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NEW V2G project in Fresno, CA! Nuvve Holding Corp.'s expansive three-acre energy project in Fresno features a solar farm, solar canopies, and 56 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. This ambitious project is supported by a $16M grant from the Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (Fresno EOC). See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gAua-jaY The project will integrate Nuvve’s cutting-edge vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, which allows EVs to draw from and supply power to the grid. This bidirectional energy flow aids in balancing supply and demand, enhancing grid stability and efficiency. EOC is transitioning its gas vehicles to a 50-shuttle electric fleet. About 80% of the workforce will be sourced from Fresno. Fresno EOC’s workforce training program will provide education on energy and solar projects, creating more skilled professionals in the sustainable energy sector. The Fresno Economic Opportunities Commission (EOC) improves the lives of underserved populations in Fresno, by overseeing more than 35 human services programs. Nuvve co-founder and CEO Gregory Poilasne, Fresno EOC Board Chairman Oliver Baines and Emilia Reyes, Fresno EOC CEO, spoke about the groundbreaking project. Taken together, EVs, renewable energy, and Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) create the perfect power implementation, providing the most eco-friendly, cost-effective solution, while stabilizing the grid. V2G provides power when and where its needed, for example preventing blackouts during peak usage, with EVs acting as mobile power units. Nuvve Holding Corp., Fermata Energy and others are leading this exciting new technology through an ever-growing implementation nationwide. It is also growing fast throughout the world. Some worry that with the ever-increasing numbers of EVs hitting the roads every year, that the grid can't handle the additional power needed. Last year, the grid did just fine, with usage actually decreasing mostly due to the meteoric rise of more efficient, Energy Star approved appliances. V2G is one of the solutions that allows flexibility and support to the grid when needed. It is also instrumental in the leveraging of renewable energy, making the best use of clean power while avoiding the burning of more fossil fuels. However, V2G is just the tip of the iceberg. V2X, or Vehicle-to-Everything, encompasses a variety of use cases, including vehicle-to-grid (V2G), vehicle-to-home (V2H), vehicle-to-building (V2B), vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-load (V2L) services. Nearly every EV available today either has some form of V2X available, or their makers are planning to implement it soon. Homeowners now enjoy power during blackouts with V2H. Campers run electronic devices with V2L. EVs can charge other EVs, a solution preventing stranded drivers. EVinfo.net is proud to support the green energy transition with thought-leading, original articles and interviews: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 #v2g #electricvehicles

GM’s Cadillac LYRIQ is 2024’s BIGGEST EV Success Story. An unlikely EV to win this crown for sure. But looking into the vehicle's capabilities and features, we are impressed. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gYkYCWcw The all-electric Cadillac LYRIQ, produced by General Motors, was the clear winner so far in 2024, with an astounding 499.2% YOY (year-over-year) sales for Q1. Cadillac sold 13,094 units by the end of Q2 2024, with a 465.4% YoY YTD sales. Cadillac had a 2.2 segment share for Q2 and YTD. Built on GM’s Ultium advanced electric vehicle platform, it comes equipped with a 102-kilowatt-hour battery pack. LYRIQ RWD: 340 HP (255 kW), Range: EPA-estimated 314 miles. LYRIQ AWD: 500 HP (373 kW), Range: EPA-estimated 307 miles. See our article for all the impressive features. You may be saying the luxury EV market is highly saturated, and "why should I care about an electric Cadillac?" EVinfo.net's mission is to promote EV adoption in the US and around the globe, by sharing information that encourages adoption, while truthfully reporting early adoption struggles, to make adoption easier for new adopters. That being said, I personally don't ever see myself driving a Cadillac. A better fit for me would be a Chevy Bolt, as it fulfills basic wants: Smaller (more eco-friendly and cheaper to operate), low cost (helping EV adoption as a whole, addressing those who can't afford most of today's EVs), while fast and fun to drive. The first-generation Bolt suffered from slow charging as its biggest downside. However, the new and improved 2025 Bolt solves this problem and puts GM on the road to winning big in the EV market. We are eager to try it out. The luxury EV market is highly saturated, as its clear there are a wide variety of high-priced EVs including Tesla, Mercedes, Porsche, Maserati, BMW, Audi, Lotus, Polestar, and more, topped by the extravagant all-electric Rolls-Royce Spectre. While our preference