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Avista Corp. Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Pilot

Avista Corp. Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Pilot logo

Piloting Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) in Avista Corp's service territory to evaluate regional electrification requirements in eastern Washington, northern Idaho and part of southern and eastern Oregon

  • EV adoption increased from 23% in 2016 to 41% in 2019
  • Pilot participants were highly satisfied with their experience
  • Over 53,000 charging sessions were completed and analyzed
  • Networked EVSEs proved more expensive to maintain with higher failure rates
  • Light-duty EV loads will be manageable
  • Utility programs are effective at catalyzing market adoption
  • Workplace charging was proven to spur market adoption
  • Activity conducted from 2016 - June 2019

Case Study Information

Avista Corp. explored load profiles, grid impacts, and utility requirements for EV market adoption via a three-year EVSE infrastructure pilot from 2016-2019. A total of 439 EVSE charging ports were installed in a variety of locations, including 226 residential, 123 workplace, 24 fleet, 20 multiple-unit dwelling, and 7 DC fast charging sites.

Overview

Company: Avista Corp
Type: Charging infrastructure
Location: Eastern Washington, northern Idaho and part of southern and eastern Oregon
Case Study Publishing Date: October 18, 2019
Fleet Size: N/A
Program Goals: Test infrastructure requirements to further regional EV goals and advancement
Fleet Conversion Vehicles: N/A
Replacement Vehicle Class: N/A
Vehicle Use Case: N/A
Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

Case Study

Objective: Avista conducted a three-year Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) pilot in beginning in 2016, with the main objectives of understanding (1) light-duty EV load profiles, grid impacts, costs, and benefits, (2) how the utility may better serve all customers in the electrification of transportation, and (3) begin to support early EV adoption in its service territories. Networked and non-networked charging equipment was procured from six different manufacturers and installed in residential and commercial properties across Avista's service territory. A total of 439 EVSE charging ports were installed in a variety of locations, including 226 residential, 123 workplace, 24 fleet, 20 multiple-unit dwelling, and 7 DC fast charging sites.

VEHICLE OVERVIEW
Number of Vehicles: N/A
Types of EVs: N/A
EV Deployment Timeline: N/A
Miles Driven: N/A

CHARGING OVERVIEW
Charging Infrastructure: Networked and non-networked Level 2 chargers, Level 3 direct-current fast charger (DCFC)
A total of 439 EVSE charging ports, including 226 residential, 123 workplace, 24 fleet, 20 multiple-unit dwelling, and 7 DC fast charging sites. Charging equipment included:
  • Residential AC Level 2 - networked
  • Commercial AC Level 2 - networked
  • DC fast charging site
  • Residential AC Level 2 – non-networked
  • Commercial AC Level 2 – non-networked
    Charging Infrastructure Cost:
  • Residential AC Level 2 - networked; $2,445
  • Commercial AC Level 2 - networked; $6,035
  • DC fast charging site; $128,084
  • Residential AC Level 2 – non-networked; $1,766
  • Commercial AC Level 2 – non-networked; $4,472


  • OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $3.1 million in capital investments
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:
  • Residential AC Level 2 - networked; $370/yr O&M, 98% uptime, 66% online
  • Commercial AC Level 2 - networked; $600/yr O&M, 86-93% uptime, 76-86% online
  • DC fast charging site; $1,550/yr O&M, 87% uptime, 87% online
  • Residential AC Level 2 – non-networked; $5/yr O&M, 100% uptime, NA online
  • Commercial AC Level 2 – non-networked; $185/yr O&M, 99% uptime, NA online


  • TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: N/A
    Change Management: N/A

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • EV adoption increased from 23% in 2016 to 41% in 2019
  • Over 53,000 charging sessions were completed and analyzed
  • Average charging utilizing was 17 sessions per month, consuming 7kWh per session in 1.6 hours, charging at 3.3 or 6.6. kW
  • Customer feedback surveys reported 98% customer satisfaction with EVs and EVSE performance, 85% satisfaction for non-networked EVSE
  • Networked EVSEs proved to be significantly more expensive to maintain with higher failure rates and repairs
  • DCFC installations were capital intensive and require alternative rate designs for effectiveness
  • EVs removed 4 tons of CO2 emissions annually; an 80% reduction from gasoline vehicles
  • EV market introduction and advancement tactics included education and outreach efforts, low income programs, dealer engagement including a referral program, residential EVSE offerings, and installation of chargers at workplace, fleet, multiple-unit dwelling and public sites

    Lessons Learned:
  • Pilot participants were highly satisfied with their experience
  • Non-networked EVSE are preferred from a customer experience and cost perspective
  • Networked EVSEs are significantly more expensive to install and maintain, and resulted in higher failure rates
  • EVSE-to-network interoperability and standards are critical to market advancement
  • The majority of charging was from residential applications with peak energy consumption occurring between 5-7pm
  • Energy load was similar across EV and driver types, with higher consumption from commuters on weekdays
  • Residential and workplace customers accepted 75% peak load reductions by remote utility controls without negative effects on driving habits or overall satisfaction
  • Grid impacts and peak load costs may become significant over longer-term timeline
  • Light-duty EV loads will be manageable; analysis includes they will have little effect on grid distribution over the next ten years
  • Utility programs are effective at catalyzing market adoption
  • Workplace charging was proven to spur market adoption
  • Low dealer engagement, a lack of EV inventories, and EV perception issues continue to be a major barrier to mainstream EV adoption


  • Next Steps:
    The pilot allowed Avista to be well positioned to propose a comprehensive Transportation Electrification Plan in both Washington and Idaho service territories, that includes major areas of education & outreach, dealer engagement, community & low-income, EVSE infrastructure, load management, commercial fleets, rate design, internal programs, planning, and grid integration

    References

    Case Study & Image Source
    Czerniak, Jon, Farley, Rendell, Vervair, Mike. Avista Corp. Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Pilot
    Final Report
    October 2019. https://www.myavista.com/-/media/myavista/content-documents/energy-savings/electricvehiclesupplyequipmentpilotfinalreport.pdf?la=en

    About Avista
    Avista Corporation is an energy company involved in the production, transmission and distribution of energy as well as other energy-related businesses. Its largest subsidiary, Avista Utilities, serves more than 600,000 electric and natural gas customers across 30,000 square miles in eastern Washington, northern Idaho and parts of southern and eastern Oregon.

