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San Francisco Residents Gain Control Over EV Charging Infrastructure
WHY IT MATTERS
This development could lead to a more equitable distribution of EV charging infrastructure, benefiting residents who previously had limited access to charging options in their neighborhoods.
What happened
San Francisco has introduced a citywide curbside EV charging program, allowing companies to install public chargers in neighborhoods across the city. Residents can now choose where these chargers are located, potentially increasing accessibility and convenience for electric vehicle owners.
The program aims to provide a clear path for charger installation, but details on the selection process and charger specifications remain unclear.
It is uncertain how the program will be managed and maintained, but the city's goal is to increase the availability of public charging stations.
PRIMARY SOURCES
San Francisco residents can now choose where EV curbside chargers go
Electrek · Michelle Lewis · Discovery only; publisher copyright terms apply