Tag: EV charging

Electric Vehicles Are Driving Rates Down

Electric Vehicles Are Driving Rates Down

December 9, 2022 |

Can the addition of more electric vehicles (EVs) to the grid actually lower utility bills for all customers? A recently updated study shows just that, showing that EV drivers are not being subsidized by other customers and, in fact, they are putting downward pressure on rates. Between 2012 and 2021, in three of utility service territories with the most EVs in the United States, EV customers have contributed more than $1.7 billion in net-revenue to the body of utility customers.

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Pricing Mechanisms for V2G in Southeast Asia: Brief

Pricing Mechanisms for V2G in Southeast Asia: Brief

October 26, 2022 | ,

Most ASEAN Member States require a premium subsidy to be paid to electric vehicles to make their total cost of ownership lower than internal combustion engine vehicles. Among the ASEAN Member States, Thailand’s electric vehicle’s total cost of ownership performance shows the most promising prospect for effective implementation of vehicle-to-grid.

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Charging Infrastructure to Accelerate ASEAN’s Electric Vehicle Deployment

Charging Infrastructure to Accelerate ASEAN’s Electric Vehicle Deployment

August 10, 2022 |

The electric vehicle (EV) has been regarded as a key player in decarbonising the transportation sector. The EV market in the ASEAN region recorded a value of USD 498.93 million in 2021, which is expected to reach USD 2,665.3 million in 2027. Nevertheless, the lack of EV charging infrastructure has been identified as one of the main challenges in accelerating the adoption of electric passenger cars.

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US DoE announces $96 million in funding to increase access to EV charging

US DoE announces $96 million in funding to increase access to EV charging

July 25, 2022 |

The US Department of Energy (DOE) has announced a $96 million loan to increase the accessibility of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and maximise EV efficiency and affordability in order to aid in the decarbonization of the domestic transportation sector. The agricultural, construction, railroad, maritime, and aviation sectors are the main targets of the decarbonisation drive. These industries produce the most carbon emissions in the US.

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Powering Electric Two- and Three-Wheelers with Rural Minigrids in Nigeria and India

Powering Electric Two- and Three-Wheelers with Rural Minigrids in Nigeria and India

May 4, 2022 |

A new report from RMI, Factor[e], and UK-charity Shell Foundation shows that a growing renewable minigrid industry and a booming market for two- and three-wheeled electric vehicles opens the door for minigrid-powered EVs to become the option of first resort for families and businesses with the ability to invest in motorized transport. The study concludes that small-format EVs available today can compete with fossil-fueled alternatives at a wide range of energy prices.

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EIB’s guide on EV charging concessions in Europe

EIB’s guide on EV charging concessions in Europe

April 19, 2022 | ,

This guide focuses on the use of the “concession” model to help meet this target. It addresses a perceived need for greater understanding of concessions among public authorities, particularly at the local and municipal levels, where responsibility for EV rollout typically lies. This guide seeks to increase general awareness and understanding of the use, structure and content of concession contracts for public EV charging infrastructure.

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Allocation of $615 million for EV charging infrastructure in the United States

Allocation of $615 million for EV charging infrastructure in the United States

March 23, 2022 |

Allocations of $615 million in funds for electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure in the US under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program moved forward with recent publications from the US Department of Transportation (DOT). The funds will be allocated on a state-by-state basis—with some receiving far more than others—but the first step will be for each state to propose a plan for its allocated share of funds (Plan).

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Assessing charging infrastructure needs in Québec

Assessing charging infrastructure needs in Québec

February 24, 2022 | ,

This working paper by International Council on Clean Transportation assesses the electric vehicle charging infrastructure required in Québec province through 2035 and provides a specific focus on Montréal. The analysis focuses on light-duty vehicles including passenger cars, taxis, private-hire vehicles, and light commercial vehicles. The geographic scope covers 17 administrative regions and results are presented at the provincial and regional levels.

