The Impact of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations on Consumers
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https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrhs.v12i3.4996Keywords:
Electric Vehicle, Electric Car, Charging Station, Environment, New York, SustainabilityAbstract
New York currently has an inadequate supply of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for drivers, despite the considerable efforts made by the local and national government to encourage the environmental benefits of EV usage. This study investigates the extent to which the scarcity of charging stations is inhibiting the widespread adoption of EVs on Long Island. A survey was conducted with a representative sample of the Long Island population to analyze which individuals were impacted most significantly. The findings suggest that the charging process, including cost and time, was not the problem. Rather, those without access to home charging and individuals who travel long distances were impacted the most. To remedy the situation, New York policy makers need to allocate more resources towards the expansion of the charging network and enhance consumers’ knowledge about the environmental benefits of EVs.
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