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Last week we announced our brand new residential #EV charger purchase and installation rebate program, now open to eligible customers in northern Illinois. Today at the Chicago Auto Show, we shared that we’re launching two more new rebate programs this month for business and public sector customers: a rebate program for the purchase of EV vehicles and fleets; and a rebate program for the expansion of public charging access.   These three rebate programs are part of our larger investment to help accelerate an equitable adoption of #ElectricVehicles in northern Illinois.   “Working with our partners in northern Illinois, ComEd is committed to helping customers benefit from zero emissions vehicles, which can significantly reduce pollution and enhance air quality for all residents across our communities,” said Erica Borggren, our VP of customers solutions. “Through new targeted incentives, we are aiming to accelerate the transition toward all-electric fleets, cars, buses and trucks, while at the same time catalyzing the buildout of a regional network of public EV charging to serve more customers – a key factor to growing EV adoption equitably.”   Not only do #EVs offer fuel and maintenance cost savings and performance benefits, but #OurCommunities can experience environmental improvements from reduced tailpipe emissions. Electrifying transportation — including cars, trucks and public transit fleets — can also create tangible health benefits for all families across northern Illinois, especially communities which have traditionally borne the brunt of climate change and air pollution.   More information is coming on February 15 so save the date! Learn more: bit.ly/48c21iT

🗞️ Oregon needs more EV incentives, "especially for low-income residents and rural communities that have more barriers to electrification and are less likely to be served by private investments," notes Forth's Stuart Green in the Oregon Capital Chronicle. Read more! 👉https://ow.ly/uKH850PQqSn #electricvehicles #transportation #electriccars

Indiana is paving the way for the future of electric vehicles! I’m insanely excited about this. The Hoosier State is set to become the first in the U.S. to have a highway segment that wirelessly charges EVs as they drive. This groundbreaking project, a collaboration between the Indiana Department of Transportation, Purdue University , and Cummins Inc.,will begin construction soon in Tippecanoe County¹. This initiative promises to revolutionize the EV industry by addressing one of the major drawbacks of electric vehicles—range anxiety. Imagine driving your EV and never worrying about running out of charge again! Keep an eye on this exciting development and consider the potential impact on your business or daily commute. Indiana's move could be the spark that ignites a nationwide transformation in EV infrastructure. Let's get charged up for a sustainable future! Stay tuned for more updates on this electrifying project! 🔌🚘¹²³ Source: Conversation with Bing, 4/6/2024 (1) Indiana, Purdue building first EV-charging highway segment in US - IndyStar. https://lnkd.in/gUcSVZ_V. (2) This Indiana highway can wirelessly charge electric cars and trucks as they drive. https://lnkd.in/gtPF-stN. (3) New Highway Will Charge Electric Vehicles as They Drive on It. https://lnkd.in/gT5y5TiW. (4) Building the first highway segment in the U.S. that can charge electric .... https://lnkd.in/gTF-_R_P.

While 50% of car sales by 2025 maybe be EVs, it’s important to examine how this may affect public transportation. Focusing too much on the EV revolution may steal the thunder from the transformation of urban planning to reduce less reliance on cars. In particular, less spending on fuel will result in local and federal governments collecting less tax, meaning they will have less resources for public transport spending. It’s important to acknowledge the benefits of EVs but also the various impacts they will have on wider mobility. #EV #Mobility

Interesting perspective on the potential hidden costs of electric vehicles… This article raises a valid concern about the weight of EVs and its potential impact on infrastructure. How long until we see the weight of EVs as a factor in the collapse of a parking structure? #ElectricVehicles #Infrastructure #Sustainability

I give credit to the Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm, for getting out on the road to experience life with an EV firsthand, talking to people at Town Hall meetings along the way. "She often put up a photo of New York City in 1900, full of horses and carriages, with a single car. Then another slide: 'Thirteen years later, same street. All these cars. Can you spot the horse?'" We are living through a massive change in transporation that hasn't been seen in a long, long time. Complex with lots of interrelated parts that aren't neatly tied up right now? Absolutely. But EVs are likely to grow and merge onto the highways and byways of America more and more. The investment and momentum are strong. Smart people are working on many of the issues raised in this story. Battery range will improve, new battery materials are in development, more chargers will be installed where they are needed, and skilled technicians will keep that equipment updated and operating. I have seen and learned about some of this work firsthand. A lot of the sensationalized hype is just that and this conversation is bound to look very different in 3-5 years. #evehicles #futuremobility

The number of electric vehicles in communities will only increase based on where the auto market is heading (a good thing since EVs are a critical pathway to decarbonizing transportation). Sioux Falls is working to understand EV projections and prepare for growth so we are ready to support this sustainable transportation and remain investible. Learn more in the article below. https://lnkd.in/d_4h6r7M #electricvehicles #EVs #decarbonization

Take a guess What’s the #1 reason people give for not wanting an EV? It’s called Range Anxiety - the concern of getting stranded if the battery dies in the middle of nowhere. Indiana has come up with a plan to change this, or charge this. The DoT and Purdue University have installed the first pilot for a wireless system that would charge vehicles while driving. Think a wireless cell phone charger, but built into the road. Not a bad step for the “Crossroads of America”. Beyond your personal commute, this technology may have the most potential for long-haul trucks. It won’t be open for public use for at least another year, and there are still many kinks to work out (like who pays for your car’s charge), but it is an exciting development. What do you think about the new “electric roads” idea? Comment below! https://lnkd.in/gqD5iJb7 #EVs #energytransition #batteries

A Milestone for Mobility: Detroit's Wireless Charging Road! Attention the EV, construction, and battery industries: Detroit's pioneering electric road is leading us toward an electrifying future. This innovative quarter-mile stretch, equipped with wireless charging via magnetic resonance, is reshaping our approach to EV infrastructure. Tackling range anxiety head-on and opening new doors for sustainable transport solutions. 🤝 Beyond the technology, this project heralds a significant shift in the workforce. Emerging are new skills, jobs, and training opportunities in green tech, advanced manufacturing, and eco-friendly infrastructure. This is about more than just roads; it's about paving a path to a sustainable, skilled workforce for the future. The road ahead is electric and full of promise. Are you ready to join in shaping this exciting journey? #electrification #ev #futureworkforce

Seattle Needs To Charge Up For Electric Trucks And Buses, Says New Study Seattle’s roads are poised for a clean revolution, but a new report warns the city needs to prepare its charging infrastructure for a surge of electric buses, delivery trucks, and other commercial vehicles. The International Council on Clean Transportation (ICCT) released a study titled “Powering Seattle Fleets: A Charging Infrastructure Strategy for Battery Electric Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicles.” It predicts a dramatic rise in electric medium- and heavy-duty vehicles (MHDVs) by 2040, driven by falling battery costs and stricter environmental regulations. This shift presents a challenge for Seattle City Light, the city’s electric utility. The ICCT report highlights the need […] - https://lnkd.in/dXe3xFmu #automotive #evs #ev #electricmobility #emobility #ebikes #fleets #evfleet #evnews #autonews #electricvehicles #electricvehicle #automotiveindustry #automotivejobs #cleantech #cleanenergy #hydrogen #lithium #evbattery #sustainability #climatechange #electricbuses #electrictrucks #electricvehicles #ev #evchargingstation #internationalcounciloncleantransportation #seattle #usa