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Funding Our Future: The US EV Transition Requires Infrastructure that Inspires Confidence and Powers All Communities

Funding Our Future: The US EV Transition Requires Infrastructure that Inspires Confidence and Powers All Communities

February 20, 2022 |

From the largest metropolitan areas in the United States like New York City to rural communities in Georgia, we need cleaner, more affordable, and efficient transportation options if we are going to solve climate change in a way that uplifts communities. Spent wisely, the $7.5 billion in EV charging funding can help us deliver the national backbone for a far superior fast charging network than exists today.

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How much does electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the US really cost?

How much does electric vehicle charging infrastructure in the US really cost?

January 29, 2022 |

As part of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), $7.5 billion is allocated for the nationwide deployment of EV charging stations—only half of what the White House initially proposed for EV charging. With this limited funding, combined with ambitious EV targets, it is more important than ever to get a better understanding of the actual cost of EV charging infrastructure. Doing so will allow us to maximize the utility of these funds through a proper EV infrastructure planning.

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Increasing Uptake: Southeast Asia on the verge of an EV surge

Increasing Uptake: Southeast Asia on the verge of an EV surge

January 17, 2022 |

The interest in electric vehicles (EVs) in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has increased over the years. According to the ASEAN Automotive Federation, the total number of vehicle sales in ASEAN member states stood at 2.45 million in 2020. This number is expected to increase with population growth and economic development. EV uptake is also expected to be fuelled by growing pollution concerns and the need to switch to cleaner and environment-friendly modes of transport.

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A Creative Solution to Make Public EV Charging More Accessible in US Cities

A Creative Solution to Make Public EV Charging More Accessible in US Cities

December 8, 2021 |

Public charging access must be equitably distributed to support all drivers. Achieving this will require EV chargers located at the curbside, a type of installation limited by high installation costs and crowded curbsides. To navigate these challenges, a new approach has emerged: using existing utility pole and streetlight infrastructure to install EV chargers, or pole-mounted charging.

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Global EV sales witness strong growth

Global EV sales witness strong growth

November 24, 2021 |

The global fleet of four-wheeled road vehicles continues to rise and currently stands at close to 1.5 billion vehicles. More than 50 million cars, trucks and buses were added to the global fleet between 2019 and mid-2021. The global fleet of two- and three-wheelers is almost as big, exceeding one billion. China, India and countries in Southeast Asia are by far the largest markets for two- and three-wheelers globally.

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India plans to install 6,000 charging stations across 9 expressways

India plans to install 6,000 charging stations across 9 expressways

November 23, 2021 |

Indian Minister of State for Heavy Industries has announced that the government is planning to install 6,000 charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) across nine expressways in the country. As per the government’s statement, charging is the biggest problem when it comes to the use of EVs, referring to the hurdles in EV adoption, including the time it takes to charge automobiles.

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California Approves New Rules to Support EV Charging Infrastructure

California Approves New Rules to Support EV Charging Infrastructure

October 13, 2021 |

The California Public Utilities Commission broke new ground recently, approving new rules that will ensure utilities provide “utility-side make-ready” infrastructure (illustrated below) to support electric vehicle (EV) charging at no cost to the typical customer. This will reduce the costs of installing charging stations for cars, trucks, and buses by about 25 percent, fundamentally improving the economics of electrifying the transportation sector.

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Ireland’s EV Policy Pathway

Ireland’s EV Policy Pathway

September 21, 2021 | ,

The EV Policy Pathway Working Group – consisting of seven Government Departments and the Sustainable Authority of Ireland – considered a mix of policies to enable Ireland to meet this Climate Action Plan target, which will require a significant ramping-up of EV sales. This report summarises the Working Group’s findings and recommendations.

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Four New Trends in EV Charging Software and Platforms

Four New Trends in EV Charging Software and Platforms

September 15, 2021 |

Electric vehicle infrastructure is a topic that is constantly in the news, and as the industry continues to rapidly evolve, utilities and charging network operators need to be prepared for the future of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) software and platforms. Kimley-Horn’s Ryan Gram, P.E., recently moderated a REGlobal webinar on the future of EV Charging Software and Platforms. Read on to learn the trends to watch, tips to bring value to your customers and maximize efficiency, and predictions for what’s ahead.

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