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In a strategic move to address the increasing demand for electric vehicle (EV) charging, ChargePoint and Airbnb have announced a partnership aimed at making EV charging more accessible for Airbnb guests. This collaboration will facilitate the installation of EV chargers at Airbnb listings across the United States, enhancing the appeal of these properties to EV owners.
Key Highlights:
- ChargePoint and Airbnb Partnership: Aimed at expanding EV charging accessibility for Airbnb guests.
- Dedicated Services for Hosts: ChargePoint offers a package including hardware, software, installation, and support services.
- Guest Benefits: Easy vehicle charging using the ChargePoint app at Airbnb listings.
- Increased Bookings and Income: Listings with EV chargers show higher booking rates and income.
“With Airbnb, we are enabling more EV charging for drivers where they need it and helping Airbnb hosts appeal to more travelers by delivering a frictionless charging experience for their guests,” said Rick Wilmer, CEO at ChargePoint. “Through this partnership, we have created an innovative model to deliver integrated charging solutions and services.”
Effective immediately, ChargePoint will enable Airbnb hosts in the U.S. to purchase and install EV charging systems in a hassle-free and affordable manner. The package, exclusively offered to Airbnb hosts, includes a dedicated website providing ChargePoint hardware, charger management software, installation, and support services. For Airbnb guests, this arrangement allows seamless charging of their vehicles using the ChargePoint app while staying at an Airbnb listing with a ChargePoint charger or at any of the 917,000+ places to charge accessible through the ChargePoint network and its roaming partners.
As EV adoption continues to grow, charging has evolved from a luxury to a highly desired amenity for the Airbnb community. Airbnb data indicates that listings offering an EV charger are booked for more nights and generate higher income on average compared to those without this feature. Searches for Airbnb listings with EV chargers surged over 80% from 2022 to 2023. Similarly, ChargePoint data reveals that its North American drivers spent over 79 million hours charging in residential settings in 2023.
“We are thrilled to join forces with ChargePoint to help Hosts meet growing demand for electric vehicle chargers from guests. By making it more affordable for Hosts to install EV chargers, we are empowering them to take more sustainable actions and appeal to guests who are interested in this amenity,” said Ameet Konkar, Airbnb’s Director of Sustainability.
About ChargePoint Holdings, Inc.
ChargePoint is building a new fueling network to move people and goods on electricity. Since 2007, ChargePoint has been committed to making it easy for businesses and drivers to go electric with one of the largest EV charging networks and a comprehensive portfolio of charging solutions. The ChargePoint cloud subscription platform and software-defined charging hardware offer options for every charging scenario, from home and multifamily to workplace, parking, hospitality, retail, and transport fleets. Today, one ChargePoint account provides access to hundreds of thousands of places to charge in North America and Europe. For more information, visit the ChargePoint pressroom, the ChargePoint Investor Relations site, or contact the ChargePoint North American or European press offices or Investor Relations.
About Airbnb
Founded in 2007, Airbnb began when two hosts welcomed three guests to their San Francisco home. Today, Airbnb has grown to over 5 million hosts who have welcomed over 1.5 billion guest arrivals worldwide. Every day, hosts offer unique stays and experiences, enabling guests to connect with communities in a more authentic way.
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