    Chula Vista, California Municipal Fleet Electrification

    Chula Vista, California Municipal Fleet Electrification logo

    Achieving plans to transition 40% of the City's fleet to alternative fuel vehicles (AFV) by 2020

    • The City has transitioned 36% of its fleet to AFVs
    • EVs saved 75% on fuel costs and were in operation 84% more of the time
    • EVs were 80% more cost effective in comparison to maintenance and repairs
    • Fuels costs are 61% lower than internal combustion replacement vehicles
    • Replacing older models in the City's fleet allowed for immediate cost savings to be realized
    • Utility incentives reduced charging infrastructure costs
    • The City's mantra “Fleet follows facilities” prioritizes charging infrastructure first to align procurement and account for longer installation lead times
    • Activity conducted since 2012

    Case Study Information

    Highlighting the City of Chula Vista's efforts to transition 40% of its fleet to AFVs by 2020

    Overview

    Company: City of Chula Vista
    Type: Municipal fleet, charging infrastructure
    Location: Chula Vista, California
    Case Study Publishing Date: June 2019
    Fleet Size: N/A
    Program Goals: Municipal fleet electrification aligned with the City's sustainability goals
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Light-duty vehicles
    Vehicle Use Case: Short-distance travel by the City employees in the Senior Vehicle Patrol (SVP), building code enforcement, and city pool
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: In 2000 the City of Chula Vista became the first city in San Diego County to adopt a Climate Action Plan (CAP); updates were made to the CAP in 2017 to replace all new vehicles with AFVs wherever possible and in 2018 the City Council voted to acquire 34 new fleet vehicles, including 14 battery-electric vehicles and 28 plug-in hybrid models. The City transitioned vehicles based on age, mileage and expense to maintain.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 41
    Types of EVs: Various; procurement via the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    EV Deployment Timeline: Beginning in 2018

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: 123 Level 2 charging stations
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: $456 was the average cost for L2 installation and equipment; 30-35 stations were installed free of charge due to utility incentives in disadvantaged communities through a pilot project

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $28,000 per vehicles procured through a municipal lease program
    Operations & Maintenance: EV maintenance & repair costs of $.03, compared to $.15 with older vehicles

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Individual trainings are conducted as departments are assigned EVs; larger fleet pools would require more broad-based training and outreach
    Change Management: N/A

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • EVs saved 75% on fuel costs, were in operation 84% more time, and were 80% more cost effective in comparison to maintenance and repairs
  • In addition to lower operating costs and reduced GHGs, the City forecasts additional savings from staff time dedicated to maintenance, resources, and hazardous waste


  • Lessons Learned:
  • The City was able to realize operational cost savings immediately by prioritizing replacements of older models first
  • Municipal leasing allowed for Federal Tax Credits to be realized, offsetting total capital costs
  • The City is working to increase fleet utilization including fleet reviews to identify vehicles that travel <4,000/year that are designated for elimination without replacement
  • Electric fleet vehicles allow the City to take a leading role in environmental stewardship and advance EV adoption locally


  • Next Steps:
  • The City has established an EV-first policy for all eligible vehicle replacements
  • The City plans to purchase an additional 34 EVs including 13 Ford Fusion PHEVs for the Investigation Unit of the Chula Vista Police Department, 9 Chevy Bolt BEVs and 4 Chevy Bolt Cargo vehicles
  • The City also plans for five electric transit buses by end of 2020
  • References

    Case Study Source
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). Municipal Fleet Electrification: A case Study of Chula Vista, CA June 2019. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Chula-Vista-Case-Study.pdf

    About the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative) is a joint effort by Climate Mayors, the Electrification Coalition, and Sourcewell working toward accelerating the transition of city fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). By creating a new and innovative cooperative purchasing mechanism, the Collaborative is reducing major barriers to fleet electrification for cities and other public agencies. In addition to an innovative cooperative purchasing option, the Collaborative offers a host of technical resources, analyses, and staff support, which reduces major obstacles to fleet electrification.

    About Climate Mayors
    Representing over 74 million Americans from 48 states, Climate Mayors is a diverse network of 466 U.S. city mayors who have committed to fighting climate change. Originally founded in 2014, the network’s ranks swelled to almost 400 mayors in response to the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Climate Mayors commit to taking ambitious action to meet each of their cities’ current climate goals, while working together towards achieving our national Paris targets. Climate Mayors is founded and Chaired by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, and Co-Chaired by Mayors Sylvester Turner (Houston) and Martin J. Walsh (Boston).

    About the Electrification Coalition
    The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit group committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, public health, and national security dangers caused by America’s dependence on oil. The EC works with a variety of stakeholders that represent the entire electrified transportation value chain, positioning the organization as a dedicated rallying point for an array of electrification allies.

