Masters of Scale Rapid Response: Charging toward a clean energy future, w/EVgo's Cathy Zoi
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Sep 15, 2022 Cathy Zoi, CEO of EVgo, heads the largest public EV charging network and brings a wealth of experience in energy startups. In this conversation, she reveals how strategic partnerships with retailers and Tesla users have fueled EVgo's success. Zoi discusses the importance of government collaboration in addressing climate change and shares insights on the evolving landscape of EV charging infrastructure. She also highlights the significance of innovation, workforce development, and diversity in the clean energy transition.
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Strategic Infrastructure Growth
- EVgo builds charging stations slightly ahead of demand to balance driver satisfaction and return on investment.
- Federal legislation accelerates EV infrastructure deployment, promising a future with hundreds of thousands of stations.
Naming Chargers
- Initially, EVgo chargers had complicated codes, making customer service difficult.
- Zoi simplified this by naming chargers, improving user experience and adding a fun element.
Personalized Charging
- EVgo aims to personalize the charging experience based on individual driving behavior.
- They gather data on driving patterns to tailor pricing and location services.