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1M ago
New Jersey Bill S3102
Approved by the Governor: 1/16/2024.
New Jersey bill S3102 Establishes uptime requirement for electric vehicle charging station incentive programs.
This statute directs the Board of Public Utilities (BPU) to establish a requirement, as a condition of providing any incentive for the installation of electric vehicle service equipment pursuant to P.L.2019, c.362 (C.48:25-1 et seq.) or any other State law, that the station is operational at least 97 percent of the time, as measured on an annual basis. The law also directs the BPU to develop and implement a process to establi ..read more
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1M ago
Economic Matters Committee – March 6, 2024
The following is a transcript of my testimony to the Maryland Economic Matters Committee in support of HB 1028, “Business Regulation – Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment – Regulations for Retail Use.” This legislation would require the Comptroller to adopt regulations for the retail use of electric vehicle supply equipment in the State that include requiring an uptime of 97% and establishing civil penalties for non-compliance with the regulations.
To build trust in electric vehicles, reliable charging and transparent pricing are essential.
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2M ago
Potomac Edison owned and operated EV charging station at Shafer Park in Boonsboro, MD. Located a few blocks from the main street, this Level 2 ChargePoint station is a short walk from dining, coffee and downtown shops. Stop here for a boost on your trip along the Old National Pike (Rt. 40).
Location
Address: 60 Park Drive, Boonsboro, Maryland 21713
County: Washington
Facility Type: Public Park
Coordinates: 39.50707, -77.65561
Directions: In the parking lot at the southern side of Shafer Park on Park Drive.
Map Link: OpenStreetMap
Technical
Connector Type: J1772
Power & Qty: 6.6 kW, x ..read more
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3M ago
Comments to California Air Resources Board (CARB)
The California Air Resources Board (CARB) will hold a public meeting to consider a staff assessment of Electrify America’s Cycle 4 Zero Emission Vehicle Investment Plan on January 25, 2024. The Board will then decide whether to approve or disapprove the plan.
I submitted the following comments to the California Air Resources Board:
To: cotb@arb.ca.gov
January 23, 2024
Re: 24-1-2: Electrify America’s Proposed Cycle 4 Zero Emission Vehicle Investment Plan
Dear California Air Resources Board,
I am writing as a concerned advocate for electric vehi ..read more
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3M ago
Point 50 EVgo Charging Station in Fairfax, Virginia. Located at 10334 Fairfax Blvd. This 200 kW DC fast charger station is in the northeast corner of the shopping center parking lot. The Point 50 retail center is located off Route 50.
Location
Address: 10334 Fairfax Blvd., Fairfax, Virginia 22030
County: Fairfax
Facility Type: Shopping Center
Coordinates: 38.860855, -77.303957
Directions: In parking area for the Point 50 retail shopping area.
Map Link: OpenStreetMap
Technical
Connector Type: CCS and CHAdeMO
Power & Qty: 200 kW, x2
Total Site Power: 200 kW
Access
Network: EVgo
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3M ago
31 Tesla Superchargers Added in the Washington, DC Area During 2023
In 2023, Tesla made significant additions to its Supercharger network in the greater Washington, DC area, introducing a total of 31 new sites—an increase from the 19 added in the previous year.
In September, Easton, MD Supercharger opened to non-Tesla vehicles following a retrofit of MagicDocks. Annapolis, MD expanded to 16 stalls in June, incorporating eight 250 kW stalls alongside the existing eight 150 kW spots.
Springfield, VA witnessed a transformation as the original 150 kW stalls were replaced. A new 20-stall location ..read more
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3M ago
Volta Charging at the Giant Food store at 7200 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD. These two Level 2 stations are in the parking lot of the Giant grocery and are available for public use during store hours (6AM – 10PM).
Location
Address: 7200 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, MD 21045
County: Howard
Facility Type: Shopping Center
Coordinates: 39.186207, -76.842317
Directions: In parking area by Giant Food store.
Map Link: OpenStreetMap
Technical
Connector Type: J1772
Power & Qty: 6.6 kW, x2
Total Site Power: 13.2 kW
Access
Network: Volta
Availability: Public
Hours: Open during store hours
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3M ago
10170 Junction Drive EV Charging in Annapolis Junction, MD. This Level 2 Blink station is located in the parking lot of an office building near The Coffeehouse (Open 7AM – 4PM, Sat 9AM – 2PM, Closed Sunday), and Notch 8 Brewery.
Location
Address: 10170 Junction Dr, Annapolis Junction, Maryland 20701
County: Howard
Facility Type: Office Building
Coordinates: 39.124787, -76.793449
Directions: In parking area for the , SE corner.
Map Link: OpenStreetMap
Technical
Connector Type: J1772
Power & Qty: 6.6 kW, x2
Total Site Power: 13.2 kW
Access
Network: Blink
Availability: Public
Hours:&nbs ..read more
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3M ago
PlugInSites is tracking electric vehicle related legislation in Maryland as well as certain EV related bills in a few other states.
Maryland General Assembly Convenes on January 10, 2024
The 2024 Legislative Session in Maryland begins on Wednesday, January 10th and will adjourn on Monday April 8th.
Maryland General Assembly 2024 Operations
Consult the MGA website for details on the 2024 Senate and House of Delegates operations.
Environment and Transportation Committee Witness Guidelines
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3M ago
A Tesla Supercharger has recently opened in the garage at Metro Centre, located at 10500 Grand Central Ave, Owings Mills, Maryland.
Featuring 12 charging stalls with a maximum rating of 250 kW, the Supercharger is conveniently situated on the west side of the 2nd floor within the parking garage.
Positioned adjacent to the Owings Mills Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library and the Metro Crossing Apartments, this Supercharger is in a strategic location in the neighborhood with easy access from the street.
The completion of this Supercharger, taking over eight months, longer than usual ..read more