    Image Source
    San Diego Gas & Electric. http://www.sdgenews.com/article/transitioning-electric-vehicles-helps-city-chula-vista-save-money

    Winter Park, Florida Municipal Fleet Electrification

    Winter Park, Florida Municipal Fleet Electrification logo

    The City of Winter Park, Florida discovers cost-effective procurement strategy to begin transitioning EVs into their municipal fleet

    • EVs provide more cost savings with increased usage and mileage
    • By evolving procurement to include municipal leasing options, EV business cases can become more cost justified, reducing initial upfront capital costs and realizing operational savings immediately
    • Speculation existed for EV performance, but exposure to vehicles proved effective at changing initial perceptions
    • Activity conducted since 2017

    Case Study Information

    Demonstrating environmental stewardship at a municipal level in Winter Park, Florida

    Overview

    Company: City of Winter Park, Florida
    Type: Municipal fleet
    Location: Winter Park, Florida
    Case Study Publishing Date: 2020
    Program Goals: Begin integrating EVs into the City’s fleet as part of the Winter Park’s first sustainability action plan
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Class 1 passenger vehicle; Toyota Highlander Hybrids at the end of their service life
    Vehicle Use Case: Short-distance travel by city employees
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective:In 2017, the City of Winter Park purchased its first EV, a 2017 Ford Focus with a 115 mile range. Within the first year, employees from permitting department and traffic enforcement department began expressing interest in procuring additional EVs based on their positive experience with the City’s first EV.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 5
    Types of EVs: 2017 Ford Focus
    EV Deployment Timeline: In 2017 the City purchases its first EV

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: The City relies on public charging within Winter Park
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $23,682.88 per vehicle, less federal incentives and credits
  • Vehicles were purchased through the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative resulting in a savings of $1,200 per vehicle
  • The City evolved traditional procurement from a competitive bid process to a lease agreement, allowing vehicles to be paid through a one-time, initial payment and ownership option after 24 months

  • Operations & Maintenance: N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Training was conducted for drivers
    Change Management: Initial impressions were mixed with speculation on economic benefits of EVs

    Summary

    Lessons Learned:
  • Employee Ride & Drive events helped familiarize employees with EVs and build confidence in fleet use cases; within the first year of use, initial skepticism dissipated
  • By evolving procurement to including leasing options that reduce upfront capital, EV business cases can become more cost justified by reducing initial upfront costs
  • Internal champions were critical to the project success; agility and adaptability is critical to building momentum and adoption


  • Next Steps:
  • The City learned that EVs provide more cost savings with increased usage and mileage
  • The City will be using telematics to inform future EVs to transition based on real-world usage
  • Using a data-driven approach, along with innovative procurement, the City will maximize ROI to speed fleet electrification
  • References

    Case Study Source
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). Municipal Fleet Electrification: A Case Study of Winter Park, FL. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Winter-Park-Case-Study_FINAL.pdf

    About the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative) is a joint effort by Climate Mayors, the Electrification Coalition, and Sourcewell working toward accelerating the transition of city fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). By creating a new and innovative cooperative purchasing mechanism, the Collaborative is reducing major barriers to fleet electrification for cities and other public agencies. In addition to an innovative cooperative purchasing option, the Collaborative offers a host of technical resources, analyses, and staff support, which reduces major obstacles to fleet electrification.

    About Climate Mayors
    Representing over 74 million Americans from 48 states, Climate Mayors is a diverse network of 466 U.S. city mayors who have committed to fighting climate change. Originally founded in 2014, the network’s ranks swelled to almost 400 mayors in response to the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Climate Mayors commit to taking ambitious action to meet each of their cities’ current climate goals, while working together towards achieving our national Paris targets. Climate Mayors is founded and Chaired by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, and Co-Chaired by Mayors Sylvester Turner (Houston) and Martin J. Walsh (Boston).

    About the Electrification Coalition
    The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit group committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, public health, and national security dangers caused by America’s dependence on oil. The EC works with a variety of stakeholders that represent the entire electrified transportation value chain, positioning the organization as a dedicated rallying point for an array of electrification allies.

    About Sourcewell
    Sourcewell is a self-supporting government organization, partnering with education and government agencies throughout North America. They offer a cooperative purchasing program with over 300 awarded vendors on contract. On behalf of their 50,000 members, Sourcewell conducts competitive solicitations, awarding to the most responsive and responsible vendors. The result of this cooperative effort is a high-quality selection of nationally leveraged, competitively solicited contract solutions to help create efficiencies and meet the ever-challenging needs of current and future member agencies.

    Image source:
    Isaac Babcock. Winter Park / Maitland Observer. Electric cars charge for free in Winter Park.
    https://www.orangeobserver.com/article/electric-cars-charge-free-winter-park

    City of Loveland, Colorado Municipal Fleet Electrification

    City of Loveland, Colorado Municipal Fleet Electrification logo

    Innovative procurement strategies and public/private partnerships prove positive business case for passenger class EV municipal fleets

    • The City has found Battery Electric Vehicles cost 41% less to own and operate than gas-powered vehicles
    • EVs have proven to be a cost-effective addition to the municipal fleet for local service needs
    • Municipal leasing program was utilized to reduce capital costs
    • Vehicle reliability, performance, and range all exceeded initial expectations
    • EV cost of driving was $.024 per mile versus $.146 per mile for a gas-powered vehicle
    • EV total cost of ownership was $.17 per mile versus $.29 per mile for a gas-powered vehicle
    • Activity conducted from September 2012

    Case Study Information

    The City of Loveland, Colorado has set a goal to convert 100% of its municipal fleet to EVs for vehicles where no heavy use is required and operations are within a 35 mile radius of the city

    Overview

    Company: City of Loveland
    Type: Municipal fleet electrification
    Location: Loveland, Colorado. A community of 70,000 residents in Northern Colorado
    Case Study Publishing Date: September 2013
    Fleet Size: 600 vehicles, various classes
    Program Goals: Convert 100% of municipal fleet to EVs for vehicles where no heavy use is required and within a 35 mile radius of the city
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: Passenger-class vehicles (~100 vehicles in fleet)
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Class 1 passenger vehicle
    Vehicle Use Case: Short-distance travel, <20 miles per day, annual mileage 6,000/year
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: 12 MPG, 500 gallons/year

