Stanford researchers warn against charging electric vehicles at home overnight
Story by Joseph Shavit • 2d
By 2040, an estimated 300 million charging connectors will be required globally to meet EV demand. The availability and convenience of chargers—whether at home, workplaces, or public areas—play a pivotal role in drivers' decisions to switch to EVs.
Optimizing the placement of public charging stations has been a focus of research, but long-term solutions require accurate modeling of charging behaviors, including where, when, and how frequently drivers charge their vehicles.
Transportation remains a dominant source of global greenhouse gas emissions, and electrification is critical for decarbonizing this sector. The global fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) is poised for explosive growth, projected to expand from 7 million today to over 400 million by 2040.
While this shift represents significant progress toward environmental sustainability, it introduces challenges for the electricity grid, requiring upgraded infrastructure, expanded capacity, and strategic planning to accommodate future charging demand.
By 2040, an estimated 300 million charging connectors will be required globally to meet EV demand. The availability and convenience of chargers—whether at home, workplaces, or public areas—play a pivotal role in drivers' decisions to switch to EVs.
Optimizing the placement of public charging stations has been a focus of research, but long-term solutions require accurate modeling of charging behaviors, including where, when, and how frequently drivers charge their vehicles.
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