The City of Long Beach has expanded its electric vehicle charging infrastructure with the deployment of six additional solar-powered charging systems supplied by Beam Global, supporting the city’s ongoing fleet electrification efforts.
The new installation includes four EV ARC charging systems dedicated to municipal fleet operations and two additional units deployed at Long Beach Airport for fleet charging activities.
According to Beam Global, the systems generate and store electricity onsite, allowing charging infrastructure to be installed without increasing demand on the local electrical grid.
Supporting Fleet Electrification
The deployment is part of Long Beach’s broader strategy to expand charging access for its growing electric vehicle fleet while reducing vehicle emissions and operating costs.
Beam Global said the EV ARC systems are designed to operate independently of the grid, enabling municipalities to add charging capacity without undertaking major utility upgrades or electrical construction projects.
The company noted that the systems can also be relocated if operational requirements change, providing flexibility for fleet managers.
Off-Grid Charging Solution
The EV ARC platform combines solar energy generation, battery storage and EV charging infrastructure into a single unit.
Because the systems operate off-grid, they can be installed in locations where conventional charging infrastructure may require extensive design, engineering or utility connection work.
Beam Global said the approach can help organizations deploy charging capacity more quickly while avoiding some of the costs associated with traditional charging installations.
Municipal Adoption Continues
The latest deployment expands Beam Global’s presence in California’s municipal fleet sector, where cities and public agencies are increasingly investing in vehicle electrification initiatives.
The company said local governments continue to seek charging solutions that support sustainability goals while minimizing infrastructure-related costs and disruptions.
“Study after study shows that fleet operators who electrify their fleets save money, reduce downtime and maintenance, reduce emissions, and improve working conditions for their employees,” said Desmond Wheatley, chief executive officer of Beam Global.
“Beam Global’s EV charging infrastructure products enable fleet operators to scale up charging infrastructure with the lowest total cost of ownership and with the least disruption.”
“They get to deploy EV charging where they need it without going through lengthy design, engineering, construction, and electrical projects, and they get to operate with zero-unit cost for the electricity that they use to fuel their vehicles.”
“We are delighted to continue to assist the City of Long Beach as they execute on their mission to electrify their fleet.”
The project reflects broader efforts by municipalities across California to expand electric vehicle infrastructure as public fleets transition away from internal combustion engine vehicles.
