China’s National Energy Administration (NEA) has introduced a new three-year initiative aimed at doubling the country’s electric vehicle (EV) charging service capacity by 2027, in line with the rapid growth of the nation’s new energy vehicle (NEV) market.
The plan, developed jointly by the NEA and five other ministries, seeks to provide over 300 gigawatts (GW) of public charging capacity and expand the national network to about 28 million charging facilities within three years.
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The “Three-Year Action Plan for Doubling the Service Capacity of Electric Vehicle Charging Facilities (2025–2027)” focuses on four key areas: balance, innovation, inclusiveness, and implementation. It addresses issues such as uneven network distribution, limited rural access, and outdated power systems.
The plan outlines efforts to deploy 1.6 million new DC fast chargers, including 100,000 high-power units in key cities and along highways. It also mandates the modernization of aging assets — particularly stations over eight years old or operating below 800 volts — to enhance performance and safety.
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Rural and intercity connectivity form a central component of the plan. By 2027, the government aims to install or upgrade 40,000 ultra-fast charging points along highways and add 14,000 DC chargers in underserved townships to ensure nationwide coverage.
In parallel, 1,000 residential communities will host pilot projects for integrated home-charging infrastructure. Innovation will also drive the rollout of 5,000 bidirectional charging units, supporting vehicle-grid interaction (VGI) to enhance energy efficiency and grid stability.
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The plan assigns clear implementation responsibilities across government agencies, local authorities, and power grid operators. The NEA and the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) will oversee coordination, while grid companies are tasked with reinforcing network reliability and ensuring stable power supply.
The initiative comes as China’s NEV sales hit a record 1.6 million units in September, with battery-electric vehicles accounting for over 1 million, underscoring the urgency to expand and upgrade the nation’s charging infrastructure.
Source: ndrc.gov.cn, scmp.com
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