NRG eVgo, a subsidiary of NRG Energy will expand its DC fast charger network addition program to around 25 markets in the U.S. in the coming two years.
Major corridors inclusive of San Diego to Seattle and Miami to Boston will be key part of the future expansion plan.
Already, NRG eVgo is operating 245 fast chargers including SAE Combo and CHAdeMO connectors in ten national markets.
In California, eVgo operates around 120 fast chargers, which includes 29 SAE-capable, of which 26 are dual SAE/CHAdeMo.
In 2014, eVgo installed 60 charging stations at Sony Pictures Entertainment’s parking Lot and its offices in Culver City, the largest corporate deployment of electric vehicle charging stations installation in Southern California.
In addition, eVgo has partnered with Nissan to expand its “No Charge to Charge” program in Chicago as part of the introduction of these fast chargers.
The network runs 50 charging stations in Texas and 24 in the Washington DC metro. In addition, Atlanta region has established 12 fast charging stations. Shortly, the firm will install its first five stations in Tennessee.
Most of the eVgo chargers provide 24/7 service, supported by full-time customer service.
The company is on a mission to establish a comprehensive network of chargers in close proximity to shopping centers, offices and residential complexes.
Recently, eVgo made agreements with Nissan and BMW to provide paid subscriptions for customers.
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NRG’s green, co-gen- and solar-powered headquarters shows an example of its ability to develop sustainability in their facilities.
In another development, NRG e Vgo entered into a strategic partnership with Green Charge Networks for the deployment of electric vehicle charging stations having integrated energy storage facility, known as GreenStation, which would be of 30 kW/30 kWh modules.
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