Voltpost

Voltpost is a New York City-based company specializing in the development of hardware to retrofit lampposts and transform them into charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs). It was founded in 2021, and the stated goal of the company is to aid with the transition from fuel-powered vehicles to EVs for decarbonization within cities. The company's product program has been installed in cities such as New York City and Detroit.

Voltpost offers a piece of hardware that can be used to retrofit lampposts to turn them into EV charging stations for the public to use. The usage of lampposts allows cities to leverage existing infrastructure instead of constructing entirely new electric infrastructure. The hardware is made of material that can handle outdoor conditions, such as snow and wind, and has an LED light to indicate the status of the charge. There is also a meter to monitor electricity usage. Drivers of EVs can connect to the hardware via Bluetooth. In addition to the hardware, Voltpost provides a mobile application that can be downloaded by both users and operators of the hardware.

Voltpost Introduction

Voltpost provides ease of access for EV drivers because it can be installed throughout cities so drivers don't have to worry about where they can find their next charge station. City governments and private brands can also invest in the installment of the hardware, which will then provide them with revenue.