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The Federal Tax Credit for Commercial EV Chargers Is Gone. Here’s What Still Makes the Math Work.
If you’ve been planning a commercial EV charging project around the federal tax credit, it’s time to update the spreadsheet. Section 30C, the credit that covered 30% of a commercial charger’s installed cost up to $100,000 per unit, expired for good on June 30, 2026. There’s no extension, no phase-down, no grace period. If your…
Read MorePuget Sound Solar Joins IBEW Local 46
Starting Monday, Puget Sound Solar & EV Support is officially a signatory contractor with IBEW Local 46, the electrical workers’ union serving Western Washington. It’s a milestone we’re proud of, and one that benefits every customer we work with, from homeowners going solar to the general contractors who bring us on as a sub. What…
Read MoreExploring the Electric Revolution: A Sneak Peek at Electric Vehicles at the 2023 Greenwood Car Show
As the automotive industry embraces a greener future, electric vehicles (EVs) have become the talk of the town. From their environmental benefits to the cutting-edge technology they offer, EVs have captured the imagination of both car enthusiasts and eco-conscious individuals. If you’re eager to witness the latest advancements in EVs, the 2023 Greenwood Car Show in…
Read MoreSeattle Curbside EV Charging Network
The City of Seattle announced the 31 locations for it’s curbside Level 2 EV Charging Station pilot. The stations will be located across Seattle City Light’s service territory. Seattle City Light shared a list and a map of these locations. Installation of the Level 2 EV charging stations begins in April 2023 with a goal of half of the stations being in place…
Read MoreThe Next Generation Of EV’s
We’re watching a major transformation of our transportation system as the world shifts from internal combustion engines (ICE) and EV’s (electric vehicles) go mainstream. We wrote about reaching the tipping point last year as the percentile of US and other countries changing gears reached a 5% threshold that is generally recognized as a major marker when technology…
Read MoreSimplifying EV Charging
A variety of EV charging stations In another move to help the transition toward electrification of our transportation, Tesla has agreed to open up 7,500 of it’s network’s EV chargers to other drivers. More importantly, standardization among EV charging networks is coming, reducing one challenge for EV drivers, finding a compatible charging station. A universal…
Read MoreEV Charging Station Tax Credit
If you installed an EV Charging Station in 2022, you may be eligible for a 30% Federal Tax Credit. The IRS form is 8911 and you can learn more about this credit on the IRS website. It covers 30% of the costs with a maximum $1,000 credit for residents and $30,000 federal tax credit for commercial installs. The…
Read MoreWhy Did Hurricane Flooding Lead To EV Fires?
Hurricane Ian’s 2022 assault on Florida resulted in $53 to $74 billion in insured loss damage. Included in the damage were at least 11 Tesla’s which caught on fire after being submerged in salt water. New Risks While EV’s reduce carbon emissions which improve the quality of our air and water, we must be aware they present…
Read MoreEV Incentives In The Inflation Reduction Act, (IRA)
With the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act, (IRA), numerous EV (electric vehicle) policies and incentives are now in place to help accelerate the electrification and decarbonization of our transportation system. In Washington, about 40% of our overall carbon emissions come from the transportation sector. Fortunately, our electrical energy grid is much cleaner than most parts…
Read MoreTipping EV’s, Not Cows
No, there isn’t a particular way to tip over an electric vehicle like, say a cow … but there are indications the EV adoption rate is about to accelerate as rapidly as a Tesla Plaid. Bloomberg studied the adoption rate of electric vehicles in 19 countries and found that the 5% threshold in EV adoption rate is…
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