The Future of Electric Vehicles Is a Part of Your Future Too
Utilities need to prepare for the impact electric vehicles (EVs) will inevitably have on the electrical grid. Now is the time to get up to speed on EVs.
Electric vehicles are already here. You see them in almost every community. Their adoption has grown rapidly over the past decade, and it's only speeding up. It is predicted that by 2030:
- 29.5% of all new car sales will be electric (up from ~3.4% in 2021)
- $4.7 million in sales annually (up from just over $500,000 in 2021)
Are you ready for the electrification revolution? And are you excited to be a part of it? NFPA® wants to help you say "yes" to both of these questions. That's why we've created customized online learning all about electric vehicles and the impact they may have on you, your business, and your community.
Key Topics About EVs
This course will help you understand the true costs and benefits of EVs. And it will also help address some of the common concerns and myths:
- Upfront costs: Is the purchase worth the investment?
- Range anxiety: How far can you really go without worrying?
- Charging challenges: What are the three charge types and the evolving infrastructure
- Safety: What are the risks and what safety features are built in?
- Life of ownership: Do the savings outweigh the costs over time?
The course features videos and expert testimonials to give you the latest information in the electric vehicle landscape.
How Will EVs Impact Utilities?
In addition to important general information about EVs, this course provides specific knowledge relevant to those who work for utility companies. As the number of EVs continues to grow, the demand placed on the electrical grid from charging will also increase. Utility companies and the people who work for them need to be prepared for this evolution and the impact it will have on their grid infrastructure.
Key Topics for Utility Workers
- Video testimonial: hear from an industry expert on the impacts EVs and EV chargers will have on your industry and electrical demand
- Understanding the code requirements, installation best practices, load impacts on electrical service, and the inspection process
- Test your knowledge: How would you handle the provided customer scenario?
Start Online EV Learning Anytime
NFPA's Electric Vehicle Community Preparedness Training—Utility Edition is an online course you can take on your own schedule and at your own pace.
This online learning is also the suggested pre-learning course for another innovative program. NFPA has built a workshop for EV community preparedness that will be presented at 30 live virtual events nationwide during 2022 and 2023. So, whether you’re joining a workshop or just curious about EVs, this is the perfect place to start.
Register Today!