Finnish charging hardware manufacturer Kempower has opened the doors of its latest electric vehicle (EV) charger manufacturing facility in North Carolina, hopinh yo start serving U.S. and Canadian EV drivers and fleet owners.
Kempower’s growth strategy aims to position the company among the global top five in the DC charging market by 2030. The company owns a total of four factories in Europe and – now – in the United States.
Kempower’s CEO Tomi Ristimäki said:
“Kempower’s vision extends beyond technological innovation; it is about driving a global shift towards sustainable, clean energy for the planet. Our new facility in Durham is a testament to our commitment to rapid and profitable growth, with a robust presence for today and beyond.”
Kempower announced the plant in February 2023, followed by recieving the necessary certification to start production at its new US plant in Novemeber.
Jeff Marootian, Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, U.S. Department of Energy, said:
“Kempower’s efforts complement the U.S. Department of Energy’s work to develop a nationwide EV charging network. By manufacturing and developing advanced charging solutions right here in the United States, Kempower is helping ensure we have the infrastructure needed to support the growing fleet of EVs on our roads.”
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