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Santa Monica EV Connect: Charging for the Future

In its effort to help municipalities get EV ready, EV Connect, a leading provider of electric vehicle infrastructure solutions, announced it has expanded modern electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities in Santa Monica, California with its installation of new, publicly-accessible EV charging stations at seven sites and numerous residences throughout the city. The new publicly-accessible stations are in high traffic locations, including Santa Monica Place Mall, Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica Civic Center, and Santa Monica Airport. The stations are a result of EV Connect’s effort to improve California’s transportation infrastructure and support EV ownership as a viable transportation option. “We’re pushing forward on all fronts in Santa Monica to make this a plug-in friendly city,” said Dean Kubani, manager of the Office of Sustainability and Environment, City of Santa Monica. “We’re leading the way and proactively looking at all avenues to create infrastructure support for alternatively-fueled vehicles. We’re pleased EV Connect helped make it easier for EV drivers to fuel up in Santa Monica.” EV Connect is working on several state-funded infrastructure projects and has an exclusive agreement with Fisker Automotive to install and maintain home charging stations for Fisker owners and dealerships throughout North America. The company’s installation work is aimed at helping raise consumers’ range-confidence around EV ownership.

EV Connect Powers Santa Monica Toward EV Leadership

Santa Monica has taken a major step toward electric vehicle adoption, thanks to a key partnership with EV Connect. The city collaborated with the EV infrastructure company to install a new network of EV charging stations. As a result, the city made it significantly easier for drivers to power up their electric cars.

Two electric vehicles charging at a solar powered ev station in santa monica with palm trees and a cyclist in the background
Santa Monica leads the charge toward sustainable transportation with solar powered EV stations like this featuring a Tesla Model 3 and Nissan Leaf in action

This initiative aimed to expand access to plug-in charging, especially in high-traffic areas. Moreover, the goal was to align with Santa Monica’s sustainability plan and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. With EV Connect’s expertise and scalable cloud-based platform, Santa Monica modernized its infrastructure to support cleaner transportation.

EV Connect Delivered a Turnkey Solution

EV Connect didn’t just install hardware—it delivered a full-service solution. That included software, maintenance, real-time monitoring, and even customer support. Their network allows cities and businesses to control pricing, track usage, and manage energy loads more effectively.

Furthermore, the system is designed to integrate with other smart city tools. Through their open standards, EV Connect ensures that cities like Santa Monica can continue evolving their clean transportation ecosystem without getting locked into one provider.

Public and Private Sector Collaboration Worked

This project wasn’t possible without public-private cooperation. EV Connect worked alongside Santa Monica’s Office of Sustainability and the Environment. Together, they mapped out charging station locations based on traffic patterns, population density, and EV ownership trends.

The effort showed what’s possible when clean tech companies partner with forward-thinking municipalities. Not only does the city support electric vehicles—it actively encourages them.

Setting an Example for Other Cities

Santa Monica’s actions offer a template for other cities aiming to prepare for the EV future. As electric vehicle ownership rises, so does demand for convenient, accessible charging infrastructure. Therefore, cities that act early will gain a clear advantage.

By embracing EV Connect’s scalable platform, Santa Monica positioned itself as a leader in sustainable mobility. It also demonstrated that transitioning to electric isn’t just a climate solution—it’s good governance.

Learn More:

  1. EV Connect – Smart EV Charging Solutions
  2. City of Santa Monica – Sustainable City Plan
  3. Alternative Fuels Data Center – EV Charging Station Locations

Source: EV Connect, Inc., CULVER CITY, California, January 25, 2012

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