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Friday, November 10, 2023 | Department of Environmental Protection
 In October 2023, a new state law came into effect that requires that all new construction housing units with a separate garage, carport or driveway, to include electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). House Bill 830 requires either an installed Level 2 EV Charger or an EV-ready parking space that has electric panel capacity and a full circuit to allow for the future installation of a Level 2 Charger.
Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services can answer questions about these new requirements. Current property owners can apply for an electrical permit to install charging on their property. Homeowners without off-street parking can apply for a right-of-permit to install curbside charging.
Local partners are offering two great chances to get home EV charging at no cost. Opportunities are limited, so reach out at the links below if interested:
Pay-it-Forward for Tesla Home Chargers
Local Tesla drivers are organizing to try to give away 1,000 Tesla EV Chargers before the end of the year. If you drive a Tesla and need a home charger, or if you're a current Tesla owner and want to donate your referral code to the effort, click on the link.
Curbside Electric Home Charging Pilot
Curbside Electric (formerly, Kerb-e) has a grant from the Maryland Energy Administration to install curbside charging at select homes and common-ownership-communities in Montgomery County. To be considered for the pilot, sign-up on their website: https://www.curbelectric.com/maryland
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There are lots of exciting opportunities available for job seekers. Check out DEP’s Green Job Portal for climate and sustainability jobs.
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Transportation & Environment Committee Work session on on EV Charging Infrastructure and Preparedness
Monday, November 13, 2023, 9:30am-12:30pm
Staff from Montgomery County Executives Office, Deps. of Environmental Protection, and General Services will provide an update to T&E Committee.
Economics of Investing in EV Infrastructure and Fleet Electrification
Thursday, November 30, 2023, 4pm - 6pm
Join the Montgomery County Green Bank and Shulman Rogers for an insightful, in-person panel discussion on the economics of investing in EV infrastructure and fleet electrification. With demand for EVs and charging infrastructure increasing exponentially the marketplace will be presented with a unique set of opportunities and challenges. During this discussion, we will dive into important topics such as financing strategies for EV infrastructure, revenue models, utility incentives, state rebates and local resources (such as Green Bank loans and the Technical Assistance Program).
This event is geared toward property owners, developers, property managers, vehicle fleet owners and vendors active in Montgomery County. Refreshments will be provided.
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