Florida International University Energy Series
Building Florida’s Clean Energy Future
November 27, 2013
BACKGROUND
The Department of Energy (DOE) promotes and
provides opportunities for Coalitions to network with
one another:
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• Created by the Energy Policy Act of 1992 (EPAct)
• Provides framework for businesses and governments
to work together as a coalition to enhance markets
• Identifies mutual interests, develops regional economic
opportunities, and improves air quality
National Program
Clean Cities: A voluntary, locally-based government/industry partnership
87 Active Coalitions in 46 states
632,000+ Alt Fuel Vehicles
5,600+ Alt Refueling Stations
6,500+ Stakeholders from
businesses, local
governments,
transportation industry,
fuel providers, and
community organizations
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National Program
Clean Cities Mission:
To advance the energy, economic,
and environmental security of the
U.S. by supporting local decisions
to adopt practices that contribute
to the reduction of petroleum
consumption in the transportation
sector.
Alternative Fuel Vehicles at the Indianapolis 500 Speedway
for the Clean Cities Stakeholders Summit in June 2011
Local Program
Sponsored by the South Florida
Regional Planning Council, the
Southeast Florida Clean Cities’
vision is to reduce dependence
on imported oil and improve the
environment by creating a
sustainable alternative fuel
market through the support and
promotion of clean fuels.
Coalition Chair Patricia Asseff speaking at E85 Station Grand Opening
So … Why the current interest in EVs??
“The U.S. spends over $300 billion on imported foreign oil annually,
which represents over 50 percent of the U.S. trade
deficit. According to the International Energy Agency, oil demand
from developing countries will cause prices to average $100 a
barrel between now and 2015, and to double by 2030” - - Electric
Drive Transportation Association
Electric Vehicle Community Readiness Planning Grants
Awarded Nationwide: September 2011
•$8.5 million
16 projects across 24
states and DC
One-year projects to
facilitate local
partnerships
Results: Publicly
releasable and
replicable plans
Florida Gold Coast Sustainable Community Planning
for Electric Vehicles and Charging Infrastructure
A seven-county regional planning effort
Proposes to develop plans to address
institutional, technological, and market
barriers to accelerate plug-in electric
vehicle adoption in Southeast Florida.
Five teams will focus on:
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Fleet adoption,
– Policy/permitting,
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Infrastructure development,
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Education & outreach,
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U.S. 1 corridor demonstration project
Barriers to Plug-In EV Adoption
Limited range AKA “range anxiety”
Limited public charging infrastructure
Higher upfront purchase cost
Long charge times
Limited styling
Limited first responder training
Benefits of Plug-In EV Adoption
Lower “fuel” costs
Maintenance savings
Greater convenience
Safety and reliability
Environmental and health benefits
Energy security: reduced need for foreign oil
Steering
Committee
Project
Organization
Structure
The Honorable Patricia Asseff
James F. Murley (SFRPC)
Brian Hanrahan (FPL)
Project Manager
L: Chris Heshmati
(SFRPC/Clean Cities)
Task 2:
Fleet
L: Chris Heshmati
(SFRPC/Clean Cities)
Task 3:
Permitting/Code
L: Bob Cambric
(SFRPC)
Task 4:
Infrastructure
L: A.nne-Louise
Seabury (FPL)
Task 7: Readiness
Plan
L: Anne-Louise Seabury
L: Chris Heshmati
Task 5:
Communications
L: Chris Heshmati
(SFRPC/Clean Cities)
Task 6:
US-1 Corridor
L: Robert Regan (FPL)
Project Tasks
(Task 1) PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Work with Steering Committee in
overall management of project
(Task 2) FLEET OUTREACH: Work with targeted fleets to compile available lifecycle cost information for fleet conversion and deployment
(Task 3) PERMITTING: Identify and develop a plan to address code, policy and
regulatory barriers to EV / EVSE deployment
(Task 4) Infrastructure: Develop recommendations for public charging
infrastructure, including siting, technology and other considerations
(Task 5) COMMUNICATIONS: Develop education and public awareness plans for
consumers, fleet administrators, and public permitting officials
(Task 6) US-1 CORRIDOR: Develop master plan for future EV and infrastructure
deployment along portion of US-1 in Miami
(Task 7) READINESS PLAN: Compile a regional EV Community
Readiness Plan with prioritized action items
Task 2: Fleet Outreach
Work with targeted fleets to compile available life-cycle cost
information for fleet conversion and deployment
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Identify up to seven fleet operators across the Region who are
good candidates for adoption of electric vehicles
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Work with the fleet operators to compile available life-cycle cost
information to determine fleet conversion and deployment
potential
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Identify incentives and possible sources of funding for fleet
conversion
Task 3: Permitting
Identify and develop a plan to address code, policy and regulatory
barriers to EV / EVSE deployment
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Analyze Florida’s codes, local government policies, and
regulatory barriers to EVSE deployment
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Analyze best practices for EV Supply Equipment (EVSE) codes
and opportunities to standardize and streamline the process
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Identify opportunities to include support for EV and EVSE
deployment into regional planning documents
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Develop recommendations for governmental policy, code and
permitting changes that support EV and EVSE deployment
Task 4: Infrastructure
Identify options for public and private infrastructure
deployment including siting, technology and other
considerations
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Provide a consolidated guide to siting and installation of charging
stations and charging equipment features and options
Summarize multi-unit dwelling and workplace charging policy and
process considerations
Outline public charging location characteristics and considerations
for charging levels, ownership and payment models
Identify the appropriate quantity, concentration and location types
for public charging in the region
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)
Level 1
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8-10 hours
Overnight recharging
Residential use
Some work-place use
Level 2
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3-4 hours
Destination recharging
Residential use
Work-place and public
Level 3
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20 minutes
Quick recharge and long trip
Commercial location only
Additional siting criteria
Task 5: Communications
Develop public awareness and training plans for stakeholders in the Region
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Wherever possible, plans will utilize low cost/no cost channels and
tactics and leverage the existing communication channels of its
public and private stakeholder members
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Activities include working with each of the planning teams on their
respective training plans and outreach materials
Task 6: US-1 Corridor Master Plan
Master plan for future EV and infrastructure deployment
along a portion of US-1 in Miami-Dade County
Known as a “Car Share” plan, it can become implemented
as a program when funding becomes available
What is a Car Share Program?
 Vehicle rental for short term use
 Without office or counter staff
 Users are pre-approved as members
 Vehicles placed on-street, near users in “pods”
 Vehicle fleets tuned to local market preferences & needs
 Reservation by phone, web, or mobile app or just pick up
Electric Vehicle Car Share Program - Why?
 Puts electric vehicles (EV) on the road
 Allows consumers to try out an EV
without purchase commitment,
ownership, and cost barriers
 Addresses other EV adoption barriers:
 Early model/technology obsolescence
 Maintenance uncertainty
 Installation of EVSE (important for
apartment dwellers)
 Facilitates deployment of Electric
Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE)
“Car sharing is an extension of transit that saves you hundreds of
dollars each and every month”
from City Car Share website
Never doubt that a small group of committed
people can change the world. Indeed, it is
the only thing that ever has.
- - Margaret Mead
Christine Heshmati
SE Florida Clean Cities Coordinator
(954) 985-4416
cheshmati@sfrpc.com