    Case Study

    Objective: To combat escalating fuel costs and work to achieve city-wide sustainability goals, the City of Loveland began implementing EVs into their municipal fleet to evaluate cost effectiveness and overall benefits from alternative-fuel vehicle procurement.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 5
    Types of EVs: Nissan LEAF
    EV Deployment Timeline: The City unveils its first EV fleet additions in September 2012
    Miles Driven: 4,000 and 2,000 miles for each vehicle within the first seven months of operation

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Three Level 2 chargers; 5:3 vehicle-to-charger ratio
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: The City leveraged Nissan’s municipal lease program over a three year term; the program allowed the federal EV tax credit ($7,5000 per vehicle) to be incorporated into the lease directly.
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:
  • EV cost of driving was $.024 per mile versus $.146 per mile for a gas-powered vehicle
  • EV total cost of ownership was $.17 per mile versus $.29 per mile for a gas-powered vehicle

  • TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Training was conducted for drivers
    Change Management: Initial concerns existed for range anxiety, performance and reliability

    Summary

    Lessons Learned:
  • Municipal leasing programs reduce initial capital requirements allowing EVs to realize immediate savings
  • Public/private partnership with auto OEM, Nissan, and local dealers proved to be a key ingredient in market adoption
  • The City was the first public agency to use Nissan’s municipal lease purchasing plan; four months was added to the program schedule for legal diligence; however the process now takes <30 minutes
  • The municipal lease program has since been modified to pass federal tax credits through the dealer to the municipal purchaser
  • Initial concerns existed from employee perceptions about vehicle reliability, performance, and range; vehicle use quickly removed all concerns

  • Next Steps:
  • The Nissan LEAF BEVs are used daily by city employees with high satisfaction
  • The City continues to play a central role in EV community advancement, collaborating with neighboring City of Fort Collins, Colorado State University, and the Electrification Coalition, to make the region a leader in EV deployments
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Electrification Coalition Case Study. The City of Loveland: Marrying Functionality and Economics. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Loveland_Case_Study_092613.pdf

    The City of Loveland
    https://www.cityofloveland.org/

    Drive Electric Northern Colorado
    http://driveelectricnoco.org/

    Image source:
    Jenny Sparks / Loveland Reporter-Herald, https://www.reporterherald.com/2014/02/28/electric-car-push-continues-in-loveland/

    Foothill Transit Battery Electric Bus Demonstration Results

    Foothill Transit Battery Electric Bus Demonstration Results logo

    Taking the first step toward transitioning Foothill Transit’s fleet to 100% electric by 2030

    • Foothill Transit's first deployment of Battery electric buses (BEB)
    • BEBs can achieve 8 times higher fuel economy in comparison to CNG buses
    • Total maintenance costs were $0.14/mi for BEBs and $0.20/mi for CNG buses
    • Fleet management software mitigated demand charges to effectively manage energy costs
    • Foothill Transit earned approximately $126,000 of Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) credits
    • On-route fast chargers operated reliably with minimal issues and vehicle downtime
    • Foothill Transit reports there’s still a lot of learning as the agency ramps up to a larger BEB fleet
    • Activity conducted from March 2014 through December 2016

    Case Study Information

    Foothill Transit’s project goal was to fully electrify one route in its service area—Line 291—and to investigate the feasibility of the technology for other routes

    Overview

    Company: Foothill Transit
    Type: Public Transit
    Location: San Gabriel and Pomona Valley region of Los Angeles County, California
    Case Study Publishing Date: June 2017
    Fleet Size: 376 buses
    Program Goals: Test performance and viability of battery electric buses (BEBs) on a dedicated route
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: CNG buses
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Public transit bus
    Vehicle Use Case: The BEB fleet operates on Line 291, a 16.1-mile route that travels between La Verne and Pomona; the line serves a transit dependent community and has high ridership
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: 2.1 miles per diesel gallon equivalent

    Case Study

    Objective: After an initial demonstration in 2014, Foothill Transit purchased twelve next-generation BEBs from Proterra through a $10.2 million grant under the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA’s) Transit Investments for Greenhouse Gas and Energy Reduction (TIGGER) Program. Foothill Transit began operating the fleet of 12 battery electric buses (BEBs) on its Line 291, a 16.1-mile route that travels between La Verne and Pomona and routes through Pomona Transit Center where one fast charger is located for on route charging.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 12
    Types of EVs: Proterra 35’ composite body buses with on-route charging capabilities
    EV Deployment Timeline:
  • March 2014: Foothill Transit began operating the new fleet of electric buses on line 291
  • April 2014 through July 2015: initial testing period
  • August 2015 through December 2016: second testing period

  • Miles Driven: BEBs operated 501,037 miles over 58,497 hours of operation

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Two Eaton 500 kW DCFC chargers, with two charge heads, capable of charging in less than 10 minutes per bus
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: $665,000 (install and charger); Foothill Transit has a contract with Proterra to maintain the chargers and associated equipment at a cost of $1,500 per month

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $904,490
    Foothill Transit purchased the buses in 2013 with delivery in 2014. However, the purchase price for BEBs continues to decrease over time, Foothill Transit costs have dropped from $1.2 million to just under $800,000 per BEV
  • 2009 - 35-ft BE35 fast charge buses - $1,200,000
  • 2013 - 35-ft BE35 fast charge buses - $904,490
  • 2014 - 40-ft Catalyst fast charge buses - $825,000
  • 2015 - 40-ft Catalyst extended range buses - $789,000

  • Operations & Maintenance Costs:
  • BEB availability was slightly lower at 90% compared to 93% for the CNG baseline buses
  • During the data period, Foothill Transit paid an average of $0.17/kWh for electricity for the BEBs and $0.96/gge for CNG
  • Energy cost for the BEB fleet equates to $0.37 per mile in comparison to CNG buses on the same route at $.50 per mile
  • To avoid demand chargers, Foothill Transit worked with Proterra to provide fleet management software that manages rate schedules and charge management resulting in a lower electricity cost over time
  • Average per-mile maintenance costs were $0.21/mi for BEBs and $0.22/mi for CNG buses
  • The total maintenance cost is $0.14/mi for BEBs and $0.20/mi for CNG buses

  • TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Training was conducted for drivers, operations, and maintenance staff
    Change Management: Deployment and training were relatively simple with no challenges

    Summary

    Lessons Learned:
  • The current fleet of twelve 35-ft BEBs continues to operate well, accumulating more than 902,000 miles (as of December 2016)
  • Route reviews are essential to right-fit BEBs based on driving range, duty cycle, and charging opportunities
  • Agencies could benefit from conducting route analysis and simulations to meet the range requirements
  • Short-range, on-route-charged buses are inflexible and cannot be deployed at other service routes that do not connect to an on-route charging location
  • Route schedules need to be adjusted to accommodate BEB charging time
  • Higher use of air conditioning lowers the effective range in hotter months; summer schedules are adjusted to account for more charging time
  • On-route fast chargers operated reliably with minimal issues, none of which resulted in downtime for the buses
  • Foothill Transit’s combined BEB fleet (17 buses) has been charged more than 119,000 times since the fast chargers were installed.
  • Availability of the two charging heads was 98% and 99%.
  • Proterra reports that the high voltage batteries are showing little to no signs of capacity degradation to date, and current estimates show they may last for up to 12 years

  • Foothill Transit earned approximately $126,000 of Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) credits
  • Foothill Transit reports that there is still a lot of learning as the agency ramps up to a larger BEB fleet

  • Next Steps:
  • Foothill Transit’s combined fleet includes 17 Proterra BEBs including three first-generation BEBs and two new 40-ft BEBs
  • The BEB fleet has driven more than 1,134,000 miles
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Leslie Eudy, L., and & Jeffers, M (2017). National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Foothill Transit Battery Electric Bus Demonstration Results: Second Report. https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy17osti/67698.pdf

    About NREL
    NREL is a national laboratory of the U.S. Department of Energy Office of Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy. Operated by the Alliance for Sustainable Energy, LLC. The full case study is available at no cost from the National Renewable Energy
    Laboratory (NREL) at www.nrel.gov/publications.

    Image source:
    CalTransit. https://caltransit.org/about/50-years/member-profiles/foothill-transit/

    Massachusetts Pilot for Electric School Bus Deployments

    Massachusetts Pilot for Electric School Bus Deployments logo

    Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources partners with three school districts to test battery electric buses in cold weather environments

    • Electric school buses present a viable vehicle technology for school bus operations
    • Electric school buses produce fewer greenhouse gases versus diesel school buses
    • Key learning for importance of facilitating vehicle and charging infrastructure procurement in tandem
    • Fueling costs were not lower for the electric school buses than traditional diesel buses
    • Bus efficiency ranged from 1.3-1.4 kWh per mile with a 70-80 mile range
    • Unmanaged charging and high vampire loads resulted in excess demand
    • Managed charging identified as critical to total cost of ownership
    • Bus operating efficiency tended to be lower in lower temperatures
    • Electric buses encountered a number of mechanical and logistical challenges
    • OEM engagement was critical for pilot success and future product development
    • Level 2 charging was deemed cost effective charging for the pilot
    • V2G or V2B (Vehicle to Grid/Building) electric school bus systems determined not yet cost-effective
    • Pilot underscores value of training and change management planning for EV deployments
    • Activity conducted from Fall 2015 through February 2018

    Case Study Information

    Piloting battery electric buses for lowered emissions and improved air quality for students in Massachusetts

    Overview

    Company: Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) with funding from the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative and support from Vermont Energy Investment Corporation. Participating School Districts include Amherst Regional Public School District (Amherst), Cambridge Public School District (Cambridge), and Concord Public School District (Concord)
    Type: School Buses
    Location: Massachusetts
    Case Study Publishing Date: April 20, 2018
    Fleet Size: Various
  • Amherst Regional Public School: privately operated 10-vehicle fleet supported one single technician
  • Cambridge Public School District: privately operated transporting 2,500 students
  • Concord Public School District: transporting over 3,400 students from Concord, Carlisle, and two local private schools

  • Program Goals: Compare real-world GHG reductions, fuel efficiency benefits, operational costs compared to diesel buses, and V2G capabilities for a school district bus electrification. Further, evaluate EV school bus viability and technology in cold weather environments.
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: Diesel school buses
    Replacement Vehicle Class Class C school buses
    Vehicle Use Case: Student busing between 35-45 miles per day
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: Amherst Regional Public School District (Amherst), Cambridge Public School District (Cambridge), and Concord Public School District (Concord) deployed one electric school within their school district as a first-of-its-kind cold weather pilot for 279 days.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 3; 1 per participating school district
    Types of EVs: Lion eLion Class C battery electric school bus with 104 kWh battery and 75 mile range
    EV Deployment Timeline:
  • Fall of 2015: project was initiated in the
  • June 2016-January 2017: procurement, site preparations and vehicle readiness
  • February 2017-February 2018: vehicle deployment, training, and ongoing evaluation

  • Miles Driven: 13,902 miles

    CHARGING OVERVIEW:
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2
    Original pilot called for bidirectional charging (V2G or V2x); however technology was deemed cost prohibitive. Cost estimates ranged from $162,500 – $227,500 for on board system requirements, and $140,400 - $270,400 for off board system requirements.
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: $3,000-$10,000

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $327,500 per vehicle
    The project included $400,000 in grants
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:
  • Fuel economy was 2.38 average kWh/m
  • Electric vehicle energy costs were $7,240 over the course of the pilot
  • Estimated diesel equivalent buses would have cost $4,413
  • Demand charges made up a significant portion of total costs: $2,608 and can be reduced with managed charging.
  • Maintenance costs were not collected for the three electric school buses nor comparable diesel buses from the participating school districts.
  • All electric buses had reliability or mechanical issues, ranging from noisy cooling fans, to charger failures, to bus breakdowns while in service

  • TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: School districts experienced challenges with inadequate training
    Change Management: Charging costs were estimated to be 63% higher than necessary inadequate change management

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • Electric buses emitted 10.2 tons GHG in the pilot vs. 23.7 tons GHG that would have been emitted by a diesel
  • Bus efficiency ranged from 1.3 to 1.4 kilowatt-hours (kWh) per mile, providing a range of 70 to 80 miles.
  • Total average consumption is 2.38 average efficiency (kWh/m)
  • Participating school districts encountered a number of mechanical and logistical challenges
  • OEM addressed issues during and after pilot and re-deployed vehicles with zero reported operational issues
  • All three of the deployed buses were out of service for a relatively high number of days and logged fewer than half as many miles than the average diesel bus
  • Unmanaged charging and high vampire loads contributed to electric bus energy costs being 63% higher than necessary
  • Energy savings from electric school buses were much smaller than anticipated, due primarily to uncontrolled charging
  • High vampire loads were associated with auxiliary fans and heaters used to heat or cool batteries during charging
  • Fueling costs were not lower for the electric school buses versus traditional diesel buses

    Lessons Learned:
  • Electric school buses present a viable vehicle technology that can reliably be deployed in school bus operations
  • Electric school buses are energy efficient and produce fewer greenhouse gases as compared with diesel school buses
  • Procurement processes should be run in tandem for vehicle acquisition and charging infrastructure
  • Bus operating efficiency decreased in lower temperatures
  • Electric school bus range increased with temperature
  • Managed charging of buses will dramatically affect energy savings and total cost of ownership
  • Charging should occur at off peak times e.g. charged at night, rather than during the day when electricity use is already high
  • Coordination with local utility's early-on is critical to understanding rate structures and demand charges
  • V2G or V2B electric school bus systems are not cost-effective at present. Any V2X system would present relatively high risk to participating school districts and require close management by school or district staff to realize financial savings.
  • Developing a proactive charging plan is critical to managing cost-effective operations
  • The buses were early models and different from the Lion buses in production at the pilot’s conclusion.
  • Lion learned from the issues the school districts experienced and worked to improve their technology


  • Next Steps:
  • Though the pilot has ended, the school districts still operate the electric buses and DOER continues to evaluate their impact. Amherst, Cambridge, and Concord report data weekly to the Department of Energy Resources
  • Through a vehicle lifecycle cost comparison, Concord is developing a plan to transition 80% of its bus fleet to electric.
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Vermont Energy Investment Corporation. Electric School Bus Pilot Project Evaluation. https://www.mass.gov/files/documents/2018/04/30/Mass%20DOER%20EV%20school%20bus%20pilot%20final%20report_.pdf

    Alternative Fuels Data Center. Case Study: Massachusetts School Fleets Get Answers through Electric Bus Testing. https://afdc.energy.gov/case/3092

    About Massachusetts Clean Cities
    The Massachusetts Clean Cities works with vehicle fleets, fuel providers, community leaders, and other stakeholders to save energy and promote the use of domestic fuels and advanced vehicle technologies in transportation.

    Image source:
    Alternative Fuels Data Center. https://afdc.energy.gov/case/3092

    FedEx Express Global Lessons Learned

    FedEx Express Global Lessons Learned logo

    FedEx Express shares lessons learned from global fleet electrification

    • EVs are deployed in urban areas with low variability and maximum daily distance
    • Two major barriers to fleet adoption are battery right sizing and vehicle life optimization
    • EVs require a managed transition for maintenance staff
    • Charging infrastructure and maintenance has presented a variety of challenges
    • OEM engagement is necessary to diversify range and right-size battery capacity
    • Activity conducted since 2005

    Case Study Information

    Pioneering EV fleet integration and OEM advancements for over a decade globally

    Overview

    Company: FedEx Express
    Type: Light- and Medium-Duty Trucks
    Location: London, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Memphis, New York, Paris
    Case Study Publishing Date: 2012
    Fleet Size: 45,000 vehicles
    Program Goals: Target 20% improvement in on-road fuel economy by 2020; reduce operational costs in low-emission zones (LEZs) and Congestion Charge Zones (CCZ) globally
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Class 1-2, Class 3, Class 4-6 Trucks
    Vehicle Use Case: Urban delivery service
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: Target 20% improvement in on-road fuel economy by 2020; reduce operational costs in low-emission zones (LEZs) and Congestion Charge Zones (CCZ) globally

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 97 EVs in 2012
    Types of EVs: Smith Electric Vehicles, Navistar, Freightliner, and Ford
    EV Deployment Timeline:
  • June 2005: FedEx Express deploys its first hybrid fleet
  • 2008: FedEx Express was among the first companies working to deploy battery electric vehicles in its global fleet
  • June 2012: More than 130 PEVs are deployed globally, including 58 battery electric (EVs) in the United States

  • CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: FedEx limits the number of vehicles and chargers deployed at each facility to mitigate costs. Deployments are designed to ensure off peak charging does not exceed an individual facility’s peak load to avoid excessive demand charges.
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: $10,000 per level for charging equipment including hardware and installation

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: Purchase prices remain high for EVs; to reduce this, FedEx is working directly with OEMs to diversify range and right-size battery capacity to more closely fit route needs. For example, urban trucks may only require 15-20 miles, not 100 mile range as is the case with most EVs today.
    Operations & Maintenance Costs: N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: OEM-level trainings are conducted regularly
    Change Management: EVs require a managed transition for maintenance staff; initial concerns existed for performance and cost-effectiveness.

