USA: Volta reinforces its Walgreens' collaboration for EV charging
The company will install a total of 1,000 fast charging stalls at more than 500 of the retailer’s locations across the United States.
Volta Inc. has announced the expansion of its collaboration with Walgreens to target installing 1,000 DC (direct current) fast charging stalls at over 500 Walgreens throughout the U.S. Both companies began working together in 2019 and currently there are stations across 49 of its stores.
"As we expand our DC Fast charging presence across the country, Walgreens is an ideal match for faster forms of Volta charging given the average time a Walgreens shopper typically spends in-store," said Scott Mercer, Founder and CEO of Volta.
Aside from the convenience locations for Walgreens’ clients, the company’s Advertising Group will leverage on the high-impact, large-format digital screens of the stations. This also serves as a digital out-of-home advertising opportunity, allowing brands to reach shoppers seconds before they enter a store to make a purchase – simultaneously driving measurable business results and environmental impact.
"Volta's intelligent charging network is built around understanding and anticipating consumer behavior. The next phase of our work with Walgreens will provide people with a quick, convenient, and meaningful charge that is tailored to their shopping experience while bringing us another step closer to a clean energy future," added Mercer.
"Volta's electric chargers allow Walgreens to seamlessly bring customers unique advertising and convenience experiences with eye-catching screens and quick, convenient charging to match their behavior, all while helping to build healthier communities through reducing vehicle emissions," stated Luke Kigel, Vice President of Walgreens integrated media and leader of the Advertising Group.
This agreement furthers Volta’s DC Fast charging expansion strategy and Walgreens’ support of initiatives that lower emissions and make the planet healthier for communities everywhere.
