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    Paired Power installs two PairTree solar EV chargers at the Port of Hueneme, California

    Nov. 14, 2024
    The chargers will provide clean, off-grid electricity to the Port’s fleet of light duty electric cars, vans, and work trucks. The chargers were built in Campbell, California,
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    Paired Power, a manufacturer of solar-powered microgrid electric vehicle charger facilities, has installed two PairTree solar EV chargers at the Port of Hueneme in California.

    The chargers will provide clean, off-grid electricity to the Port’s fleet of light duty electric cars, vans, and work trucks, supporting the Port to achieve zero emissions. Built in Campbell, California, they are designed for fast deployment, featuring excavation-free setup within a day.

    “This partnership with the Port of Hueneme exemplifies how solar EV charging technology reduces emissions while providing power for electric vehicles in the maritime sector,” said Tom McCalmont, CEO of Paired Power. “By installing our PairTree chargers, the Port is taking an important step towards achieving energy independence and sustainability, and we are proud to support them in this effort.”

    The charges are equipped with bifacial solar panels to capture sunlight from both direct and reflected sources, the low maintenance system powers chargers maximizing energy output for reliable charging in all weather conditions. The deployment enables Paired Power to deliver resilient energy solutions for the maritime industry, offering a cost-effective, sustainable alternative to conventional, grid-connected charging systems.

    Additionally, the chargers have the potential to provide Level 2 EV charging both day and night due to integrated battery storage and they ensure a continuous energy supply without any costly upgrades to the existing utility grid. Ideal for coastal environments like the Port of Hueneme, the chargers come with wind resistance ratings of up to 130 mph.

    The Port of Hueneme is located in the Santa Barbara Channel. It is the only deep water harbor between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay on the West Coast.

    Automobile shipments for both export and import is a key component of that port’s cargo traffic.

     

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