Photo Credit: Beam GlobalLong Beach's charging footprint is growing with six new off-grid, solar-powered EV units.Four are intended for city fleet vehicles, and two have been installed at Long Beach Airport, adding infrastructure that could help move more driving away from gasoline.What happened?The new equipment is split between city operations and the airport, Intellectia reported.Four EV ARC charging units will serve Long Beach's electric fleet, and two are now at Long Beach Airport. Together, they increase the area's charging capacity.AdvertisementAdvertisementBecause EV ARC systems produce and store power at their installation sites, they do not rely on the same infrastructure as conventional chargers. That can make them easier to implement and simpler to move if demand shifts, which may be especially helpful for municipal fleets and busy transportation sites.Why does it matter?Solar is one of the best ways for homes, businesses, and governments alike to to save on energy. If you're interested in obtaining competitive quotes from vetted installers, EnergySage's free tools offer quick solar installation estimates.For cities, the advantage of off-grid chargers is that additional EV infrastructure can be added where needed without placing extra demand on the existing power system. That can help public agencies electrify more quickly while avoiding some of the costs and disruption associated with traditional installations.Making it easier for fleet vehicles to charge can reduce fuel use and cut tailpipe pollution. Beam has also said its systems may help fleet operators lower downtime and maintenance expenses while improving working conditions for employees.What are people saying?With EnergySage's help, including its free mapping tool that provides a state-by-state breakdown of possible incentives, he average homeowners can save up to $10,000 on solar installation costs.AdvertisementAdvertisementYou can also explore your home battery storage options with EnergySage to better protect your home from outages and possibly gain energy independence by going off-grid.As for Beam Global, it has presented the Long Beach rollout as an example of how charging capacity can be expanded while keeping total ownership costs low and avoiding the expensive, disruptive work often associated with conventional infrastructure.Beam has also pointed to the value of autonomous charging systems that can be installed quickly and moved as needs evolve. Beyond this project, company leadership has expressed optimism about future growth, and Wall Street analysts covering BEEM have projected potential upside for the stock.Get TCD's free newsletters for easy tips, smart advice, and a chance to earn $5,000 toward home upgrades. To see more stories like this one, change your Google preferences here.
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