Solar ChargerTwo new solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have been installed in Santa Clara, free for public use. These EV charging stations are the first solar-powered chargers in Santa Clara and build on the City’s commitment to sustainability and building clean EV charging infrastructure.

The locations of the chargers are:

  • Everett N. "Eddie" Souza Park for free public use
  • Silicon Valley Power headquarters for charging City fleet vehicles
EV ARC™ solar-powered EV charging stations specifications
Solar Array
 43 kW 
Daily Range Delivered  Up to 245 e-miles
(Range will vary based on local conditions)
Battery Storage Options  24.32.40 kWh
Total EV Charger Power Up to 4.3 kW
(Actual total output depends on EV and charger model)
EV Charger type Any brand: 1-6 plugs: types J1772 or CHAdeMO
(Power may be reduced based on number of circuits, EV & charger model)
Certified Wind Load  120 mph


Last Updated:
01-20-2021