The U.S. government announced the approval of $46.5 million for 30 projects in 16 states to boost electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.
Another goal is to support equitable access to clean transportation solutions and increase the clean energy workforce. Among the important measures of Joe Biden’s administration is to build a nationwide network of 500,000 public EV charging ports and achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
In that vein, U.S. Secretary of Energy, Jennifer M. Granholm, explained that the U.S. investment agenda supports building affordable and reliable electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
“Today’s funding helps propel the nation toward a clean and equitable transportation future, one that energizes local economies and builds more resilient communities,” she stressed.
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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg noted that the White House’s focus is on ensuring that America wins the electric vehicle race.
“These funds are part of that mission, helping to grow our new auto economy with electric vehicles and electric vehicle chargers made in America by American workers,” he said.
The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program, in partnership with other institutions, are investing $7.5 billion to build a national electric vehicle.
The $46.5 million announcement, to be executed by the Joint Office, builds on federal funding in Biden’s agenda to make targeted investments in areas that require critical attention.
The projects support clean transportation and school bus deployment. Part of the plans will help increase charger reliability by providing funds to validate and test charging equipment.
It will also seek to promote new business models for electrified shared mobility and fleet-based services, and increase opportunities for underserved communities through new jobs and training resources.
Latam Mobility in North America
Latam Mobility, Latin America’s largest sustainable mobility community, will arrive in Monterrey on February 8 with the “North America Mobility and Net Zero Summit 2024”.
The meeting will bring together industry leaders, major automotive manufacturers and prominent representatives from the public sector, who will offer perspectives and projects on sustainable mobility in Mexico and the region.
Participation and ticket information here
