bp and uber have announced a new agreement which will see the two companies work together to help accelerate Uber’s commitment to becoming a zero-tailpipe emissions mobility platform in the US, Canada and Europe by 2030 and globally by 2040.
The agreement will see the companies use their global footprints to help drivers transition to EVs by providing access to reliable and convenient charging, including at ultra-fast speeds.
Uber aims to have 100% rides on the platform in electric vehicles, micromobility or public transit by 2040; bp’s ambition is to become a net zero company by 2050 or sooner and to help the world get to net zero, states the release.
Initially, Uber and bp will focus on collaborating in numerous key markets including Europe, the US and UK to support Uber’s 2030 targets, with other countries including Australia and New Zealand on the way.
Richard Bartlett, CEO, bp pulse said: “Drivers on Uber’s platform need great value access to the fast, reliable charging infrastructure we’re building as they make the switch to electric. We’re investing billions of dollars worldwide in high-speed EV charging, digital products and services, and large scale bp pulse Gigahubs™ that will help commercial customers eliminate tailpipe emissions. I’m delighted we are building on our existing relationship and now have a global agreement to support ride-hail drivers with charging and more, at scale, helping Uber make their incredible 2040 ambition a reality.”
The investment will aim to support bp with their goal of building out larger EV charging hubs across the U.S.
Christopher Hook, Uber’s Global Head of Sustainability said: “We want Uber to be the cleanest platform on Earth because it’s the right thing for consumers, our cities and our business. Getting to 100% electric is not something Uber can do alone. It is a team sport, and it will take partnerships like this to reach zero tailpipe emissions, especially as we know availability of easy to access, affordable charging infrastructure is one of the biggest challenges for drivers. “
bp currently has 22,000 charging points worldwide, with operations in ten countries. The company is investing billions globally in EV infrastructure and is currently installing hundreds of charge points every week.
The company hopes to have over 100,000 charge points worldwide by 2030. The release highlights that this investment helps address the concerns of ride-hailing drivers, as identified in a recent survey of 16,000 drivers on the Uber platform, by providing the reliable and convenient charging infrastructure they need to feel confident about making the switch to electric.
Under the terms of the agreement, bp intends to offer bespoke deals to drivers on the Uber platform that are tailored to each market, including providing incentives for them to charge with bp pulse.
The two companies will also explore working together on convenience and fuel offers. bp has a global network of almost 21,000 branded retail sites that offer fuel as well as food for now and for later with retail partners, and facilities such as toilets.
Source: bp
