Commercial real estate firm KBS has entered a strategic partnership with EV charging provider EVPassport to deploy electric vehicle infrastructure across its national Class A property portfolio. The initiative aims to enhance tenant amenities while supporting the company’s sustainability commitments, including a target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 5% by 2025.
KBS CEO Marc DeLuca said EV charging has become a “must-have amenity” for corporate tenants, with demand rising as companies adopt sustainability strategies and seek modern, high-performance building features. The partnership is intended to bolster asset value by positioning properties to remain competitive in a market where access to EV charging is increasingly expected.
Industry data shows rapid growth in EV charging infrastructure across the United States: public stations have expanded from roughly 30,000 in 2016 to nearly 200,000 in early 2025, while PwC projects that the network will need to grow tenfold by 2030 to support an estimated 27 million EVs on U.S. roads. Scalable, reliable solutions are essential for office, residential and mixed-use properties aiming to meet evolving tenant needs.
EVPassport operates through a vertically integrated model, managing deployment, technology and maintenance internally, a structure designed to offer property owners more transparency and accountability. The company’s expansion is supported by $200 million in capital commitments from Northleaf Capital Partners, which EVPassport CEO Robert René said ensures “stability regardless of shifting market conditions” and enables consistent infrastructure investment.
The collaboration aligns closely with KBS’ broader ESG programme. Since launching its internal “Green Team” in 2022, the firm has formalised sustainability initiatives across its portfolio, including energy monitoring and strategic environmental planning. Deploying EVPassport’s charging solutions will form part of the company’s efforts to meet its near-term emissions reduction targets and strengthen long-term environmental performance.