$43.7 Million Awarded to 25 EV Charging Projects Across the U.S. to Expand Access and Enhance Grid Efficiency

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The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation has announced a $43.7 million funding award to 25 innovative electric vehicle (EV) charging projects across the U.S. The funding, provided under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, aims to tackle critical challenges related to EV infrastructure, including expanding access to electrified mobility and improving grid reliability.

Launched on April 16, 2024, the Communities Taking Charge Accelerator focuses on three primary goals: expanding access to home and shared charging options, accelerating fleet electrification, and advancing managed charging systems to optimize grid usage. The 25 awarded projects span 23 states, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, addressing key issues such as the lack of home charging infrastructure and the electrification of public and private fleets.

Gabe Klein, executive director of the Joint Office, explained, ā€œThis investment aims to expand transportation and energy infrastructure to meet the current and anticipated demands ā€“ from how people charge and use shared vehicle fleets including e-bikes around transit hubs to a new model for more affordable multifamily housing charging ā€“ advancing a more holistic energy and transportation ecosystem.ā€

The projects focus on creative solutions like curbside chargers, multifamily setups, and community micromobility hubs, helping urban residents and apartment dwellers access charging. For example, Voltpost plans to install lamppost EV chargers in San Francisco using existing infrastructure. Other projects focus on electrifying fleets for shared rides, carpooling, and last-mile deliveries, as well as implementing managed charging systems to reduce grid strain and enhance the use of renewable energy.

One notable initiative is the University of Alabamaā€™s project to develop a comprehensive EV charging management framework, aimed at improving grid reliability and integrating open-source tools for managed charging. These efforts are expected to play a crucial role in reducing emissions and improving clean transportation access.

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