Latest Round of CFI Grants Will Expand Critical EV Charging Infrastructure in Florida
Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation announced nearly $5 billion in grant funding for various transportation initiatives, including $636 million of funding for 49 electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure projects in Round 2 of the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program.
Electric Highways and Harbors: How Florida and Georgia Can Lead on Medium- and Heavy-Duty (MHD) Vehicle and Port Electrification
On October 10, 2024, the EC hosted a workshop featuring engaging discussions and insightful panels on the future of port and medium- and heavy-duty (MHD) vehicle electrification in Georgia and Florida. Attendees had the opportunity to learn from industry experts, network with local partners, and hear about the latest advancements in zero-emission transportation technologies, contributing […]
An Electrifying Adventure in Charging at Marina Palms
In March, Electrification Coalition Business Council (ECBC) member ADS-TEC Energy invited the EC to attend and assist with the unveiling of the first deployment of its ChargeBox at Marina Palms, a multi-family residential condo in Miami, Florida.
Navigating Florida’s 2024 EV Legislation: Opportunities for the Sunshine State
Florida’s electric vehicle (EV) market stands out as a beacon of progress, leading the Southeast and ranking second in the nation in registrations.
Electrification Coalition: Governor DeSantis Vetoes Total Cost of Ownership Bill, Costing Florida Taxpayers $277 Million
Last week, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed SB 284, a bipartisan bill that would have required the state to conduct a total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to guide its purchase of fleet vehicles.
Florida Businesses Support EPA’s Proposed Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles
Twenty-one Florida businesses have signed a letter, alongside businesses from states nationwide, endorsing the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) proposed rule for Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3.
New Analysis: Florida Taxpayers Could Save $277 Million Via a ‘Total Cost of Ownership’ Approach to Vehicle Procurement
A new joint report from Advanced Energy United and the Electrification Coalition estimates up to $277 million in savings for Florida taxpayers when vehicles’ lifetime fuel and maintenance costs are considered.
Florida EV Education Day
On Monday, March 27, join the Electrification Coalition and partners for Electric Vehicle (EV) Education Day at the Courtyard at the Florida State Capitol Building in Tallahassee. The event will provide an opportunity to inform lawmakers about the industry’s growth and encourage the policies needed to continue Florida’s EV leadership. There will also be an EV […]
Saving Taxpayer Money on Florida’s Vehicle Fleet: Total Cost of Ownership Survey and Savings
As Florida policymakers consider ways to save taxpayer dollars and keep operating costs low in these turbulent economic times, one potential area for consideration is procurement of the state’s vehicle fleet, and how the state chooses which new vehicles to purchase for that fleet. By applying what is known as a total cost of ownership […]
The Shift From Gas to Grid: A Roundtable on Transportation Electrification in Rural Florida
On February 28, the EC convened local and state leaders for a roundtable discussion on vehicle electrification in rural Florida.
Big Rigs and Bites: A reception and panel on medium- and heavy-duty electric vehicles in Florida
On December 14, the Electrification Coalition hosted “Big Rigs and Bites,” a reception and panel in Amelia Island, Florida, held in advance of the 2022 Florida Automated Vehicles Summit. The event focused on the policy opportunities for electrifying medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, including trucks and buses. Attendees enjoyed networking and refreshments in addition to the panel discussion.
Electrification Coalition Applauds Florida for Submitting NEVI Plan to Build EV Charging Infrastructure
The Electrification Coalition (EC) applauds the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for submitting its National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) state plan.
EV Purchasing Collaborative: EV Leasing and Lessons Learned from Winter Park, FL
https://youtu.be/Jd0CELvsMZc On June 30, 2020, the Electrification Coalition held a webinar which highlights how Winter Park and other public fleets across the country are taking advantage of federal tax credits and reducing capital expenditures through one of the Collaborative’s vendors, D&M Leasing. The EC’s EV Purchasing Collaborative released a case study highlighting Winter Park, Florida’s experience […]
Municipal Fleet Electrification: A Case Study of Winter Park, FL
The EC recently released a new case study from the Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). This case study examines the factors leading to the City of Winter Park, Florida’s purchase of five all-electric fleet vehicles to be used by the City’s building inspectors. Utilizing the Collaborative’s competitive leasing prices on 2020 Nissan LEAFs, the […]