Anatomy of Large Public Utility Push for Electric Vehicles

The EV, electric vehicle, is being pushed by the largest public utility in the U.S., the Tennessee Valley Authority.

Here’s the info:

• Estimating that at least 200,000 EVs will be operating in its 7-state region by 2028
• Their partners in the EV push:
  • state and local governments
  • power companies
  • car manufacturers
  • service stations
  • environmentalists to promote that EV adoptions means cleaner air, climate action, and economic benefits for local communities
• TVA is revamping its rates so that new power rates improve the price of fast-charging stations 
• looking at ways to promote or even add and operate more rapid-charging stations

Chattanooga Times Press Press | Tennessee Utility Aims for 200,000 Electric Vehicles by 2028