Drive Electric Vermont is proud of Vermont’s commitment to lower greenhouse gas emissions from transportation, but we know we can't do it alone. Luckily, we don't have to. Here's a quick snapshot of some regional and federal policy activities supporting EV market growth.

Regional

Multi-state EV programs


Northeastern and Mid-Atlantic states are coordinating regional electric vehicle (EV) deployment through networks like the Northeast Electric Vehicle Network and the Multi-State Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Task Force. Participating states engage in important planning work to remove barriers to the widespread adoption of EVs, including ensuring that public charging stations are convenient and allow for interstate travel.

The Northeast Electric Vehicle Network not only focuses on climate considerations, but also aims to create jobs and capture the many economic, public health, and lifestyle benefits of EVs.

Who's involved?


Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Virginia currently participate in the Northeast Electric Vehicle Network.

More than 100 companies, organizations, and jurisdictions have also pledged to work with the Network to support EV use. Participating states will continue developing partnerships in both the public and private sectors to support a strong charging station network.

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National

Federal support for EVs and clean transportation


The federal government has focused on reducing dependence on foreign oil, developing domestic renewable energy, and growing green jobs for many years. Boosting EV sales in the U.S. provides a clear path to reaching those goals and lowering the nation's greenhouse gas emissions. As a result, several federal programs and initiatives support EV technologies.

In 2022, the federal government passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), which provides once-in-a-generation funding for a variety of climate investments. One of those investments is in clean transportation.

The IRA extended charging station tax credits and the New Clean Vehicle Tax Credit for individuals and businesses through 2032. It also created a federal tax credit for used EVs, which provides more affordable electric driving options.

Businesses and organizations can benefit from IRA funding, too. The law earmarks $1 billion to states, municipalities, tribes, and nonprofit school transportation associations to replace class 6 and 7 heavy-duty vehicles and buses with clean EVs.

In addition to financing, the U.S. Department of Energy is helping communities and customers make informed decisions about EV purchases through various tools and outreach campaigns. One example is their list of benefits to educate individuals and businesses on the perks of using electric vehicles.

Federal support has been coupled with new EPA standards, which require that all model year 2026 vehicles in the U.S. have a fuel economy of at least 55 miles per gallon. This has prompted more automakers to focus on fuel efficiency and integrate EVs into their production portfolios.

See federal EV tax credits