As electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to grow rapidly in Utah, so does the need for charging infrastructure. Installing home charging stations can be expensive and is often out of reach for individuals living in moderate to low-income housing or for renters in general. 

Public electric charging stations are currently placed in higher socioeconomic areas and may be difficult for middle to lower-income residents to access. These barriers to EV adoption, combined with recent legislation to increase taxes collected from electric vehicle owners, have made it essential for local municipalities to take action so that we can continue to make strides toward improving air quality by facilitating the switch to EVs.