This is to request that CARB to take action to
improve and assure the reliability of the open access public DC
fast charging system for EVs here in California. It’s clear that a
reliable charging system is achievable, as demonstrated by Tesla,
but comparability reliability has not been achieved by other
charging service providers.
It’s critical to get this right in support of
accelerating the adoption of EVs. CARB is in a unique position to make this
happen by adding to contracts for public funding of EV charging
infrastructure enforceable conditions for uptime and reliability as
well as penalties for noncompliance. CARB may also be able to take action to improve
the reliability of existing charging stations. It’s clear that the
private sector is not going to solve this problem quickly on its
own absent strong and compelling government action. Please take
that action now!
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