In March, Kempower’s Head of Sales, Fleet and OEM Josh Mueller traveled to New York City’s LaGuardia Airport for the second annual Airport Electrification US conference. Attending Airport Electrification US provided an opportunity to dive deep into the latest industry trends and the future of electrifying airports. Below, Josh shares his key takeaways from the show:
The EV industry is eager to support airport electrification.
Airports across the globe are electrifying operations to provide accessible solutions, reduce carbon emissions, and advance the clean transportation movement. New and existing terminals, such as those at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), are turning to electrification to allow travelers a more convenient and sustainable experience.
During the show, Josh met with manufacturers and innovators looking to make the transition to airport electrification, identifying ways to make it more smart and streamlined. The show provided a platform for continuous learning and collaboration with key industry leaders, many of whom were sharing their insights into how to electrify our airports and airport facilities. The collaboration at Airport Electrification US was a huge step toward creating a cleaner and more sustainable world.
Airport electrification starts on the ground.
The first step of electrifying an airport doesn’t take place in the sky; it starts on the ground. The electrification of ground transportation, from electric passenger buses to ground service equipment, plays a pivotal role in reducing carbon emissions and advancing an airport’s clean transportation journey.
Every aspect of electric ground transportation impacts the overall sustainability of an airport and its ability to serve its travelers. Kempower solutions are already in place and helping airports in the U.S. achieve their electrification goals. Last month, Kempower customer, Revel installed 24 new EV fast chargers at John F. Kennedy International Airport ensuring clean transportation alternatives are within reach for rideshare drivers and passengers.
Grid and utility support is an essential factor for airport electrification.
Utilities and grid support are necessary to electrify airports and their services. From powering terminal facilities to ensuring safe operations, they manage and support the power of all airport operations and infrastructure and are essential to productivity and performance.
Utility and grid sectors are eager to participate in the electrification conversation and identify new ways to serve as collaborative and sustainable partners. Notably, most electrification projects and upgrades require the support of utilities and grid management and allow for environmental goals to be accomplished sooner.
Kempower is proud to collaborate with partners across the country and advance the transition toward airport electrification.
Written by
Joshua Mueller
Head of Sales, Fleet & OEM, North America
