Electricity Basics
Electric vehicles can help increase energy security, improve fuel economy, lower fuel costs, and reduce emissions.
Electricity can be used to power all-electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV’s) directly from the power grid using battery storage, or from electricity generated on-board through fuel cells (see hydrogen fuel cells).
Electric vehicles were developed in Europe over a century ago, and in 1899 were the most popular vehicle type sold in the United States before being overtaken by petroleum-based engines. However, when air quality and energy independence emerged as top priorities at the turn of the 21st century, electric vehicle propulsion has been gaining popularity yet again.
Electric vehicles can help increase energy security, improve fuel economy, lower fuel costs, and reduce emissions.
Explore the benefits and considerations of using electricity to power vehicles.
Compare cost of ownership and emissions for most vehicle models.
Plug-in hybrids and all-electric vehicles qualify for a $2,500 to $7,500 federal tax credit.
The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation was created through the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) to facilitate collaboration between the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Department of Transportation. The Joint Office will align resources and expertise across the two departments toward leveraged outcomes. The office will be a critical component in the implementation of the BIL, providing support and expertise to a multitude of programs that seek to deploy a network of electric vehicle chargers, zero-emission fueling infrastructure, and zero-emission transit and school buses. The scope of the Joint Office will continue to evolve as directed by both departments.
EVGrid Assist: Accelerating the Transition will provide technical assistance and inform research and development on vehicle-grid integration (VGI) to facilitate the rapid deployment of electric vehicles and the associated charging infrastructure by minimizing the impacts to the electric grid and helping electric utilities and regulators make planning and policy decisions. EVGrid Assist technical assistance will:
We’re here to help Utah business fleets become more sustainable and efficient, all while building a better environment for everyone. We’ll work with you individually to make sure you find the grants, fuel and vehicles you need to make your fleet clean.