
EV Charging | Future Demand
Hotspots for Growth
- The at-work and on-the-go EV charging segments are potentially the fastest-growing through 2030.
- Industry reports project the Electric Vehicle Charging Station Market to be worth $76.9 Billion by 2027, registering a CAGR of 45.0% from 2022 to 2027.
Explosive Growth Projected
- According to PwC, the US electric vehicle charging market could grow nearly tenfold by 2030.
- The number of charge points in the US is expected to increase from around 4 million today to an estimated 35 million by 2030.
- The electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) market could expand from $7 billion today to $100 billion by 2040, growing at a 15% compound annual growth rate.
- The number of EVs in the US is estimated to reach 27 million by 2030 and 92 million by 2040.
Charge Point Expansion
- According to a PwC analysis, the number of charge points in the US is forecast to rise from about 4 million to 35 million by 2030.
- Single-unit and multi-unit residential segments are expected to account for about 80% of all charge points (22 million and 6 million, respectively) by 2030.
- This growth compares to around 3 million EVs in 2022 (3% of all new car sales, or about 1% of the total car population).
Shifting Charging Needs
The fastest-growing charging segment is expected to be the at-work segment, set to grow from nearly zero percent of the market to about 17% (or about 6 million charge points) by 2030.
Apartment buildings (multi-unit residential) are forecast to be another fast-growing segment, rising from nearly nil to about 15% of the market in 2025 and 17% in 2030.
This growth will likely have important implications for companies, engineering firms, and construction firms, which may need to incorporate charging points into the design of new buildings (e.g., in parking lots or garages) or retrofit existing infrastructure.
Three Types of EVs
Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV), Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) , and Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV).
Only BEVs and PHEVs can be charged by an external electric charger.
Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) are propelled by a battery-powered electric motor that relies exclusively on an external electrical source for charging and recharging. Battery sizes range from 30 kWh up to as much as 95 kWh for high-performance vehicles.
Plug-in Hybrids (PHEVs) include both an internal combustion engine and an electric motor, enabling them to switch between the battery and fuel sources such as gasoline or diesel. Battery size is usually between 6-15 kWh.
Hybrids (HEVs) include both a gas-powered engine and an electric motor, but all energy for the battery is generated through regenerative braking. Typical hybrids cannot plug into the grid to recharge.
Understanding The EV Charging Process
Because EVs do not operate on gasoline, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates them differently than traditional gas-powered vehicles. Rather than being assessed at miles per gallon, the battery-operated EV is ordered by kilowatt-hours (kWh) it takes for the car to drive 100 miles.
To replenish its batteries, an electric vehicle must be able to plug into electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), also commonly referred to as a charging station or electric recharging point. Unlike traditional vehicles, when an EV approaches “empty,” you can’t simply pull into the nearest gas station and refuel in under five minutes. Electric vehicles require a specialized charger and sufficient time to replenish their batteries.
Before purchasing an EV, drivers must evaluate their commute and typical driving distances against the particular model’s battery capacity.
For example, suppose a driver’s daily round-trip commute registers 125 miles, but their EV battery covers just a 150-mile radius. In that case, this mileage window may prove risky, especially considering that EV charging stations like gas stations aren’t readily available at every corner.
The good news is that charging networks are continually expanding. To help motorists navigate their next charge more efficiently, several apps are available that offer convenient maps highlighting every charging station across North America.
How Do I Start the EV Charger Process?
Your TPI consultant will evaluate your site capacity and conduct an energy audit.
In addition, they’ll advise of any rebates available as part of the audit process and energy supplier on-bill funding options in the marketplace.
EV Technology: How and Why
With Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP) software, your chargers can connect with any network. OCPP is an open-source communication standard for EV charging stations and network software companies. Any EV charging station OCPP-compliant can be configured to run any similarly OCPP-compliant software.
OCPI (Open Charge Point Interface) is an open protocol used to connect charge station operators and service providers. This protocol facilitates automatic roaming for EV drivers across several EV charging networks.
ASSESS YOUR UTILITY CAPACITY
Before installing EVSE or modifying your electrical system, you must check with your utility company and engage a licensed electrician to complete an assessment. Hence, you are aware of your options.
Be sure to speak with someone knowledgeable on power consumption, as existing electric circuits may need to be updated to support higher-level charging stations.
LINKING SOLAR, STORAGE, AND EV TECHNOLOGIES
As new distributed energy resource (DER) technologies and capabilities continue to create opportunities for a net-zero energy future, some EV drivers opt to recharge their rides with solar. By charging your electric vehicle with your solar panels, you can offset the cost of grid power while reducing your carbon footprint on the environment.
