As peak travel season approaches, hospitality operators face a dual challenge: managing surging visitor volumes while minimizing environmental strain on local destinations.
In this session, we explore how low-cost, low-carbon transportation infrastructure can solve both problems simultaneously. We’ll move beyond commercial trends to discuss practical frameworks for integrating accessible EV charging into hotels, restaurants, and tourism hubs without the traditional financial friction.
What You’ll Learn:
- The Economics of Clean Transit: How shifting from expensive Level 3 systems to community-oriented Level 2 networks lowers long-term overhead.
- Grid Resilience: Strategies for intelligent energy management that support local infrastructure without over-straining the power grid.
- Visitor Experience Insights: Why reliable, seamless charging amenities are becoming a non-negotiable expectation for eco-conscious travellers.
- Lessons from History: Applying the rollout success of hotel Wi-Fi to the future of EV charging networks.
This session is designed for hospitality operators, municipal leaders, and tourism stakeholders committed to responsible travel.
Panelists:
- Kent Rathwell – Founder & CEO, PlunkEV
- Priscilla Nesbitt – Shareholder, PlunkEV
- Ray Sabharwal – Director of Marketing, Green Key Global
About PlunkEV
At PlunkEV, we are more than just an electric vehicle charging company. We are a purposeful energy for change, dedicated to creating a greener, cleaner, more sustainable and more affordable future for generations to come. PlunkEV partners with hotels, resorts, and tourism destinations to deliver free, fully managed EV charging hardware and software that support guests, staff, and communities alike. Our people-first approach removes upfront equipment costs while providing intelligent energy monitoring, auditable reporting, long-term maintenance, and national visibility on EV charging networks.