    Summary

    Lessons Learned:
  • EVs are deployed in urban areas with low variability and maximum daily distance to maximize operational savings potential
  • Maintenance and vehicle reliability for EVs performed worse than forecasted; fuel savings, vehicle performance, and range performed as expected, and driver satisfaction, impact on corporate image, and on-site charging infrastructure exceeded expectations
  • The total cost of ownership remains high with EVs due to initial purchase price
  • Two major barriers to fleet adoption are battery right sizing and vehicle life optimization
  • FedEx is working directly with OEMs to diversify range and right-size battery capacity
  • EVs require a managed transition for maintenance staff; FedEx Express is investing in OEM-level training and joint IP development
  • Charging infrastructure and maintenance has presented a variety challenges; EVs deployments are evaluated based on location-specific charging capacity and requirements to manage demand costs
  • Public charging infrastructure presents an opportunity for on-route charging, augmenting the business case for EVs vs ICEs as fuel stations in inner cities are becoming scarce.

  • Next Steps:
  • FedEx Express continues to work directly with OEMs and other industry stakeholders to advance vehicle requirements and charging infrastructure needs based on real-world use cases
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Nigro, Nick, Seki, Stephanie. Atlas Public Policy. Electrifying Ride-Hail Services September 2018. http://evsharedmobility.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Electrifying_Ride-Hail_Services.pdf

    About Atlas Public Policy
    Atlas Public Policy’s mission is to equip businesses and policymakers to make strategic, informed decisions through the greater use of technology that aggregates publicly available information. Atlas arms our audience with the information necessary to encourage the use of new technologies and products along with changes in consumer behavior.

    Image source:
    GM. https://media.gm.com/media/us/en/gm/home.detail.html/content/Pages/news/us/en/2018/mar/0302-maven-austin.html

    Public Transit Trolley Pilot in San Francisco Bay Area

    Public Transit Trolley Pilot in San Francisco Bay Area logo

    Evaluating cost effectiveness and fleet electrification viability for battery electric vehicles within the San Francisco Bay Area

    • Electric buses present a viable vehicle technology for public transit operations
    • Electric buses produce fewer greenhouse gases versus diesel buses
    • County Connection will reduce its emissions by over 154 tons of CO2 per year
    • Maintenance costs for Battery Electric Busses (BEBs) were 13% less than that of diesel equivalent buses
    • The battery fleet’s fuel economy was 3.8 times higher than diesel equivalent buses
    • The agency plans to save nearly $50,000 per year in fuel savings
    • BEBs fuel economy was 2.84 kWh/mile or 13.3 miles per diesel gallon equivalent
    • Comparable diesel buses realized 5.1 miles per diesel gallon
    • Maintenance costs were $.39 per mile total for battery electric buses with a 76.9% average availability
    • Diesel equivalent buses realized $.44 per mile with a 85.5% average availability
    • On-route charging is critical to effective operations
    • Maintenance teams were unable to take-on end-to-end responsibilities to fully maintain BEBs
    • OEM engagement is critical to advancing vehicle and charging requirements based on real-world driving conditions
    • Activity conducted from June 2017 - May 2018

    Case Study Information

    Piloting four battery electric buses to evaluate future fleet electrification possibilities within San Francisco

    Overview

    Company: Central Contra Costa Transit Authority (County Connection)
    Location: San Francisco Bay Area, California
    Case Study Publishing Date: December 2018
    Fleet Size: 121 fully accessible transit buses and 63 paratransit vehicles
    Program Goals: Evaluate cost effectiveness and fleet electrification viability for battery electric vehicles within public transit
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: Diesel trolley replicas at the end of their expected service life
    Replacement Vehicle Class Public transit trolley bus
    Vehicle Use Case: Public transportation on a free circulator route through San Francisco
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: 3.1 miles per gallon

    Case Study

    Objective: In January 2017 County Connection began operating a fleet of four battery electric buses (BEBs) in its service area. Performance was tracked and analyzed from June 2017 through May 2018.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 4
    Types of EVs: Gillig/BAE Systems 29-ft Trolley-replica buses built by Gillig with BAE electric propulsion system
    EV Deployment Timeline:
  • January 2017: electric bus fleet operations begins
  • June 2017 - May 2018: timeframe of fleet performance and analysis

  • Miles Driven: 65,000

    CHARGING OVERVIEW:
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2, WAVE induction charging
    Two plug-in chargers at the facility for overnight charging averaging 126 minutes for total charge time per vehicle
    One 50-kW WAVE inductive charging pad for wireless charging during scheduled layovers; average charge time of 6.9 minutes

    Charging Infrastructure Cost: ~$105,000

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $1,053,689 per vehicle
    The project was funded from a $4.32million FTA Clean Fuels grants
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:
  • Fuel economy was 13.3 mpdge
  • Electric vehicle energy costs were $.73/mile over the course of the pilot
  • Total operating cost per mile ($/mi) for electric buses were $1.11 per mile compared to $.84 from diesel comparable vehicles

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Training was conducted for staff and operators
    Change Management: Deploying BEBs presents a new technology for for transit staff to take over all maintenance responsibilities after the warranty period ends; staff did not have the skill set needed to fully maintain BEBs
  • Summary

    Program Results:
  • The battery buses averaged between 950 and 1,300 miles per month, with an overall fleet average of 1,074 monthly miles per bus
  • The battery fleet’s fuel economy was 3.8 times higher than that of the diesel trolley buses operated on the same service route and 2.6 times higher than that of the diesel buses operated on all the County Connection routes
  • Maintenance costs for the battery buses were 13% less than that of the diesel buses
  • The monthly energy consumption for inductive charging averaged 8,725 kWh
  • Plug-in charging averaged 105 charges per month and 2,658 kWh energy consumption per month
  • Fuel economy fluctuated with temperature, decreasing during months over 80°F, averaging 13.3 mpdge
  • The average fuel cost per mile for the battery fleet during the evaluation period was $0.73/mi
  • Diesel buses were less sensitive to seasonal variations
  • The charging efficiency for depot charging was 92.8% and the efficiency of the inductive charging was 85.2%
  • The battery fleet’s total propulsion-related maintenance cost were 28% lower than that of the diesel buses.
  • Total operating cost per mile for electric buses was $1.11 per mile, compared to $.84 from diesel comparable vehicles


