Universities

University campuses can achieve zero-emission transportation goals by integrating wireless charging directly into shuttle and bus operations. By combining static charging at key stops with dynamic charging along campus routes, vehicles can receive frequent opportunity charging throughout the day, enabling a seamless transition to electric fleets without disrupting service schedules or campus activities.

Key benefits include:

• Zero-emission fleet operations: Supports the transition from diesel-powered vehicles to electric buses and shuttles.
• Seamless transition: Charging is designed to occur automatically during normal operations, eliminating the need for manual plug-in procedures.
• Continuous fleet availability: Vehicles can charge while driving, stopping, or dwelling at designated locations.
• Reduced battery requirements: Opportunity charging enables smaller battery packs and lowers fleet electrification costs.
• Proven campus deployment: The UCLA project and deployments across business parks demonstrate how wireless charging can support campus-wide electrification while maintaining reliable transportation service.

As a result, universities can accelerate sustainability goals and transition to zero-emission transportation with minimal operational disruption.

Wireless energy transfer can reduce the cost and complexity of electrifying university shuttle fleets by enabling significant battery size reduction. Because shuttles receive frequent opportunity charging throughout their routes, they can operate without oversized batteries to operate for an entire day between charging sessions.

Key benefits include:

• Battery size reduction: Because shuttles receive continuous opportunity charging throughout the day, they do not need large batteries to complete their routes. On high-frequency, short-route campus loops, battery capacity requirements can be reduced by up to 90%*, or to the smallest battery configuration offered by the OEM.
• Lower capital expenditure (CAPEX): Smaller batteries reduce upfront vehicle costs, helping universities electrify more vehicles within the same budget.
• Continuous operation: Shuttles are designed to charge automatically during normal service, reducing the need for dedicated charging downtime.
• Improved fleet efficiency: Lighter vehicles consume less energy and can maximize passenger service availability.

As a result, universities can accelerate fleet electrification while lowering upfront vehicle costs and supporting long-term sustainability goals.

*Figures reflect specific project or test conditions; results may vary by site, vehicle integration, and deployment configuration.

Static wireless charging improves shuttle fleet availability by enabling opportunity charging during normal passenger operations. Chargers installed at pick-up and drop-off locations are designed to allow shuttles to charge automatically during brief 2–5 minute stops, without driver involvement or service interruptions.

Key benefits include:

• Opportunity charging: Vehicles receive frequent energy top-ups during routine passenger loading and unloading.
• Continuous operation: Regular charging events can deliver more energy than the vehicle consumes on each route, supporting all-day service.
• 100%* uptime potential: Shuttles remain in operation throughout the day rather than being removed from service for scheduled charging sessions.
• Eliminate depot charging: Energy is delivered where vehicles operate, reducing or eliminating the need for dedicated depot charging breaks, and unnecessary returns to the depot for charging.
• Improved fleet availability: More vehicles remain in service during peak demand periods.

As a result, universities can maintain reliable shuttle service while maximizing fleet utilization and operational efficiency.

*Figures reflect specific project or test conditions; results may vary by site, vehicle integration, and deployment configuration.

Yes. Electreon’s wireless charging infrastructure is designed to preserve campus aesthetics through a low-profile, embedded design. The charging coils are embedded beneath existing asphalt or concrete surfaces, creating invisible infrastructure that integrates seamlessly into campus roads, shuttle stops, and pedestrian areas.

Key benefits include:

• Invisible infrastructure: Charging components are installed below the road surface and remain completely out of sight.
• No visual clutter: Unlike conventional charging stations, the system eliminates bulky chargers, pedestals, and above-ground equipment.
• No trip hazards: Wireless energy transfer removes exposed charging cables and connectors from pedestrian areas.
• Preserved campus environment: Existing landscapes, architecture, and public spaces remain unchanged.
• Weather-resistant design: Underground infrastructure is designed to be protected from vandalism, vehicle impacts, and harsh weather conditions.

As a result, universities can electrify shuttle fleets while maintaining a clean, safe, and visually appealing campus environment.

Yes. Electreon’s wireless charging system is capable of supporting multiple vehicle types to share the same charging infrastructure. Depending on vehicle integration and power requirements, different vehicle classes, including campus shuttles, security vehicles, maintenance vans, service fleets, delivery vehicles, and compatible passenger EVs—can be supported by the same in-road coils , creating a shared charging platform across the campus.

Key benefits include:

• Vehicle-agnostic infrastructure: The same charging assets can support a wide range of electric vehicle types and battery configurations.
• Shared charging platform: Multiple users can access the same charging infrastructure, maximizing utilization and return on investment.
• Multi-user ecosystem: Campus fleets, third-party service vehicles, and other authorized EVs can charge within a single network.
• Future-ready deployment: New vehicle types can be added without modifying the underlying charging infrastructure.
• Proven multi-fleet deployment: This approach will also be demonstrated in the Michigan Department of Transportation’s Powerdrive project, where Electreon will deploy wireless charging systems across delivery vehicles, shuttle buses, and other fleet vehicles.

As a result, campuses can turn roadways into a shared charging asset that supports diverse fleets, simplifies infrastructure planning, and accelerates electrification.

Yes. Electreon’s wireless charging system is designed to operate safely in high-traffic campus environments. The infrastructure contains no exposed electrical cables, plugs, or live connections, helping eliminate many of the safety risks associated with conventional charging equipment.

Key safety features include:

• Passive coils: The underground charging coils contain no active electronics and remain dormant until an authorized vehicle is detected.
• Proprietary handshake: Energy transfer is designed to begin only after a secure authentication process verifies the vehicle receiver positioned above the charging segment.
• No exposed charging equipment: Wireless charging eliminates charging cables, connectors, and potential trip hazards in pedestrian areas.
• ICNIRP-2010 compliance: Electromagnetic field (EMF) emissions operate well below internationally recognized exposure limits, including guidelines for the general public and individuals with pacemakers.

As a result, universities can deploy wireless charging infrastructure while maintaining a safe environment for students, staff, and visitors.