DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 27, 2026--
Jacobs (NYSE: J) – A survey of 600 senior energy-sector decision makers across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Singapore and Australia finds that 71% believe sufficient capital is available in their industry, yet only 29% say there is both enough capital and enough investable energy infrastructure projects.
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The findings, published by Jacobs in The Energy Readiness Equation, reveal a consistent global challenge: having capital is only the first step. Projects also need the right approvals, grid access, equipment and infrastructure to move forward.
More than three-quarters of energy leaders expect at least 25% of their major energy infrastructure projects to be at risk of delay or cost overruns over the next three years. For 56% of respondents, permitting and consenting alongside regulatory and policy uncertainty are the biggest barriers to getting infrastructure built quickly enough.
The constraint extends beyond individual projects. Fifty-seven percent of energy leaders say the readiness of other infrastructure systems outside their direct control is a major or critical constraint on energy infrastructure delivery. New generation depends on transmission; major industrial and digital facilities depend on power, water, communications and transport; and projects increasingly rely on multiple approvals, suppliers and organizations moving in sequence.
Jacobs Executive Vice President Fiachra Ó Cléirigh said: “The capital is there, but getting the conditions around a project to line up can be harder. Projects can still stall when permitting, grid access, supply chains, skills and supporting infrastructure aren’t ready. Identifying barriers and resolving these dependencies earlier can give investors, developers and delivery teams greater certainty and help viable projects move forward faster.”
One global challenge, different local pressures
While common delivery challenges appear across all five geographies, the research finds they are playing out differently according to local energy systems, infrastructure needs and regulatory environments.
United States: 80% rank permitting among the top three delivery barriers. Rapid growth in data centers, artificial intelligence and advanced manufacturing is putting pressure on electricity demand, highlighting the need to coordinate generation, networks, regulators, major energy users and communities earlier.
United Kingdom: 59% rank grid or network readiness among the top three delivery barriers. This is the highest proportion across the five geographies, while permitting and regulatory uncertainty also remain significant constraints.
Germany: 84% expect at least a quarter of major energy infrastructure projects to be at risk. Capital, technology and ambition are available, but pressure on skills, supply chains and grid infrastructure is creating a delivery challenge. Sixty-eight percent identify supply chain disruption as a potential risk to operations.
Singapore: 67% say other infrastructure systems are a major or critical constraint. Strong long-term planning and institutional coordination provide a solid foundation, but Singapore’s growing reliance on regional electricity imports is creating new cross-border dependencies. That adds a regional dimension to the challenge of coordinating energy, infrastructure and regulation.
Australia: 49% say capital is available but there is a shortage of investable projects. Australia has abundant renewable resources and available capital, but generation projects depend on transmission and enabling infrastructure keeping pace. Sixty-one percent describe other infrastructure systems as a major or critical constraint on energy delivery.
The report also highlights an important gap between confidence in existing assets and how resilience is embedded in practice. Almost 95% of respondents are somewhat or very confident that their critical assets would continue operating during a major disruption tomorrow, but only 36% describe their approach to resilience as built into planning and decision-making.
Jacobs President of Global Operations Patrick Hill said: “There is no single organization, sector or geography with all the answers to the energy security challenge, but there is a lot we can learn from one another. From our own experience, delivery improves when the industry shares what works and addresses dependencies earlier – with governments, regulators, investors and delivery teams working from a collective view of what is needed. That is how energy ambitions become infrastructure that serves economies and communities for decades.”
The Energy Readiness Equation
About the research
The report is based on a survey of 600 senior energy-sector decision makers across the U. S., U.K., Germany, Singapore and Australia. Respondents are responsible for strategy, procurement, capital programs and major project delivery. All percentage figures have been rounded to the nearest whole number.
The quantitative research is complemented by interviews with Jacobs’ energy and infrastructure specialists, clients, system operators and other industry stakeholders including Marinus Link, PUB Singapore, Westnetz, Onyx Power, Statkraft, The National Energy System Operator (NESO), Clean Energy Buyers Association (CEBA), RDQ and National Grid.
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Findings reveal a consistent global challenge: having capital is only the first step.
CAMPBELL, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 27, 2026--
ChargePoint (NYSE: CHPT), a global leader in intelligent electrification and e-mobility, today introduced a new Channel Partner Program designed to help resellers across Europe capture growing demand for EV charging infrastructure through enhanced profitability, faster sales cycles, and greater business support. The program provides partners in the UK, France, and the DACH, Benelux, and Nordic regions with financial incentives, deal protection, marketing resources, and technical training to help accelerate charging deployment while improving project success and long-term customer outcomes.
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"The transition to electric transportation depends on the strength of the ecosystem delivering charging infrastructure to businesses and fleets," said John Saffrett, Managing Director, ChargePoint Europe. "Our new partner program is designed to help resellers build sustainable, recurring revenue businesses while helping customers deploy charging faster and operate it more effectively. By investing in our partners' growth, we're strengthening the entire EV charging value chain."