is for small, low cost EVs, we recognize that the market has an EV for everyone, and this is important. No driver should be left out, whether you have $13K to spend on a used Bolt, or $422k for a new RR Spectre. Cadillac is among the first automotive brands in the world, established in 1902. It was named after Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac (1658–1730), who founded Detroit, Michigan. The Cadillac crest is based on his coat of arms. By the time General Motors purchased the company in 1909, Cadillac had already established itself as one of America's premier luxury car makers. EVinfo.net proudly serves our amazing EV industry colleagues, making the world a better place and fighting climate change, providing cleaner air and a brighter future for all. See our services: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 What do you think? Would you buy a Cadillac EV? Why or why not? #electricvehicles #cadillac

Chinese electric semi truck startup Windrose Technology announced plans to set up a U.S. assembly plant for its semi-trucks, with a planned US delivery from 2025. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gJp_k8ye Windrose is set to establish a U.S. assembly plant in Georgia, marking a significant step in expanding its operations to better serve its American customers. The new facility has been secured and will be responsible for assembling chassis and other vehicle parts that are manufactured in China. This strategic move is aimed at catering to the majority of Windrose’s existing order book, which consists of 6,400 trucks, predominantly ordered by U.S. buyers. Over the next three years, Windrose plans to manufacture and deliver these trucks, positioning itself to meet the growing demand in the American market. However, the company’s CEO, Wen Han, has not disclosed the specific investment amount for the U.S. plant nor provided detailed information on the exact number of orders originating from U.S. buyers. EVinfo.net spoke with Windrose Technology CEO Wen Han. Han said: “It is in everyone’s interest to be building a truly global EV product as well as supply chain. Despite geo-political tensions, we’d like help build up an EV ecosystem in both Europe and the U.S., and Belgium in Europe and Georgia in the United States are both top ports with promising business environments." In Han’s interview with Reuters, Han said: “The U.S. market is friendly towards Chinese heavy electric trucks based on the fact that the tariffs on imported trucks are much lower than those on cars.” Han continued, “Many of our clients are U.S. firms, for example, Nike… and we can serve them in their home market.” EVinfo.net believes the US/China tariffs are a mistake. All of our automotive expert contacts agree, including Tu Le and Bill Russo. The Windrose US plant will be groundbreaking as the first major investment on US soil by a China-based heavy-duty EV startup. China's BYD has grown to become the largest battery electric bus manufacturer in North America, with more than 750 employees in its Lancaster, CA plant, since delivering its first electric bus from Lancaster in 2014. EVinfo.net is proud to serve our amazing EV industry colleagues with sponsored articles and interviews: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 What's your opinion? Do you support the new Windrose plant in Georgia? Why or why not? #electricsemis #china

V2G is revolutionizing the world's energy industry. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) EVGrid Assist initiative released important guidance, "The Future of Vehicle Grid Integration: Harnessing the Flexibility of EV Charging." See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gkH5hiQ7 Establishing a unified vision for vehicle grid integration (VGI) is vital, as it will guide stakeholders in leveraging the full potential of EVs and ensuring a cohesive and efficient transition. V2G technology paints a promising picture for the future of renewable energy and optimizing the grid's energy flow. While bi-directional charging and V2G technology both offer solutions for managing energy flow, it’s crucial to distinguish between the two. Bi-directional charging refers to the process that allows for two-way energy transfer; charging the electric vehicle’s battery (from the grid) and discharging it (back to the grid or another source). On the other hand, V2G technology primarily focuses on the discharging aspect, facilitating the transfer of energy from the EV’s battery back to the power grid. In addition to V2G, another key term often discussed in the context of bi-directional charging is V2X, or Vehicle-to-Everything. This broad term encompasses a variety of use cases, including vehicle-to-home (V2H), vehicle-to-building (V2B), and vehicle-to-load (V2L) services. An electrified transportation system can benefit all Americans. Seamless VGI is crucial to achieving this goal and maximizing benefits for electricity system users and EV drivers. VGI refers to the full suite of grid infrastructure, hardware, and software controls, and the