Description
A curbside charger refers to an on-street charging station installed within the public right-of-way. These chargers may be strategically located near multi-family housing units (MFHUs), retail establishments, commercial buildings, and in residential neighborhoods lacking driveways or garages, thereby offering round-the-clock accessibility to drivers. Key benefits of curbside charging stations include:
- Reduced installation costs relative to many other public charging options.
- Enhanced support for ride-share drivers transitioning to electric vehicles through improved cost efficiency.
- Increased equity in access to charging infrastructure for individuals who might otherwise lack such opportunities.
As EV uptake grows, curbside EV charging infrastructure could provide additional charging opportunities at a diversity of locations throughout Kelowna.