ChargePoint said it has launched an expanded electric vehicle charging network in partnership with South Coast Air Quality Management District, enabling more than 90 charging ports across Southern California to serve both agency employees and the public.
The deployment includes 55 new Level 2 charging units capable of supporting 94 vehicles simultaneously, replacing older infrastructure. Several of the installed units are ChargePoint’s CP6000 stations, which the company said can deliver charging speeds about 60% faster than typical Level 2 chargers and feature its Omni Port connector compatible with modern EVs without adapters.
All charging stations are connected to ChargePoint’s cloud-based platform, which provides real-time monitoring, remote diagnostics and automated alerts. The system also includes a virtual waitlist function accessible via the company’s mobile application, allowing users to be notified when a charging port becomes available.
“Expanding charging access for both staff and the public helps address range anxiety and closes infrastructure gaps, which remain key barriers to widespread EV adoption,” said Wayne Nastri, South Coast AQMD Executive Officer. “This is a critical step toward reducing transportation-related emissions. The transportation sector accounts for about 40% of California’s greenhouse gases, with light-duty vehicles representing the largest share at 25-30% statewide.”
ChargePoint Chief Executive Rick Wilmer said the collaboration supports broader access to EV infrastructure in a key market. “Together with South Coast AQMD, ChargePoint is deploying accessible and reliable charging options for communities within America’s largest EV market,” he said.
The installations meet accessibility standards, including ADA-compliant spacing, signage and charger placement, with locations visible through the ChargePoint mobile app.
The rollout comes as demand for EV charging continues to outpace infrastructure growth. ChargePoint said charging sessions on its network rose 34% year-on-year based on more than 100 million sessions, compared with a 16% increase in the number of charging ports, indicating a widening capacity gap.
The company added approximately 190,000 ports during the period, though utilization grew at a faster pace, reflecting accelerating EV adoption.
In March, ChargePoint also introduced new service offerings, including Premier Care for large-scale networks and a self-service Support Portal aimed at improving operational efficiency. Earlier in 2025, the company launched a redesigned software platform capable of managing mixed hardware environments, including chargers compliant with the Open Charge Point Protocol (OCPP).