corresponding markets and regulations that enable widespread adoption of electric vehicles in a way that supports the needs of both EV drivers and the grid. VGI supports the transition to cost-effective decarbonized transportation while also supporting the decarbonization of other sectors (e.g., buildings, industry, electricity), and further enhancing grid reliability and resilience. We highly recommend downloading and reading DOE's guidance. The document lays out a shared vision for a beneficial, EV-integrated future where EVs are safely and securely connected, reliably served, and harmonized with the grid. While there is work ahead to develop pathways to success, identify opportunities for standardization, build business models, and accelerate VGI deployment, technological achievements and completed pilot projects demonstrate that the vision is achievable. The idea of EVs providing energy when and where it is needed, has been proven in the United States through various pilot programs by Fermata Energy, Nuvve Holding Corp. and others. See EVinfo.net's V2G section for more: https://lnkd.in/gSAFgKZx EVinfo.net offers thought-leading, original EV articles and interviews to our EV industry colleagues: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 #evcharging #v2g

Full service EV charging stations GROWING FAST! Rivian, Electrify America, and more have already opened. An exciting new company, Getaway Space Inc, is seeking investors. Rove Operating, LLC is opening this summer. Rivian is the latest to open a full service EV charging station this week. In the charming, historic gold rush town of Groveland, California, Rivian has revitalized an abandoned gas station to create their first Charging Outpost. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/g_JgNzAw Thanks to a partnership with US Solar, Rivian's building is a Net Zero Energy Building, generating as much power as it consumes.  It is a showcase for sustainable practices of all kinds, proving a highly commendable concern for the earth’s fragile environment. Rove plans to bring full-service charging to EV drivers throughout Southern California. Conveniently located off the I-5 at the corner of E 17th Street and Lincoln Ave in Santa Ana California, Rove’s first full-service electric vehicle charging center will pair DC fast charger plugs with modern amenities all in one place. Opening Summer 2024, this facility is designed to offer a seamless and comfortable experience for EV drivers. Getaway Space Inc is the newest company to offer full-service EV charging. The company plans to open a location in Los Angeles, CA, in the fourth quarter of 2024. The location will offer 40 ultra-fast chargers, and will be open 24 hours a day. The company plans to run a Reg CF crowdfunding investment in Q4-2024. In February 2024, Electrify America, the largest open DC fast-charging network in the U.S., announced the opening of its first indoor flagship station available to the public at 928 Harrison St. in San Francisco, California. Located two blocks from the Bay Bridge, the indoor charging station provides easy access for EV drivers visiting the South Market (SoMa) neighborhood. It features 20 hyper-fast chargers providing up to 350 kilowatts (kW) of charging power. Liz Guerrero, Senior Director of Environments at Rivian, Jeffrey Toon, Co-Founder & Chief Development Officer, Rove Operating, LLC, Steve Kuh, CEO at Getaway Space, and Robert Barrosa, president and CEO of Electrify America, spoke about their innovative full service EV charging stations. As the EV revolution grows, full service EV charging stations are a natural evolution. For too long, EV charging has been relegated to dark, back corners of lonely parking lots. Early EV adopters faced waiting for their vehicles to charge, without nearby open restrooms or opportunities to purchase food and drinks. These full service stations solve those problems, enriching the EV driver’s experience. EVinfo.net is proud to offer compelling articles and interviews to our amazing EV industry colleagues. We promote your EV industry business: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 #evcharging

Partnerships are key to the EV revolution, as Starbucks and Mercedes-Benz AG announced expanding the Mercedes EV charging network, at more than 100 Starbucks stores across the country. See the article on EVinfo.net: https://lnkd.in/gR8VPVKd This is another example of the incredible opportunities currently available for EV charging investments. "Dwell time" is the time that EV drivers wait for their vehicles to be recharged, and smart business owners are monetizing this time by offering EV charging at their locations. In April, the International Energy Agency (IEA) estimated that US sales of fully electric vehicles (EVs) will soar to 2.5 million in 2025. As more EV drivers hit the roads, offering EV charging at a location becomes more and more attractive. This opens a whole new customer segment the participating businesses didn't have before. EV drivers find the EV chargers typically through apps, and having a chance