Why Adopt PEVs?

摘要

Austin Energy explores the value and challenges in deploying plug-in electric vehicle infrastructure. When Austin Energy launched its plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) program and led a regional effort, the Texas River Cities Plug-In Electric Vehicle Initiative, the utility had to address some critical questions: What drives a community to adopt PEVs, and how does an electric utility prepare for PEVs in its service territory? What unique infrastructure challenges must the utility address? And, what are the realistic financial opportunities today and in the future in providing PEV charging infrastructure?