In addition, many solar installation costs can be claimed in federal tax credits. Additional benefits can be realized when a storage system is incorporated. This option enables excess energy generated by the solar panels to be held in reserve and used to power loads in the home and the EV charger at night. Still, it also allows homeowners to leverage solar use during utility power outages. Federal and state-level incentives also exist for solar/storage deployments.
As the EV market magnifies and matures, experts predict that electric vehicles will ultimately be utilized as a distributed energy resource (DER) — turning the batteries-on-wheels into a mini-grid/power station.
EV Choices
CHOOSE YOUR CHARGING SYSTEM
While nearly every electric vehicle comes with a basic portable cord set that can be plugged into a standard wall socket, many EV owners opt to upgrade to a faster charging station for home use. Just as electric vehicles continue to be developed and improved, so do home-based charging systems, with current models available in various shapes, sizes, and price points.
Before purchasing any EVSE, consult your vehicle’s manufacturer to review potential equipment requirements or specifications.
Drivers can use either a Level 1 or Level 2 device for residential charging. Delivering electricity through a standard 120 V AC plug, Level 1 devices add anywhere from 2 to 8 miles of range to a vehicle per hour of charging time. While this charger type does not require equipment other than an outlet, a dedicated branch circuit is needed.
Charging with Level 2 EVSE is significantly faster than a Level 1 device — adding approximately 10 to 60 miles of range to a vehicle per hour of charging time — but it requires more expensive special equipment to install. Because the Level 2 charger delivers electricity through a 240 V AC plug, it requires a dedicated electrical circuit of 20 to 100 amps. While most Level 2 chargers are 7.7 kW, which requires 40 A charging, some models vary.
Check with your utility company about rebate options, as many offer considerable savings toward the EVSE or the total installation cost.
Funding Your EV Charging Station: Options for Every Budget
Investing in electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure doesn’t have to strain your capital resources. We offer a range of flexible funding options to suit your financial needs and operational preferences.
Cash Purchase: Full Ownership, Upfront Investment
For those with available capital, a cash purchase provides:
- Complete ownership of the equipment
- One-time capital expense
- Basic warranty coverage
However, this option limits your access to ongoing support and future upgrades.
Lease or Loan: Reduced Upfront Costs
Spread your investment over time with our lease or loan options:
- Lower initial outlay
- Capital expense classification
- Third-party ownership until agreement completion
- Standard warranty coverage
On-Bill Financing: No Upfront Expense
Preserve your capital and operational budgets:
- Zero upfront costs
- Operational expense classification
- Third-party ownership during the agreement term
- Basic warranty protection
Choose the Right Path for Your EV Charging Journey
Whether you prefer full ownership, minimal upfront costs, or a comprehensive service package, TPI Efficiency has a funding solution to power your EV charging initiative. Let’s discuss which option aligns best with your financial strategy and long-term goals.
An EV charging project can
Significantly Strengthen a Business’s Sustainability Image
- Visible Commitment to Environmental Goals: Installing EV charging stations is a public, tangible signal of your company’s dedication to green practices and reducing carbon emissions. Both customers and employees recognize and value companies that actively invest in sustainable infrastructure, viewing them as leaders in climate action and corporate responsibility.
- Boosts ESG Profile and Credentials: Electric vehicle infrastructure directly advances Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) targets, enhancing your business’s appeal to conscious consumers, investors, and partners. It demonstrates proactive efforts to lower carbon footprint, support renewable energy, and promote responsible transportation choices.
- Attracts Eco-Conscious Customers and Talent: Employees and customers increasingly seek companies with strong environmental values. Providing workplace EV charging can attract talent who prefer sustainable employers and appeal to new customer segments that prioritize green initiatives.
- Creates Sustainable Community Impact: By enabling EV adoption, businesses help reduce transportation emissions and support wider community sustainability goals, positioning themselves as partners in building cleaner, more resilient urban and corporate environments.
- Enhances Brand Image and Market Differentiation: Companies with EV charging stations leverage these assets as unique selling points (USPs), driving loyalty and increasing dwell time among customers. The infrastructure makes your brand stand out as innovative, future-ready, and eco-friendly—qualities increasingly valued in competitive markets.
- Supports Regulatory Compliance and Industry Leadership: Early investment in EV infrastructure puts you ahead of potential regulations mandating greener business operations, allowing your business to shape its public reputation and lead industry trends rather than reacting to them.
- Potential for Certifications and Incentives: Installing EV charging can help qualify your business for sustainability certifications like LEED, further validating your environmental leadership and opening up access to additional incentive programs.
Launching an EV charging project demonstrates genuine commitment to sustainability, boosts brand value, attracts like-minded partners and customers, and directly contributes to positive ESG outcomes—all vital for long-term business success and competitive advantage.
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