IHG HOTELS & RESORTS AND ENVIROSPARK TO SCALE AVAILABILITY OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGERS AT HOTELS IN THE U.S. AND CANADA
Agreement supports IHG’s commitment to accelerate EV charger installation across its portfolio. |
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IHG HOTELS & RESORTS AND ENVIROSPARK TO SCALE AVAILABILITY OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGERS AT HOTELS IN THE U.S. AND CANADA
Agreement supports IHG’s commitment to accelerate EV charger installation across its portfolio. |
Category: North America & West Indies / Carribean islands - Industry economy
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This is a press release selected by our editorial committee and published online for free on 2024-03-13
IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG) today announced an agreement with EnviroSpark, an industry leader in the design, installation, and operation of electrical vehicle (EV) charging solutions, to make electric vehicle chargers (EVCs) available to all IHG-branded hotels across the United States and Canada.
IHG hotels can now partner with EnviroSpark on EVCs depending on their individual needs and requirements.
This agreement will further expand on IHG’s 1,100 hotels globally with EVCs, and meet the growing customer demand for EV charging on the road while supporting a shift to a low-carbon economy.
The EVCs that will be available at IHG-branded hotels in North America are well suited for travelers needing an overnight charge. To help travelers plan ahead, IHG has added an EV-charger search filter on its award-winning IHG One Rewards mobile app alongside a wide set of mapping features.
The adoption of electric vehicles is rising sharply as the global push for net-zero carbon emissions accelerates. According to Goldman Sachs Research, EVs will make up about half of new car sales worldwide by 2035.
Brian McGuinness, SVP of Global Guest Experience, IHG Hotels & Resorts, said: “Providing guests with more EV-charging convenience is a natural next step for IHG. With iconic road-trip brands such as Holiday Inn and Holiday Inn Express, taking care of travelers on the road is core to what we do every day. Through our agreement with EnviroSpark, we’re providing even more options for IHG owners to install EVCs at hotels while making travel easier for a growing segment of sustainability-minded travelers.”
Aaron Luque, Founder and CEO, EnviroSpark, said: “We’re honored to join forces with IHG Hotels & Resorts in expanding EV charger availability at their North American properties. The partnership reflects our shared commitment to a sustainable economy and aligns with the rising demand for eco-friendly travel options. Together, we aim to create a seamless and environmentally friendly experience for travelers, contributing to a greener future and bringing us closer to our vision of widespread EV adoption.”
To help accelerate the EV charging infrastructure emerging in North America, IHG is also supporting hotel owners with an EV charging guide with best practices to encourage installation of EV chargers across its portfolio of more than 4,100 open hotels in the U.S. and Canada.
IHG’s collaboration with EnviroSpark aligns to the company’s responsible business plan, Journey to Tomorrow, which includes a set of ambitious sustainability commitments to drive change for people, communities and the planet.
This partnership is also one example of how IHG is working with an increasing number of diverse suppliers through its supplier diversity program EPIC and engaging more companies who share IHG’s values.
To learn more about IHG’s commitment to responsible business, visit www.ihgplc.com/en/responsible-business.
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