The Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) announced a new initiative in collaboration with 'PowerFlex,' the energy solutions company. This new initiative is being combined with the 'Landside Access Modernization Program' which includes the construction of a 4,300-space parking structure at the airport. Through the partnership with PowerFlex, 1,300 of these parking spaces will become electric vehicle charging ports.
According to PowerFlex, the company will install a mixture of level 2 chargers and DC fast-chargers throughout the parking structure, which is located near the gates of the airport. This is an excellent venture toward eco-transportation for the airport as it encourages riders to use EVs for airport trips, effectively reducing the carbon footprint caused by airport travel.
LAX noted that the EV chargers will cost a flat rate of $2 per charge plus an additional $0.45 per kilowatt-hour used.
Airport EV Charging Expansions
LAX Added 1,300 Electric Chargers Through a PowerFlex Partnership
Trend Themes
1. Airport EV Charging Expansion - The installation of electric vehicle charging points in airport parking areas could be a trend that expands to enable eco-transportation and reduce carbon footprints in other parts of the world.
2. Investment in Energy Solutions - Investing in energy solutions could be a trend that increases and expands into other industries as companies strive to address the carbon footprint of their business operations.
3. Development of Electric Vehicle Chargers - There could be a trend for the development of more efficient electric vehicle chargers and solutions that provide fast and easy charging opportunities to help accelerate the adoption of EVs across the world.
Industry Implications
1. Transportation - Other modes of transportation, such as public transit, could benefit from a similar expansion of electric vehicle charging ports to reduce carbon footprints.
2. Energy - Energy companies could expand their efforts towards developing energy solutions for businesses and consumers to reduce carbon footprints and cut back on the use of fossil fuels.
3. Automotive - Automotive companies could benefit from a surge in demand for electric vehicles as charging infrastructure continues to expand, leading to increased sales and the need for more efficient EV charging solutions.