Infrastructure for Electric Vehicles

Building effective and efficient infrastructure for electric vehicles (EVs) and electric buses is crucial for supporting the adoption of clean transportation and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Major considerations include: 

• Charging Infrastructure Expansion: Expand the network of charging stations for electric vehicles, including Level 2 and fast-charging stations, to ensure convenient access for EV owners. Prioritize the deployment of chargers in areas with high EV adoption rates and along major transportation corridors.

• Public Charging Hubs: Establish public charging hubs or charging corridors with multiple charging stations to reduce congestion and meet the needs of a growing number of EV users.

• Transit Bus Charging Infrastructure: Develop charging infrastructure tailored to electric buses, such as overhead charging (catenary systems), inductive charging, or plug-in charging stations at bus depots.

• Utility Partnerships: Collaborate with utilities to ensure adequate power supply and grid capacity to support increased EV charging demand. Work with private companies to develop and maintain charging infrastructure, including EV charging networks and fleet charging solutions.

• Parking Regulations: Implement regulations and incentives that require or encourage the installation of EV charging infrastructure in parking lots and residential buildings.

• Multi-Unit Dwelling Charging: Promote EV charging solutions for multi-unit dwellings, such as apartment complexes and condominiums, to accommodate residents who lack personal garages.