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| # Unity Fleet - The Link EV Charging Network | |
| ## What is The Link? | |
| A revolutionary approach to EV charging infrastructure, reimagining charging stations as destination hubs that combine fast-charging capabilities with amenity-rich environments. | |
| ### Key Features | |
| #### Advanced Charging | |
| - Multiple DC Fast Charging ports with 150kW capability | |
| - Future-ready design for heavy-duty vehicles | |
| #### Solar Integration | |
| - On-site solar generation with battery storage | |
| - Truly emissions-free charging | |
| #### Premium Amenities | |
| - Elevated lounge areas with refreshments | |
| - Wi-Fi and productivity spaces | |
| #### Smart Technology | |
| - AI-powered management systems | |
| - Seamless mobile app integration | |
| ## Subscription Tiers | |
| ### FlexRide | |
| - Starting at $299/mo | |
| - Access to shared EVs on a regular basis | |
| - Balances affordability and convenience | |
| - Includes insurance and maintenance | |
| - Priority charging at The Link hubs | |
| - Flexible booking through mobile app | |
| ### Take-Home | |
| - Starting at $699/mo | |
| - Exclusive access to a dedicated EV | |
| - Multiple tiers with different mileage allowances | |
| - Comprehensive insurance coverage | |
| - All maintenance and charging included | |
| - Vehicle upgrades available | |
| ### All-Access | |
| - Starting at $499/mo | |
| - Unlimited rides within designated areas | |
| - Flat daily or monthly fee | |
| - Eliminates personal vehicle reliance | |
| - Includes all charging and maintenance | |
| - 24/7 vehicle availability | |
| ## Impact & Equity | |
| ### Environmental Impact | |
| - 3-4 metric tons of CO2 reduced annually per EV | |
| - 30% energy from on-site solar generation | |
| - 1,500+ metric tons of emissions avoided in Year 1 | |
| ### Community Access Program | |
| Unity Fleet is committed to ensuring that the benefits of transportation electrification are accessible to all Illinois residents, regardless of income, location, or ability. | |
| - Discounted transportation options for low-income individuals | |
| - Partnerships with social service organizations | |
| - Targeted outreach to underserved communities | |
| - Simplified payment options that don't require credit cards or smartphones | |
| - ADA-compliant physical infrastructure exceeding minimum requirements | |
| ### Economic Development | |
| - 25+ direct jobs created in Year 1 | |
| - 70% procurement from Illinois-based suppliers | |
| - $7.5M projected revenue by Year 5 | |
| ## ChainLink Tokenization | |
| ### Asset Ownership Structure | |
| The ChainLink tokenization model creates a revolutionary approach to infrastructure ownership and community investment. | |
| - Fractional ownership of charging infrastructure | |
| - Community investment opportunities | |
| - Transparent revenue sharing | |
| - Secure blockchain verification | |
| ## Rural Revitalization Plan | |
| ### Trillion-Dollar Vision for Illinois | |
| Unity Fleet's rural revitalization strategy extends beyond urban centers to transform transportation access across all of Illinois. | |
| 1. **Strategic Hub Placement** | |
| - Establishing The Link charging hubs along key rural corridors | |
| 2. **Community Partnerships** | |
| - Collaborating with local businesses and municipalities | |
| 3. **Economic Stimulus** | |
| - Creating jobs and attracting visitors to rural communities | |
| 4. **Infrastructure Integration** | |
| - Connecting rural areas to the statewide clean transportation network | |
| ## Grant Proposal | |
| ### Illinois Department of Transportation Statewide Planning and Research Funds | |
| - **Funding Request**: $3,200,000 | |
| - **Matching Funds**: $3,800,000 | |
| - **Total Project Budget**: $7,000,000 | |
| - **Implementation Timeline**: 15 months | |
| ### Executive Summary | |
| Unity Fleet LLC is pleased to submit this proposal for the Illinois Department of Transportation's Statewide Planning and Research Funds grant to support the development of "The Link" - an innovative electric vehicle (EV) charging network that will transform transportation infrastructure across Illinois. | |