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Increasing the Number of Electric Trucks We Can Charge Through Flexible Service Connections
RMI analysis indicates that flexible service connections—agreements where charging sites curtail load during peak hours—can significantly increase the number of electric trucks the grid can support without costly infrastructure upgrades. Focusing on PG&E's territory in Northern California, the report finds that shifting just 1 megawatt of load can allow the majority of feeders to support 10 additional heavy-duty trucks.
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Electric trucks are a gamechanger if strong policy leads the way
This report by Energy Innovation argues that while zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) trucks have significant potential for greenhouse gas reductions and public health improvements, current adoption rates are insufficient to meet climate goals without more ambitious policy interventions.
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