City of Richmond in California Selects Beam Global EV ARC™ Product to Power Car Share Program in Underserved Community

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Beam Global (BEEM) partners with the City of Richmond in California to provide sustainable electric vehicle charging solutions for underserved communities through the EV ARC™ system. The initiative aims to offer clean and reliable transportation options, benefitting community members while reducing environmental impact and promoting disaster preparedness.

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Beam Global, (Nasdaq: BEEM, BEEMW), a leading provider of innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions for the electrification of transportation and energy security, announced that the City of Richmond in California has selected EV ARC™ sustainable electric vehicle (EV) charging to power their car share program, which offers flexible transportation benefitting underserved communities. EV ARC™ systems are purchased through the California Department of General Services (DGS) Contract #1-22-61-16, which serves to simplify the government procurement process and make select solutions available statewide at the best negotiated pricing.

Because EV ARC™ systems generate and store their own clean electricity, there is no utility bill to pay, making them an ideal solution for car share programs especially in underserved communities. Ease of deployment, the lack of requirements for grid connectivity and the ability to move EV ARC™ systems bring additional benefits which enable car sharing in locations where infrastructure requirements might otherwise be prohibitively expensive, time consuming or disruptive.

This initiative is part of the Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot Project (CMO) program, made possible by Richmond Community Foundation, Miocar and funding from the California Air Resources Board (CARB). The program includes electric vehicles and sustainable charging to provide underserved community members access to clean transportation.

Community members in the Parchester Village area of Richmond are eligible to benefit from this car share program for a small hourly or daily cost, giving them access to clean and reliable transportation. When charged with an EV ARC™, each EV has a zero emissions footprint. The charging system also serves as disaster preparedness with the inclusion of the Emergency Power Panel, which provides off-grid electricity to first responders in case of emergency or grid outage. The City of Richmond remains a powerful leader in sustainability and innovation.

“We’ve seen an increase in car share programs across the country and they can be especially life-changing in underserved communities,” said Desmond Wheatley, CEO of Beam Global. “When cities like Richmond invest in a car share program, especially one with EVs and solar charging infrastructure, there is an immense positive impact on individuals and communities without adding any environmental harm. We’re thrilled they have chosen our EV ARC product to support this program.”

According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), people that live in low-income or disadvantaged communities are more likely to experience negative health impacts as a result of air pollution exposure. Giving residents the opportunity to choose clean mobility transportation with no environmental impact will not only benefit the surrounding environment but also positively contribute to air pollution-related health issues to residents.

About Beam Global

Beam Global is a clean technology innovator which develops and manufactures sustainable infrastructure products and technologies. We operate at the nexus of clean energy and transportation with a focus on sustainable energy infrastructure, rapidly deployed and scalable EV charging solutions, safe energy storage and vital energy security. With operations in the U.S. and Europe, Beam Global develops, patents, designs, engineers and manufactures unique and advanced clean technology solutions that power transportation, provide secure sources of electricity, save time and money and protect the environment. Headquartered in San Diego with facilities in Chicago, Belgrade and Kraljevo, Beam Global has a deep patent portfolio and is listed on Nasdaq under the symbols BEEM and BEEMW. For more information visit BeamForAll.com, LinkedIn, YouTube and X (formerly Twitter).

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FAQ

What infrastructure solutions does Beam Global provide for electrification of transportation and energy security?

Beam Global offers innovative and sustainable infrastructure solutions, such as the EV ARC™ sustainable electric vehicle charging system, to support the electrification of transportation and enhance energy security.

How does the City of Richmond in California benefit from the partnership with Beam Global?

The City of Richmond in California benefits from the partnership with Beam Global by implementing the EV ARC™ system for their car share program, providing clean and reliable transportation options for underserved communities.

What procurement process is used to purchase EV ARC™ systems for the car share program in Richmond?

EV ARC™ systems for the car share program in Richmond are purchased through the California Department of General Services (DGS) Contract #1-22-61-16, simplifying the government procurement process and offering the best negotiated pricing.

How do EV ARC™ systems generate electricity for charging electric vehicles?

EV ARC™ systems generate and store their own clean electricity, eliminating the need for utility bills and making them an ideal solution for car share programs, especially in underserved communities.

What benefits do EV ARC™ systems offer for car sharing in underserved communities?

EV ARC™ systems offer benefits like ease of deployment, lack of grid connectivity requirements, and mobility, enabling car sharing in locations where infrastructure might be costly, time-consuming, or disruptive.

What organizations support the Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot Project (CMO) program in Richmond?

The Clean Mobility Options Voucher Pilot Project (CMO) program in Richmond is supported by Richmond Community Foundation, Miocar, and funding from the California Air Resources Board (CARB).

How does the EV ARC™ charging system contribute to disaster preparedness?

The EV ARC™ charging system includes an Emergency Power Panel that provides off-grid electricity to first responders during emergencies or grid outages, enhancing disaster preparedness.

What positive impact does the EV ARC product have on underserved communities according to Beam Global's CEO?

According to Beam Global's CEO, the EV ARC product has an immense positive impact on individuals and communities in underserved areas by providing clean transportation options without environmental harm.

How does choosing clean mobility transportation benefit residents in low-income communities?

Choosing clean mobility transportation benefits residents in low-income communities by reducing negative health impacts from air pollution exposure and contributing to a healthier environment.