Preparing for Customer Fleet Electrification: A Utility Framework

Electric fleets are not on the horizon but rather at our doorstep. The U.S. EV industry is growing rapidly year over year, with U.S. EV sales expected to grow from 1 million vehicles in 2022 to over 1.6 million in 2023.[1] As this shift places increasing demands on electricity, utilities play a crucial role in facilitating this electrification transition. The Utility Fleet Electrification Framework report offers valuable insights for utilities and fleet operators and delves into the complex dynamics between utilities, fleet operators, and charging providers, providing guidance on achieving a smooth electrification transition through a combination of utility and collaborative actions.

The Smart Electric Power Alliance’s (SEPA) report, “Preparing for Customer Fleet Electrification: A Utility Framework”, explores:

• The electrification of vehicle fleets is becoming a reality, with EV sales expected to reach 2.46 million vehicles in 2028, necessitating a shift in how utilities operate.
• Explore relationships between utilities, fleet operators, and charging providers, providing a roadmap for utilities to facilitate the transition effectively.
• Includes utility actions to understand the unique needs of fleets in their service territory, streamlining processes, providing tools and resources, and leading by example through internal fleet electrification and education.
• Includes collaborative actions to increase stakeholder dialogue, collaborating with Electric Vehicle Service Providers (EVSPs), addressing regulatory barriers, and future-proofing through strategic planning and infrastructure development.
  

And accompanying 4 case studies:

• Providing EV Load Capacity Maps
• Partnering to Electrify Public Fleets
• Streamlining Electrification Processes and Timelines
• Understanding Fleets in Your Service Area

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Authors

Drake Moran, Analyst, Research & Industry Strategy, Smart Electric Power Alliance
Brittany Blair, Senior Analyst—Research & Industry Strategy, Smart Electric Power Alliance
Garrett Fitzgerald, Senior Director—Electrification, Smart Electric Power Alliance