Balfour Beatty Communities
Balfour Beatty Communities (BBC), a national residential real estate investment and management company, announces the launch of an electric vehicle (EV) charging program that offers residents Level 2 in-home charging capabilities. The program is being offered through an agreement with TRO Energy Solutions Inc. (TROES), a national provider of EV-related services. Initial pilot program locations include Beacon Point Homes located at Naval Submarine Base New London in Connecticut, and Vandenberg Family Homes located at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California.
“We are focused on delivering an exceptional living experience to our residents, and we’re seeing a growing number of EV owners in our communities,” says Chuck Parker, EVP, Military Housing Operations. “This new program with TROES allows us to offer residents a simple, easy-to-use solution for convenient in-home charging while supporting goals set forth by the Office of Secretary of Defense related to energy resilience and our own Company sustainability initiatives.”
“This pilot program is a win for all involved,” says Capt. Kenneth M. Curtin Jr., Commanding Officer of Naval Submarine Base New London. “I'm delighted that our Nation’s first and finest submarine base was selected by Balfour Beatty Communities to be one of their first pilot locations for EV charging at home. Efforts that not only align with Federal and the Office of Secretary of Defense goals but also improve the quality of life for our sailors and their families.”
The in-home EV charging ports, installed and maintained by TROES, provide Level 2 charging with three available package options, allowing residents to select the EV charging plan that best meets their needs. The TROES Charge Time app delivers added convenience, streamlining account management, and other in-home charging features through a mobile device.
“We're excited our Airmen and Guardians will have the opportunity to obtain in-home high-speed Electric Vehicle (EV) charging via Balfour Beatty Communities partnership with TROES,” says Colonel Chris Sheffield, Vice Commander for Vandenberg Space Force Base. “Serving as a pilot location fulfills existing resident demands for EV charging and supports efforts to reach future Department of Defense and California emission goals.”
“We’re pleased to be selected by Balfour Beatty Communities to offer this exciting amenity of EV charging solutions to support military personnel and their families who make so many sacrifices in the defense of our country,” says Edward DeVries, president of TRO Energy Solutions, Inc. “It’s a privilege to offer practical and economical services that military families can depend upon to keep their EVs powered up and transition to sustainable energy.”