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Michigan will need to gear up for Electric Vehicle (EV) production and purchase as successful project lands in recent months will see EVs rolling onto the roads at a rapid pace in the next few years. The economic developers can be major players by knowing the dynamics of connecting EV charging stations for their communities. Do you know the difference between a DCFC and a PHEV charger, how much energy each will need, and where to access energy rebates? Take advantage of this opportunity to learn firsthand Metro Detroit/Oakland County EV charging initiatives/programs and how they can be adopted in other Michigan communities. Key points: Planning perspective (zoning, parking, permitting, etc.) Working with utilities Working with private companies Major considerations Best practices Funding Opportunities Let’s work together to make sure EV implementation goes smoothly so Michigan can remain at the forefront of the automotive industry and be a great example of implementation around the world. Niles Annelin, Policy Section Manager, Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Chris Olzem, Mobility Innovations Coordinator, Oakland County