Did you know that nearly a third of U.S. households face an uphill climb to drive and benefit from an EV simply because they live in multifamily housing? This is not only a climate and public health issue, it’s also an equity one. Research shows that access to reliable, convenient, and affordable EV charging is one of the biggest factors for consumers considering buying or leasing an EV. But are public charging networks sufficient to meet needs for those without at-home charging? How do different cities stack up when it comes to public charging? And what actions should policymakers take to ensure a smooth road ahead? In this episode of Electrify This! host Sara Baldwin speaks with Ingrid Malmgren, Senior Director of Policy with Plug in America, to discuss the state of EV charging for people living in multifamily housing, key findings from new Energy Innovation research, and innovative approaches states and cities are taking to solving the EV charging gap. Tune in today to learn more!

Guest Bios: 

Ingrid has over a decade of experience advancing sustainable energy and transportation electrification through research, utility regulatory proceedings, and legislative advocacy. She began to focus on EVs in 2015, working to demonstrate the benefits of EVs to consumers, utilities, public health, the economy, the environment, energy security, and the electric grid. Before joining Plug In America, she worked as a senior analyst at Cadmus Group, a lobbyist in the Vermont Statehouse, and a transportation policy manager at Vermont Energy Investment Corporation.

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