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Tesla NACS might be required in Washington state

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Washington state is considering mandating Tesla’s North American Charging Standard (NACS), following in Texas’ footsteps. Tesla NACS has also gained support from other EV charging providers , such as XCHARGE and Blink Charging. Now Washington State might do the same.

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What are the investment opportunities in the Alternative Fuel Corridor Program?

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Charging facilities and electric vehicle development are positively correlated, and the only way to drive better growth of electric vehicles is to network and scale the construction of charging facilities. Alternative Fuel Corridor. Ready means that the corridor has adequate charging and fueling capability.

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NREL report shows EV charging stations continued strong growth in early 2020

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of the necessary Level 2 and DC fast EV charging equipment (EVSE), respectively, required to meet projected demand in 2030, have been installed as of Q1 2020. A map of the United States showing Vermont with the most EV charging stations per 100,000 people, at 105, followed by California at 64, Washington, D.C. Hawaii at 47.7,

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First round of $700M in funding from $2.5B Charging and Fueling Infrastructure program opens

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billion Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program has opened. EV chargers constructed with CFI funds must adhere to those same standards, a requirement that supports a consistent charging experience for users and ensures that the national charging network is convenient, reliable and Made in America.

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DOT and DOE announce nearly $5B over 5 years for new national EV charging network; $615M in FY2022

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The US Departments of Transportation and Energy announced nearly $5 billion that will be made available under the new National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program to build out a national electric vehicle charging network. These corridors will be the backbone of the new national EV charging network. Washington.

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Ground breaks on Washington West Coast Electric Highway

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Officials from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT); Bellingham, Wash. The state’s first public DC fast-charging station is located in the Bellingham’s Sehome Village Shopping Center. Earlier post.) —state Transportation Secretary Paula Hammond. Earlier this year, WSDOT selected AeroVironment Inc.

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Where to Start with EV Charging for Convenience Stores & Truck Stops

Blink Charging

Convenience stores and truck stops are in a fantastic position to take advantage of available federal funding for DC fast charging stations. Here’s what you need to know installing EV charging stations at your c-store or truck stop. Hosts can choose their preferred electrician or select one of Blink’s installation partners.

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