Expanding EV Charging Access for Travelers
ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT), a leading provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), and Airbnb Inc. (NASDAQ: ABNB) have announced a partnership to address the increasing demand for EV charging among Airbnb guests. This collaboration aims to simplify the installation of EV chargers for Airbnb hosts in the United States, thereby enhancing access to EV charging across the country.
“With Airbnb, we are enabling more EV charging for drivers where they need it and helping Airbnb hosts appeal to more travelers by delivering a frictionless charging experience for their guests,” said Rick Wilmer, CEO at ChargePoint. “Through this partnership, we have created an innovative model to deliver integrated charging solutions and services.”
Seamless Integration and Benefits for Hosts and Guests
Effective immediately, ChargePoint will offer a comprehensive package for Airbnb hosts in the U.S. This package includes ChargePoint hardware, charger management software, installation, and support services. Airbnb hosts can now easily purchase and install EV chargers at their properties. Guests will benefit from the ability to charge their vehicles seamlessly using the ChargePoint app, whether they are staying at an Airbnb with a ChargePoint charger or at any of the 917,000+ charging locations accessible through the ChargePoint network and its partners.
Meeting the Growing Demand for EV Charging
As EV adoption scales, charging has become a highly sought-after amenity within the Airbnb community. Data from Airbnb indicates that listings with EV chargers are booked more frequently and generate higher income on average compared to those without this feature. From 2022 to 2023, searches for Airbnb listings with EV chargers increased by over 80%. Similarly, ChargePoint reported that North American drivers spent more than 79 million hours charging in residential settings in 2023.
“We are thrilled to join forces with ChargePoint to help Hosts meet growing demand for electric vehicle chargers from guests. By making it more affordable for Hosts to install EV chargers, we are empowering them to take more sustainable actions and appeal to guests who are interested in this amenity,” said Ameet Konkar, Airbnb’s Director of Sustainability.
About ChargePoint Holdings, Inc.
ChargePoint is dedicated to creating a new fueling network that moves people and goods using electricity. Since 2007, ChargePoint has committed to facilitating the transition to electric mobility by offering one of the largest EV charging networks and a comprehensive range of charging solutions. The ChargePoint cloud subscription platform and software-defined charging hardware cater to various charging scenarios, from homes and multifamily residences to workplaces, hospitality, retail, and transport fleets. A single ChargePoint account provides access to hundreds of thousands of charging locations across North America and Europe.
For more information, visit the ChargePoint pressroom or contact ChargePoint’s North American or European press offices or Investor Relations.
About Airbnb
Founded in 2007, Airbnb began when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home. Since then, it has grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 1.5 billion guests in nearly every country worldwide. Airbnb hosts offer unique stays and experiences that enable guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.
This partnership exemplifies how ChargePoint and Airbnb are fostering sustainability and meeting evolving consumer needs in the green energy sector, particularly within the expanding solar energy market and energy storage trends.
Source：businesswire.com