Partner levels are based on annual performance and completion of key training and certification requirements, creating a clear and transparent growth path for resellers. As partners advance through Bronze, Silver, and Gold tiers, they unlock increasing discounts on charging hardware, software subscriptions, and services, along with performance-based rebates that reward business growth.
The program is specifically designed to help partners build more profitable and predictable businesses by expanding recurring revenue opportunities through software, managed services, and ongoing customer support. Open to all authorized ChargePoint resellers, the program provides a scalable framework for partners to grow their EV charging practices while delivering greater value to customers. Resellers not yet eligible for a partner tier can still benefit from many program offerings through ChargePoint's wholesale channel.
“Our customers expect charging that simply works, from the first site visit through years of operation,” says Paul Gunter, Sales Manager at Ground Control, a leading provider of commercial grounds maintenance services in the UK. “The new ChargePoint program gives us the tools, training, and support to deliver exactly that, and it rewards us for investing in the partnership. Clear project registration and deal protection mean we can plan with confidence and focus on growing our business.”
Beyond pricing and incentives, the Channel Partner Program is designed to help partners build and scale successful EV charging businesses. Silver and Gold partners can access Market Development Funds (MDF) to support joint marketing initiatives with ChargePoint, while dedicated Channel Growth Managers and Channel Marketing Managers provide strategic guidance, campaign planning, and sales enablement resources.
At the center of the program is the ChargePoint Partner Connect Portal, where registered and approved projects qualify for deal protection, rebates, incentives, and opportunity-sharing benefits that help partners compete and grow with confidence. Gold partners receive additional support through annual business planning and quarterly business reviews that align sales, marketing, service, and support objectives.
Unlike traditional hardware-focused channel programs, ChargePoint combines charging hardware, cloud software, services, training, marketing support, and business planning within a single framework designed to drive long-term partner success. The portfolio spans AC charging solutions such as CP6000 as well as the recently launched Express DC product line, including the Express Solo.
As fleets, workplaces, retail destinations, multifamily properties, and public charging operators continue to invest in electrification, the program equips partners with the tools, expertise, and resources needed to capture growing market demand, accelerate charging deployments, and deliver greater value to customers.
Resellers interested in becoming a ChargePoint partner can learn more at www.chargepoint.com/partners.
ChargePoint and the ChargePoint logo are trademarks of ChargePoint, Inc. in the United States and in jurisdictions throughout the world. All other trademarks, trade names, or service marks used or mentioned herein belong to their respective owners.
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This release includes forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 relating to, among other things, the anticipated launch, rollout, and expansion of ChargePoint's new European Channel Partner Program across the UK, France, and the DACH, Benelux, and Nordic regions; the expected benefits of the program to ChargePoint and its partners, including enhanced reseller profitability, recurring revenue growth, and accelerated EV charging infrastructure deployments; the availability, adoption, and performance of program offerings, tiered incentives, discounts, rebates, and the Partner Connect Portal; demand for ChargePoint's AC and DC charging hardware, software, and services among European commercial, fleet, and multifamily customers; and the ability of the program to strengthen ChargePoint's European market presence and support continued EV adoption across Europe. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding ChargePoint's expectations, beliefs, intentions or strategies regarding the future, and can be identified by forward-looking words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "continue," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should," "proposed," "will" and "would" or similar words. These forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, including risks associated with ChargePoint's ability to successfully implement, scale, and manage the European Channel Partner Program; reseller recruitment, engagement, qualification, and retention under the tiered program structure; market adoption of and demand for EV charging solutions across key European markets and verticals; competitive dynamics and alternative charging solutions in Europe; the operational effectiveness of the Partner Connect Portal and deal protection mechanisms; macroeconomic, regulatory, and EV adoption conditions affecting European commercial and fleet customers; and ChargePoint's ability to maintain its competitive position as a provider of EV charging hardware, cloud software, and services in Europe. Additional risks and uncertainties are included in the "Risk Factors" and "Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations" sections in ChargePoint's Form 10-Q filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") on September 4, 2026, which is available on ChargePoint's website at investors.chargepoint.com and on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from those expressed or implied by the statements made herein. All forward-looking statements in this press release are based on information available as of the date hereof and ChargePoint assumes no obligation to revise or update any forward-looking statements for any reason, except as required by law.
About ChargePoint Holdings, Inc.
ChargePoint has established itself as a global leader in intelligent electrification and e-mobility since its inception in 2007, long before EVs became widely available. The company provides comprehensive solutions tailored to the entire EV ecosystem, from the grid to the dashboard of the vehicle. The company serves EV drivers, charging station owners, vehicle manufacturers, and similar types of stakeholders. With a commitment to accessibility and reliability, ChargePoint’s extensive portfolio of software, hardware, and services ensures a seamless charging experience for drivers across North America and Europe. ChargePoint empowers every driver in need of charging access, connecting them to millions of charging ports worldwide. ChargePoint has facilitated the powering of more than 23 billion electric miles, underscoring its dedication to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and electrifying the future of transportation.
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ChargePoint introduced a new partner program designed to help resellers across Europe capture growing demand for EV charging infrastructure.
