Berkshire Planning Commission Preparing for Electric Vehicle MovementThe state’s decarbonization roadmap, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 85 percent by 2050, outlines steps to require 100 percent zero-emissions light-duty vehicle (LDV) sales by 2035. EV Charging Stations Being Installed at County Stop & ShopsAt every launched store, customers will be able to access two electric vehicle charging stations, featuring Volta Charging's high-resolution, two-sided digital displays. Customers with electric vehicles can park in the designated spaces and charge while they shop. On average, a Volta charging station can deliver up to 30 miles of range per hour. Berkshire Gas Stations Receive MassEVIP GrantsEquilon Enterprises LLC, doing business as Shell Oil Products US, has gas stations in Cheshire, Great Barrington, and Pittsfield. Each station will receive $100,000 to install two ports. |