Electric car drivers deserve to have stress-free vacations – and rental owners shouldn’t have to foot the bill for those who bring their chargers with them.
We facilitate a win-win situation for both parties. Property owners can offer a lucrative new feature to their rental space, and travelers are able to easily charge on location.
To create a better world by providing vehicle operators the power to reliably operate in an environmentally conscious and sustainable fashion.
To help EV drivers charge easily, reliably, and conveniently in a way that fits seamlessly into their daily lives.
To enable confident mass adoption of e-mobility by providing convenient, sustainable, and reliable electric charging solutions in underserved communities.
Making the lives of EV drivers easier means making EV adoption easier.
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Transportation accounts for about one-third of all US greenhouse gas emissions. And while the US population is steadily making the switch from gas to electric-powered vehicles, EV adoption is swiftly outpacing our nation’s charging infrastructure.
In many places, it is still more convenient—and reliable—to fill up a car’s gas tank than it is to charge a car’s battery.
Nathan Dietrich and Marcus Ernst, co-founders of ShoreCharge, have worked together since 2019 after knowing each other for two decades within the electrical engineering industry. They believe that widespread EV adoption is a necessary and vital step to curbing continued ecological harm.
In their research, Nathan and Marcus identified a gap in service for EVs.
As it stands now, Level 2 EV chargers are being installed in locations where drivers spend a large portion of their time, such as their homes, work, and shopping locations.
However, when an EV driver goes on vacation, the nearest Level 2 or 3 charger is often many miles away, requiring a driver to waste precious vacation time charging.
The natural solution – for the driver who doesn’t want to risk being stranded – is to bring their own Level 1 charger and plug it into an outlet at their vacation property. The short-term rental owner then loses revenue because the EV driver uses the owner’s electricity to power their vehicle.
To Nathan and Marcus, the solution that benefits both parties became clear: Provide a convenient, cost-effective way for STRs to provide their guests with powerful, user-friendly EV charging capabilities.
co-founder & CEO
Prior to ShoreCharge, Marcus spent over 20 years becoming a trusted advisor in various sales, management, and ownership positions in the electrical industry with a focus on energy-saving products. His desire to incorporate sustainable technology, energy savings, and environmental awareness with his electrical industry experience culminated in the co-founding of ShoreCharge.
Marcus is a proud graduate of the University of Maryland, where he earned a BS in International Business. In his free time, he enjoys working around the house, playing golf, and spending time with family.
co-founder & COO
Nathan has over 15 years of electrical engineering experience, and his roles have included product development, sales account management, and service team management. He is a licensed professional engineer, a United States patent holder, and holds a BS in Electrical Engineering from Grove City College.
When he’s not working, Nathan enjoys spending time outside with his family and bonding over their love of baseball.
At ShoreCharge, we believe it’s possible to benefit from a greener tomorrow today.
We are committed to doing our part to reduce carbon emissions by helping combine profitability, innovation, and renewable solutions for a world where everyone benefits.
When you partner with ShoreCharge, you’re not just adding a lucrative new amenity to your short-term rental. You’re helping to shift the tide of environmental impact that makes ecological responsibility a natural part of life for every community.
