Accelerating the Transition to Electric Vehicles: EV Charging Solutions for Rideshare

 

Transportation accounts for 29% of greenhouse gas emissions in the US today. In the State of California, this figure is closer to 38%, with over 140 million metric tons of GHG emissions in 2020 alone. Electrifying the transportation sector can reduce more than 75% of its GHG emissions nationwide. Recognizing this significant opportunity electric vehicles provide, California is requiring all new cars sold in 2035 and beyond to be zero-emission vehicles. The state has also passed legislation mandating that 90% of miles driven by rideshare fleets be fully electric by 2030. EVCS, one of the largest public EV charging networks on the West Coast, aims to accelerate EV adoption by expanding access to fast, affordable, reliable, and conveniently located charging stations that are powered by 100% renewable energy. Hertz, one of the largest worldwide vehicle rental companies, is investing in the largest EV rental fleet in North America, with plans to have 25% of its vehicle fleet be electric by the end of 2024. In alignment with California's ambitious rideshare electrification goals, Hertz has also introduced EVs to their rideshare partners, making driving electric accessible and attractive. Earlier this year, EVCS and Hertz launched an EV charging pilot program for rideshare EV renters in California, and we celebrated a major milestone of 2 million miles of carbon-free EV charging. In this talk, EVCS and Hertz will share insights on our rideshare electrification efforts, highlighting how a startup and major corporation are teaming up to accelerate the adoption of EVs in California and beyond.