PowerFlex Empowers BioMarin’s Sustainability Goals With Comprehensive EV Charging Installations

BioMarin Pharmaceuticals, headquartered in San Rafael, California, is a leader in developing therapies for rare genetic diseases and is guided by the belief that no disease should go untreated. Since its founding in 1997, BioMarin has focused on creating new medicines that make a real difference for patients while minimizing its impact on the environment. As part of its mission to create a better future, BioMarin has implemented initiatives such as reducing water consumption, improving energy efficiency, and installing electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on its campus.

The Challenge

Upscaling EV Charging Without Costly Infrastructure Upgrades

BioMarin sought to expand electric vehicle charging at its San Rafael campus as part of its broader commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact. However, deploying a large number of EV charging stations typically requires significant electrical system upgrades, which can lead to high infrastructure costs and steep peak demand charges from utilities. BioMarin needed a solution that would allow for reliable, scalable EV charging while minimizing both upfront and ongoing expenses.

PowerFlex’s Solution

Intelligent, Scalable EV Charging Optimized by Adaptive Load Management®

INSTALLATION TYPE

EV Charging

INSTALLATION SIZE

196 Level 2 Chargers

LOCATIONS

San Rafael, CA

INCENTIVES

MCEv

To address BioMarin’s need for scalable and cost-effective EV charging, PowerFlex has installed more than 195 Level 2 charging stations across two parking complexes at the San Rafael campus. The deployment leveraged PowerFlex’s Adaptive Load Management® (ALM) software, which intelligently balances charging demand in real time based on driver schedules, building load, and other variables.

This approach allowed BioMarin to install many charging stations without requiring oversized electrical systems, reducing system implementation costs by as much as 60%. ALM also eliminates large spikes in BioMarin’s energy usage, eliminating peak demand fees that can drive up utility bills.

By implementing PowerFlex’s intelligent EV charging solution BioMarin ensures reliable charging for its employees while supporting its ongoing sustainability initiatives as well as its bottom line.