# Santa Monica EV Connect: Charging for the Future

- Link: https://greenlivingguy.com/2012/02/santa-monica-ev-connect-charging-for-the-future/
- Published: 2012-02-13T16:52:49-05:00
- Author: greenlivingguy

## 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.

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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](https://www.evconnect.com/)
 2. City of Santa Monica – Sustainable City Plan
 3. [Alternative Fuels Data Center – EV Charging Station Locations](https://afdc.energy.gov/fuels/electricity_locations.html)

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

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