ChargePoint announced its support for the Megawatt Charging System (MCS), the latest addition to ChargePoint?s leading DC fast charging lineup. The system is estimated to be capable of dispensing enough energy to power approximately 1000 homes, so the immense rate of charge will help enable the electrification of commercial trucking. The greatest benefit of an electrified trucking sector is the reduction of emissions, as transportation represents the largest polluting segment.

The industry is currently responsible for an annual 400+ million metric tons of greenhouse gas emissions in the USA alone. The electrification of these vehicles will represent a significant step towards achieving global climate goals, but first the megawatt charging infrastructure must go into place to charge them. The MCS cable and connector will be available on ChargePoint?s Power Link 2000 stations, part of the modular Express Plus DC fast charging platform.

Initially, MCS will deliver up to 1.2 megawatts. The Megawatt Charging System supports bi-directional charging and will enable output of up to 3 megawatts in the future before vehicles capable of accepting such charge come. The system is also designed for charging in marine and aviation applications.

ChargePoint enables its customers to meet their electrification needs. Partners planning on megawatt charging can begin ChargePoint interoperability testing now to ensure a seamless deployment. ChargePoint?s Megawatt Charging System will be on display at the ACT Expo taking place May 20-23 in Las Vegas, NV.