Airbnb announced a partnership with ChargePoint to support the increasing demand for electric vehicle (EV) chargers by offering U.S. hosts discounts on chargers and installation services. This initiative aims to make it easier and more affordable for hosts to provide EV charging amenities.

According to Airbnb, the company is partnering with ChargePoint to facilitate the installation of EV chargers at their listings, responding to an 80% increase in searches for EV chargers from 2022 to 2023. They will offer U.S. hosts discounts on various ChargePoint EV charger models and installation services, including up to 36% off on select chargers and $100 off installation services. Additionally, the first 1,000 hosts to purchase an EV charger through ChargePoint will receive an extra $200 discount funded by Airbnb.

"We are thrilled to join forces with ChargePoint to help hosts meet growing demand for electric vehicle chargers from guests. By making it more affordable for hosts to install EV chargers, we are empowering them to take more sustainable actions and appeal to guests who are interested in this amenity," said Ameet Konkar, Airbnb’s director of sustainability.

In line with Konkar's sentiment, Rick Wilmer, CEO at ChargePoint, said, "Ensuring all drivers are able to charge when and where they need to remains our top priority. Together with Airbnb, we are removing barriers to broader adoption of residential charging solutions for Airbnb hosts and enabling a frictionless charging experience for their guests."

Founded in 2007, Airbnb has over 5 million Hosts who have welcomed over 1.5 billion guest arrivals across nearly every country globally. Hosts offer stays and experiences to foster connections between guests and communities worldwide. As of Dec. 31, 2023, Airbnb has had over 7.7 million active listings in 100,000 cities and towns across 220 countries and regions.