Key to More EV Chargers: Fair Competition + Private Investment

What is happening? Mitigating Demand Charges is said to be key for private investment in EV chargers. According to UtilityDive New Hampshire + 2 Dozen states have have taken action to mitigate demand charges.

Why is this important? Because of the higher electric cost during peak hours, i.e. “demand charges”, a bipartisan group of US Senators say that ” private businesses are often charged the cost of electricity that exceeds an equivalent of $33 per gallon of gas”

How will this be important? Another hinderance- is utilities installing EV chargers, can add the EV chargers to their rate base, which private investment sees as counter to free market.

Real Clear Energy | To Increase EV Chargers, Fair Competition and Private Sector Investment Is Key