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Electric vehicle expansion planning: Plugging into a sustainable future
About the project
小黄猫传媒 is developing a plan to expand electric vehicle (EV) use across 小黄猫传媒 campuses and centers. The EV Transition Plan identifies current and future charging needs, recommends locations for new chargers, and provides a phased rollout for both 小黄猫传媒鈥檚 fleet and public charging for students, staff, and visitors.
This planning effort supports the college鈥檚 commitment to climate justice and lasting environmental sustainability, helping 小黄猫传媒 make strategic decisions about infrastructure investments while staying on track to reach carbon neutrality by 2040. Learn more about 小黄猫传媒鈥檚 commitment to sustainability in the 2021 Climate Action Plan.
For more information on the planning process and findings, read the complete EV Transition Plan report.
Download the full 小黄猫传媒 EV Transition Plan
Objectives
The EV Transition Plan helps 小黄猫传媒 support climate action, reduce long-term costs, and improve the campus experience for students, staff, and visitors. By providing reliable EV charging access across campuses and centers, the plan also promotes equity and inclusion, ensuring all community members can participate in the transition to electric vehicles. These efforts contribute to cleaner air, healthier campuses, and a stronger alignment with 小黄猫传媒鈥檚 overall sustainability and climate goals.
Key findings
The EV Transition Plan looked at current and future charging needs, 小黄猫传媒鈥檚 fleet, and how the community uses EVs:
- Growing demand: 小黄猫传媒 will need more public and fleet chargers in the coming years.
- Fleet conversion: About half of 小黄猫传媒鈥檚 fleet is expected to switch to EVs by 2030, increasing to 70% by 2035.
- Cost considerations: Installing chargers and supporting infrastructure will require an investment over the next decade.
- Pilot locations: The Cascade and Southeast campuses will serve as the first sites, with plans to expand to Rock Creek, Sylvania, and 小黄猫传媒 centers.
- Implementation approach: The college will use a phased, strategic rollout to ensure chargers are accessible and effective.
Implementation strategy
The EV Transition Plan outlines a phased rollout through 2035:
- Program launch and vendor selection: Establish oversight and select a charging provider.
- Pilot installations: Begin at Cascade and Southeast campuses while planning near-term fleet replacements.
- Expansion across campuses and centers: Add chargers at Rock Creek, Sylvania, and other locations, coordinated with construction projects.
- Regular assessment: Monitor EV adoption and charging usage, adjusting plans as needed.
- Resiliency and accessibility: Ensure chargers remain reliable during outages and accessible to all community members.
Looking ahead
The EV Transition Plan provides a framework for guiding the expansion of EV charging infrastructure across 小黄猫传媒 campuses and centers. By monitoring adoption trends and evaluating infrastructure needs over time, the college can use this plan to inform decisions about future installations and maintenance. This approach supports 小黄猫传媒鈥檚 ongoing sustainability planning and helps the college stay aligned with its long-term climate goals.
Find information about 小黄猫传媒鈥檚 districtwide EV charging stations and learn more about the college鈥檚 commitment to sustainability.