[EEI, 14 May 2018]

EEI’s recent survey has found that an “overwhelming majority” of Maryland residents are in favor of expanding electric vehicle infrastructure in the state. More specifically, 76% of Maryland residents support an expanded EV charging system; 61% believe that such an expanded system would positively impact the state’s economy and 81% believe that such an expansion would positively benefit the environment. Additionally, 3 out of 10 residents wish to purchase an EV within the next 12 months. Brian Wolff, EEI Executive Vice President of Public Policy and External Affairs, commented, “Based on this survey, it’s apparent that investing in electric vehicle infrastructure is what residents want to improve their economy, environment, and will help their state move forward with meeting targeted emission reduction goals. Local electric companies will play a critical role in accelerating and incentivizing the adoption of EVs, in addition to making the necessary investments to deploy, own, and operate charging infrastructure for the benefit of customers.”