EV Boost Must Cover Environmental Justice, Advocates Say (1)

Clean air and climate advocates see President Joe Biden’s vow to build up massive electric vehicle infrastructure nationwide as a boon—as long as the electrification revolution makes ample space for fenceline communities most affected by vehicle pollution.

The Biden administration has pledged to build half a million new electric vehicle charging stations nationwide within the next decade along with electrifying the federal vehicle fleet. The equitable distribution of electric vehicle benefits must be part of discussions moving forward, advocates said.

That means rolling out electric vehicle infrastructure that’s affordable, accessible, and integrated responsibly to avoid leaving out low-income ...