Considerations for Colleges Installing Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are becoming more prevalent across all major world automotive markets. The growth of EVs is being powered by impressive improvements in new battery technology, along with renewable energy advances that have dramatically lowered the costs for a generation of pollution-free electricity. Colleges and universities are challenged to respond to this change, especially those with legacy automotive and transportation programs and those with clean energy technology programs. This study gathered experiences from several U.S. colleges on the leading edge of this trend. Challenges are identified for the deployment of EV charging infrastructure on campus, and recommendations are provided for those seeking to integrate EV charging technology into the curriculum and instruction of existing science, technology, engineering, and math programs.