Since the City launched the PowerUp Pasadena campaign in 2018, Pasadena has offered some of the most generous rebates to purchase/lease new or used EVs throughout the state. PWP has more than doubled the installation of public EV charging infrastructure within Pasadena in the past year and a half, and received the distinction of having the highest percentage of EV drivers among all southern California electric utilities.
The fast chargers make it possible for EV drivers to charge up and add up to 100 miles in less than 30 minutes. Within its first months of operation, the Plaza captured more than 7,000 charging sessions per month.
Installation was funded in part by grants from the California Energy Commission and South Coast Air Quality Management District, as well as revenue from the state’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard program. This allowed for the completion of the entire project without the use of rate-payer dollars, according to the city.
To promote the plaza’s development, there is currently no fee to charge on the City’s 20 fast chargers, and to support restaurant takeout service during COVID-19 recovery, the plaza is temporarily offering a 20-minute grace period.
According to ww5.cityofpasadena.net; greencarreports.com. Source of photo: internet
