Robert Rizzo
Director of Infrastructure SolutionsPxT Infrastructure Solutions
Robert currently works as Director with PxT Infrastructure Solutions. A Nationwide EPC orignated on the East Coast. Robert has close to 3 decades of experience in Electric Vehicle Infrastructure projects for both onroad and offroad EV's. He installed some of the first EV Charging stations in 1996 for Edison EV, funded by the CA Air Resources Board with his Electrical Contracting company, Charging Ahead Electric. He has electrified over 25 airports across the USA and Canada for airside DC Electric- Ground Support Equipment & vehicles in the early 2000's. He has been engaged with some of the top companies in the alternative energy field. Blink, Schneider Electric, NRG/EVgo, ABS, Enphase Energy and recently, Nextera Energy in their C&I Captive Depot Mobility division. Robert has been engaged in over 20,000 EVSE installations in his career, for Class 2 thru Class 8 vehicles.
Robert Rizzo’s Session(s):
12:45 pm–1:30 pm | Wed, March 26, 2025
Future-Proofing Your Property for Cost-Effective EV Infrastructure Investments
To avoid costly mistakes and ensure long-term success, it is crucial to invest in EV infrastructure that is scalable, efficient, and adaptable to future advancements, upgrades, and business needs.
In this panel, industry experts will explore the most important “future-proofing” considerations for site hosts when investing in EV charging infrastructure. This discussion will offer valuable insights into how to strategically plan for both immediate and future needs, ensuring that early investments set the stage for sustainable and cost-effective growth.
Key topics will include:
- Designing with Operations in Mind: Learn how to create EV infrastructure that not only meets today's performance needs but also ensures serviceability, fire and life safety, and long-term operational efficiency.
- Integrating Facility-Wide Operations: Panelists will discuss how to synchronize charging station installations with the broader operations of the site. This helps minimize disruption to existing business operations while maximizing charging station efficiency.
- Future-Proofing for Scalability: Learn how to future-proof your site for increased demand by deploying scalable charging solutions, incorporating renewable energy sources, and preparing to integrate advanced energy storage systems.
- Leveraging Data from Early Deployments: Discover how to collect and analyze operational data from initial deployments, using it to inform more strategic decisions and optimize future phases of your EV charging program. This data-driven approach can lead to more efficient charging networks and better ROI on your infrastructure investments.