In 2019, the Great Plains Institute (facilitator of Drive Electric Minnesota) examined the factors that impact direct current fast charger (DCFC) revenue and created a calculator built on that research. The research found that DCFC revenue most depends on three key factors: Other factors, such as capital and annual maintenance costs, and revenue from secondary…
The Great Plains Institute developed a fact sheet visualizing the findings from a comprehensive lifecycle assessment study that analyzes and compares the lifecycle greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions of electric vehicles (EVs) and gas cars in Minnesota (GPI facilitates Drive Electric Minnesota). This fact sheet is based on findings from a comprehensive study conducted for various…
At Drive Electric Minnesota, we continuously seek ways to educate more people about the benefits of electric vehicles. One of the most common questions we receive is, “How much does it cost to install an electric vehicle charging station?” The answer to that question depends on several things, including the use case, upfront costs, ongoing…
How much money can Minnesotan drivers expect to save on fuel by switching to an electric vehicle? We explored this question with Heather Brown on CBS News Minnesota, and now our new calculator helps consumers do the math. The recent increased volatility in gas prices has left many Minnesotan drivers looking for alternatives. People are driving…