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Plug in, San Fran! You’re taking charge with your new pilot program aimed at juicing up curbside electric vehicle stations. With only 1,000 chargers for the city’s eco-hustlers, you’re hoping to spark a revolution, aiming for 5,000 green energy pit-stops in the next decade. And let’s not forget about the renters and less wealthy folks – the plan isn’t just about going green, it’s about making sure the EV trend is within everyone’s reach.

San Francisco’s Pilot Program to Boost EV Charging

San Francisco is initiating a pilot program to increase curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging. They aim to make EVs a viable option for everyone, not just the wealthy, by providing accessible charging locations.

San Francisco Supervisor Rafael Mandelman recognizes the struggle many renters face if their buildings don’t have charging stations. He mentions that the city currently has about 1,000 publicly available chargers, but anticipates a need for around 5,000 in the future.

Mandelman believes that 1,500 of these anticipated chargers should be curbside ones. This pilot program is a stride towards achieving that goal.

The city is inviting EV charging providers to join the curbside pilot program via an online application. They report that last year, 37% of local new car sales were EVs or plug-in hybrids, underscoring the growing demand for charging infrastructure.

San Francisco resident Kate Brady, an electric car owner, emphasizes the importance of widespread charging stations to ensure that EVs are an option for people of diverse income levels and living situations. More chargers, she says, could broaden the reach of the electric trend.

Original Story at www.nbcbayarea.com