Project Snapshot
Site Type: Military Installation
Location: Camp Pendleton, CA
Charger Solution: Level 2 Charging Stations
Primary Use Case: Dual-use charging for government-owned EVs and personally owned EVs
The Challenge
Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, the premier West Coast expeditionary training facility, had an existing network of EV chargers dedicated exclusively to government-owned electric vehicles.
As EV adoption increased among Marines, Sailors, civilian employees, and on-base families, the base faced a growing need to:
- Expand EV charging access to personally owned vehicles
- Maintain strict operational separation between government and personal EV usage
- Ensure secure payment, monitoring, and access control
- Support sustainability goals without disrupting mission readiness
The challenge was to modernize existing infrastructure in a way that was scalable, secure, and aligned with the base’s operational and environmental priorities.
The EVCS Approach
Working in collaboration with TechFlow Incorporated, Camp Pendleton modernized its EV charging network to support both government and personally owned electric vehicles simultaneously.
Key elements of the solution included:
- Dual-Access Charging Model:
- Government EVs activate chargers using RFID key fobs
- Personally owned EVs access chargers through the TechFlowEV mobile app
- Modernized Infrastructure:
- 46 Level 2 charging stations upgraded to support shared access
- Clear instructional labeling on each charger to differentiate usage
- Smart Charging Management:
- Mobile app allows users to favorite locations, check availability remotely, and receive charging notifications
- Automated loiter-time alerts and enforcement ensure charger availability
- Operational Support:
- 24/7 customer service, monitoring, and maintenance provided by TechFlow
- Secure, app-based payment system for personally owned EVs
This approach preserved government charging priority while expanding access and convenience for base personnel.
The Results
The expanded EV charging service officially launched on April 22, 2024, delivering immediate benefits to Camp Pendleton personnel and the broader installation community.
Key outcomes included:
- Enabled shared charging for government and personally owned EVs without operational conflict
- Improved convenience and access for Marines, Sailors, civilians, and families
- Supported alternative energy sources, including battery, solar, wind, and on-site generation
- Delivered reliable charging performance:
- Battery EVs reach 80% charge in 4–10 hours
- Plug-in Hybrid EVs charge in 1–2 hours
- Ensured system sustainability through non-profit, cost-recovery pricing used solely for system upkeep
Brig. Gen. Jason Woodworth, Commanding General of Marine Corps Installations West, emphasized the broader impact of the project, stating the chargers represent “a tangible step towards continuing to support the needs of our Marines, Sailors, families, and civilians… while also reducing the carbon footprint.”
The project reinforces Camp Pendleton’s commitment to quality of life, innovation, and environmentally responsible infrastructure, without compromising mission readiness.