U.S. DOE Awards Nearly US$7 Million for R&D on Cheaper EV Chargers

摘要

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced December 21 grants totaling nearly US$7 million for research and development aimed at slashing the current costs of electricvehicle (EV) chargers by 50% over the next three years. “his research will promote ‘smart’ charging capabilities that can help ensure electric vehicles enhance, rather than strain, existing electrical grid capacity,” according to the DOE.