40 Fast & Ultrafast EV Chargers Installed Near Chicago Airport - CleanTechnica

A new EV charging hub featuring 40 fast and ultrafast DC chargers has been installed near Chicago O’Hare Airport, capable of delivering up to 400 kW or 150 kW power. The facility supports both NACS and CCS connectors and includes a canopy for weather protection. This hub is part of bp pulse’s expanding network of airport charging locations across the U.S., including hubs in Los Angeles, Boston, San Francisco, and Houston. Funding for the O’Hare installation came from Illinois EPA’s Driving a Cleaner Illinois Program and the ComEd Make Ready Rebate program. The site also offers free Wi-Fi and is conveniently located near retail amenities such as a convenience store, restaurants, and a coffee shop. The installation reflects a broader trend of gradually expanding public EV charging infrastructure, countering criticism that current numbers are insufficient. For context, a Pennsylvania Department of Transportation report highlighted that just 11 federally funded chargers supported 1.5 million miles of EV driving and reduced CO2 emissions