to charge and buy things like coffee or snacks at the same time is a benefit for both the EV driver and participating business, such as Starbucks. If you are interested in this tremendous business opportunity, we recommend two steps. Examine research by Stable Auto showing that EV charger utilization is up, which means more states across the U.S. are reaching the threshold for profitability: https://lnkd.in/ggRvFWgH Contrary to outdated beliefs, charger utilization rates have surged, particularly for L3 (DCFC), marking a remarkable 58% increase in the last 11 months, growing from an average of 11.4% in April 2023 to 18.1% in March 2024. Stable offers services to help EV charging station owners pick the best locations through extensive use of real-world data. Next, contact leading EV charging installer Automotive Charging Solutions (ACS). Every property has its own unique features and requirements for adding EV charging. ACS will answer all of your questions: https://acsgo.net/ Michael Kobori (he/him), Starbucks chief sustainability officer, and  Andrew Cornelia, CEO of Mercedes-Benz High-Power Charging, spoke about the historic, game-changing partnership. Starbucks locations on the I-5 route will feature Alpitronic Hypercharger 400 EV chargers, which are equipped with NACS cables and have the capability to charge electric vehicles with a wide voltage range. In December 2023, Volvo and Starbucks announced a collaboration to install fifty DC fast chargers, co-branded by Volvo Cars and Starbucks, at fifteen Starbucks locations along a 1,350-mile route between the Denver area and Seattle. For Volvo owners, the process is made even more seamless with the car’s integrated ChargePoint app. EVinfo.net offers original EV articles and interviews to our amazing EV industry colleagues, who make the world a better place: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 #evcharging

EV Charging GROWING FAST! At EVinfo.net, we frequently say mass EV adoption is on the way, because EV prices and charging times are dropping, while range and charging infrastructure are increasing. Well, here's how EV charging is growing fast. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gJk85wHx Bloomberg reported America’s “charging deserts” continued to vanish quickly in Q2 . In the second quarter of 2024, America’s electric vehicle (EV) charging network expanded rapidly, as a diverse range of networks activated 704 new public fast-charging stations, bringing the nationwide total to nearly 9,000. This represents a significant 9% increase over a three-month period, according to a Bloomberg Green analysis of U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) data. As of July 18, 2024, the DOE’s Alternative Fuels Data Center reported 10,493 DC Fast stations, 55,847 Level 2 stations, and 184 Level 1 stations, for a total of 65,067. At the current pace, public fast-charging sites in the United States are set to outnumber gas stations in approximately eight years. However, the momentum behind the deployment of these chargers is expected to accelerate even further. North American operators are projected to spend a collective $6.1 billion on charging infrastructure this year, which is nearly double their investment from 2023, according to BloombergNEF estimates. This annual expenditure is anticipated to double once more by 2030. Sara Rafalson, executive vice president at EVgo, Sam Houston, senior vehicles analyst at the Union of Concerned Scientists, and EVgo Chief Executive Officer Badar Khan spoke about the tremendous growth of EV charging. Charging stations are now getting busy enough to start generating profits. At the end of Q1 2024, the average US fast-charging station was in use 18% of the time, equating to nearly 5 hours a day, according to Stable Auto. This utilization rate surpasses the estimated 15% usage threshold required for a charging station to be profitable. See Stable Auto's article: https://lnkd.in/ggRvFWgH The second-quarter surge in new EV chargers was significantly driven by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula program. The NEVI program has faced criticism from EV critics saying the rollouts are happening too slowly. EV expert Loren McDonald, CEO of EVAdoption, explained the reasons for the delays. The lack of EV charging has been one of the biggest barriers to EV adoption, and is going away quickly. All of the other barriers are also getting fixed, with work from a wide variety of stakeholders. International Energy Agency (IEA) estimated that US sales of fully electric vehicles will soar to 2.5 million in 2025. EVinfo.net proudly serves our EV industry colleagues and partners, who make the world a better place. See our services: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 #evcharging

