| | | | | | Opportunities and problems often go hand in hand, and public electric vehicle (EV) charging is no exception. One big opportunity is the $5 billion U.S. National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, which is funding 500,000 EV chargers at locations such as rural interstate travel stops. It’s a major reason why the research firm Wood... |
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| | | | The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation recently celebrated reaching 200,000 public charging ports available nationwide. According to the press release, the national network is well ahead of schedule to meet the Biden-Harris Administration’s goal of 500,000 chargers by 2030. |
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| | | | As the world of transportation changes and EVs become more prevalent, it is important that a nationwide charging infrastructure is in place that is both reliable and safe for consumers to utilize. For electrical professionals working in these spaces, incorporating the most current NFPA codes and standards as part of ongoing installations and maintenance... |
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| | | | Designing effective EVCI requires careful planning and a forward-thinking approach to accommodate future growth. Go a step further by leveraging smart technologies, integrating renewable energy sources, and ensuring interoperability and cybersecurity, to create a resilient and scalable EV charging network that will meet the demands of today and tomorrow... |
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| | | | The International Energy Agency launched Task 53 to improve interoperability of bidirectional charging. |
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| | | We're back with a new “Editor’s Choice: Top Product Picks” gallery. This month features a new selection of the industry's latest product innovations, chosen by the editors of EC&M. Click through the following six slides to see the latest and greatest products from various categories, such as cable fittings, load centers, tape lights, and more! |
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| | | Like any new technology, the rapid expansion of EV infrastructure comes with a steep learning curve. It also raises several important questions: What’s the most effective way to avoid downtime? How can teams assure compliance with industry standards and regulations? What kinds of safety precautions should workers follow? |
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| | | Understanding these key points is essential for electrical professionals tasked with maintaining safer residences, businesses, and communities. |
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| | | Test your NEC holiday lighting knowledge with this quiz and enter for a chance to win a $25 gift card to Amazon! |
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| | | Back-to-back powerful hurricanes have produced yet another stress test for the United States electrical grid, perhaps kicking the urgency of finding long-term remedies for deficiencies up another notch. |
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| | | Efforts to deploy repair programs have begun as more EV drivers encounter problems at charging stations. |
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