IDC PlanScape: Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure in North America

This IDC PlanScape provides insights on planning a public electric vehicle charging infrastructure in North America."An expansive public EV charging network across all the cities and major highways of North America will be the backbone for establishing a zero-emission mobility network for the future," said Sandeep Mukunda, research manager, Digital Automotive and Transportation Strategies program, IDC.

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Executive Summary

Why Is Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Important?

What Is Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure?

• Emerging EV Charging Technology

Who Are the Key Stakeholders?

• Department of Transportation and Energy: The Capital Allocator
• Charge Point Operators: Technology Integrator and Operator
• Utilities: The Energy Supplier and Distributor
• Environmental Protection Agency: Technology Sourcing

How Can My Organization Take Advantage of Public Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure?

• Availability and Reliability
• Usability
• Pricing
• Communication and Customer Service

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