ANOTHER All-electric, historic first! The crown for the nation's first  fully electric residential refuse collection fleet goes to the forward-thinking city of Louisville, Colorado. By replacing traditional diesel-powered trucks with electric vehicles, the city aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, decrease noise pollution, and contribute to a cleaner, healthier environment for its residents. Efforts like this also contribute to fighting global climate change. Republic Services, Inc., a leader in the waste and recycling industry, has been at the forefront of implementing sustainable practices. The company partnered with Louisville to roll out the all-electric fleet. Republic Services has its own bold and commendable climate goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 35% by 2030, and partnering with municipalities on fleet electrification will help the company achieve it. EVinfo.net had the great honor of speaking with C.J. Berg, Senior Manager, Operations Technology EV, at Republic Services. Berg spoke about the charging infrastructure in development with Xcel Energy, and more. Richard Coupland, III, Republic Services vice president of municipal services, also commented on the impressive achievement for sustainability. “We are so proud that Louisville will be the first city in the nation with a fully electric collection fleet,” said Mayor Chris Leh. The fleet serving Louisville will include four McNeilus Truck and Manufacturing, Inc. Volterra EVs, the industry’s first fully integrated electric recycling and waste trucks. Developed with insights from Republic Services, these trucks prioritize safety while producing zero tailpipe emissions. The  McNeilus Volterra EVs are impressive machines at the bleeding edge of new technology, featuring Automated braking, 360-degree cameras, Lane-departure sensors, and many more highly innovative features. Nearly every type of vehicle has been electrified in 2024. In February 2023, EVinfo.net reported that  Oshkosh Corporation announced that it had engineered and produced North America’s first fully integrated, electric refuse collection vehicle, creating a new category and bringing advanced technology to the refuse industry. EVinfo.net proudly serves the EV industry. Get your company or organization noticed with one of our sponsored articles or interviews: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 #electricvehicles What's your opinion? Who will be the next to announce a first all-electric fleet?

Toyota joined the Ionna EV charging network, in a huge win for EV adoption and BIG news in the EV industry. Many of our EV industry colleagues have given up on Toyota, as a slow mover into EVs so far. But EVinfo.net says don't count Toyota out yet. It still has a chance to lead. See EVinfo.net's article: https://lnkd.in/gTqZzs7e Toyota has announced its participation as a founding partner in the Ionna joint venture, joining a consortium of prominent automakers that includes BMW, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, and Stellantis. This partnership aims to advance innovation and collaboration within the EV industry to build out much-needed EV charging. Ionna has ambitious plans to install at least 30,000 charging ports across North America by 2030, with the public network set to begin opening later this year. The charging stations will be equipped with both North American Charging Standard (NACS) and Combined Charging System (CCS) connectors, ensuring compatibility for all battery electric vehicle drivers. In a strategic move, Ionna has selected Durham, North Carolina, as its global headquarters. My highly esteemed colleague John Voelcker released an insightful interview for Car and Driver Magazine with Ionna CEO Seth Cutler and CPO Ricardo Stamatti: https://lnkd.in/gnzxJwkw Could Ionna surpass other EV charging giants including Tesla's Superchargers, Electrify America, and EVgo? Toyota is making big moves to produce massive numbers of EVs in the US. Toyota's new $14 million facility in North Carolina will focus on producing batteries for EVs, creating more than 5,000 jobs. Toyota announced a $1.4 billion investment in preparing its Toyota Indiana facility, for the assembly of an all-new, three-row battery electric SUV. Akio Toyoda made the bold and shocking statement that he does not see battery electric vehicles ever reaching more than 30% market share, causing great controversy. The remaining 70%, Toyoda said, would be hybrids and hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles, with internal-combustion engine (ICE) vehicles remaining part of the remaining 70% indefinitely. Of course this statement was widely ignored as being highly dubious. Toyoda was replaced as CEO before this statement came out. Many of our colleagues say its too late for Toyota to be an EV leader, as for right now it has only one battery electric vehicle (BEV), a shameful and surprising accomplishment for a company of that size. However, remember that EV adoption in the US is still in the early adopter phase. Toyota's Corolla and RAV4 followed the Tesla Model Y as the world's best sellers in 2023. It knows how to produce and sell lots of vehicles, and that will translate to massive EV sales. Promote your EV industry business on EVinfo.net, stand out from the competition: https://lnkd.in/gH5Gdqb7 #toyota #evcharging