    Lessons Learned:
  • On-route charging is critical to effective operations
  • Induction charging was not as effective as possible due to prioritization of requirements for reliability and system uptime
  • Change management plans are critical to cost-effective operations; ensuring proactive charging and reduced demand charges
  • Maintenance teams were unable to take-on end-to-end responsibilities to fully maintain BEBs
  • The agency worked closely with the manufacturers to address early issues with charging and bus maintenance; availability was much higher during the last 8 months of the pilot with an average availability of 84.7%


  • Next Steps:
  • County Connection continues to operate the electric buses
  • In early 2020 the agency was awarded a second FTA grand to purchase additional electric buses; the agency is evaluating all its routes to determine candidate routes and vehicles
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Eudy, Leslie and Jeffers, Matthew. National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Zero-Emission Bus Evaluation Results:
    County Connection Battery Electric
    Buses.
    https://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy19osti/72864.pdf

    About Central Contra Costa Transit Authority (County Connection)
    County Connection provides fixed-route and paratransit bus service for communities in Central Contra Costa County.

    Project Stakeholders: The U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT), DOT’s Research, Development, and Technology Office (OST-R), Federal Transit Administration (FTA), U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), DOE’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL)

    Image source:
    County Connection. http://countyconnection.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/DSCN1339-R--1024x768.jpg

    Vermont Municipal Case Studies

    Vermont Municipal Case Studies logo

    Evaluating cost-effectiveness of municipal fleet electrification utilizing municipal leasing programs

    • EVs represent an opportunity for municipalities to advance energy and climate goals
    • EVs improve the quality of life for residents due to reduced noise and no tailpipe emissions
    • The business case for electrification benefits from higher mileage and vehicle utilization
    • EV applications need to be tailored to vehicle model and range for optimal utilization
    • EVs are less expensive than internal combustion engine vehicles
    • Fleets will benefit from expanded models of EVs to right-size applications with vehicles as the market matures
    • Activity conducted from October 2013 through October 2016

    Case Study Information

    Electric vehicles are a key strategy within the State of Vermont’s Comprehensive Energy Plan (CEP) in order to meet renewable energy goals, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve air quality and save consumers money

    Overview

    Company: Vermont Municipal Case Studies including the municipalities of Jericho, Milton, Winooski, and the Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission
    Type: Municipal fleet
    Location: Vermont
    Case Study Publishing Date: June 2016
    Fleet Size: N/A
    Program Goals: Leverage special leasing program to begin implementing EVs into municipal fleets to achieve goals established in the State of Vermont’s Comprehensive Energy Plan (CEP)
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: Various diesel, gas, and personal travel / mileage reimbursement
  • Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission: Mileage reimbursement from personal travel
  • Town of Milton: 2002 Chevrolet Malibu
  • City of Winooski: The city removed five older vehicles from their fleet including an unmarked police car, a diesel truck, a sedan and two pick-up trucks

  • Replacement Vehicle Class Light-duty passenger class
    Vehicle Use Case: Various; primarily short-distance travel
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: In 2013, Vermont municipalities were presented with an opportunity to lease Mitsubishi i-MiEVs through a special leasing program offering the vehicles at $110 a month for three years with no down payment.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 7 total
  • Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission: 2
  • Town of Milton: 1
  • City of Winooski: 4

  • Types of EVs: Mitsubishi i-MiEVs
    EV Deployment Timeline: October 2013 - October 2016
    Miles Driven:
  • Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission: 7,000 miles/year
  • Town of Milton: ~5,000 miles/year
  • City of Winooski: ~1,200 miles/year

  • CHARGING OVERVIEW:
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 public charging
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: Various
  • City of Winooski: $1,600 for the unit and installation
    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: Municipal leasing program for $110 a month for three years with no down payment
    Operations & Maintenance Costs: N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: No special training was required for drivers
    Change Management: Deployment and training were relatively simple with no challenges
  • Summary

    Program Results:
    Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission:
  • Employee reimbursement has proved more cost-effective than operating an electric vehicle; it costs CCRPC approximately $10,000 more a year to operate EVs due to fixed costs, variable usage, and non-optimized utilization
    Town of Milton:
  • The town saved approximately $1,500 in fuel costs
    City of Winooski:
  • The city saved 38% on equivalent fuel costs


  • Lessons Learned:
    Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission:
  • The Planning Commission had both positive and negative experiences with EVs
  • EVs were successfully transitioned into fleets with no employee complains regarding vehicle performance
    Town of Milton:
  • The city had both positive and negative experiences with EVs
  • The city realized economic savings but struggled to find practical applications the EVs in cold weather months
  • EVs were successfully transitioned into fleets with no employee complains regarding vehicle performance
    City of Winooski:
  • The city has had a positive experience with EV, realizing cost savings and reducing noise pollution improving quality of life
  • EVs were successfully transitioned into fleets with no employee complains regarding vehicle performance

    Next Steps:
    Chittenden County Regional Planning Commission:
  • CCRPC continues to provide vehicles for employee use to work toward achieving state climate and energy goals
    Town of Milton:
  • The town continues to operate EVs
    City of Winooski:
  • The city continues to operate EVs
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Vermont Energy Investment Corporation. Electric Vehicle Fleet Case Studies 2016. https://www.ccrpcvt.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/V2-FINAL-CCRPC_EV_Fleet_CaseStudies_CCRPC.pdf

    Image source:
    Photo credit: Gina Campoli. https://accd.vermont.gov/sites/accdnew/files/documents/CD/CPR/2019_EVSE_Program_Description_and_Application_Round_2_FINAL_190320.pdf

    Des Moines, Iowa Municipal Fleet Leasing

    Des Moines, Iowa Municipal Fleet Leasing logo

    The City of Des Moines, Iowa discovers cost-effective procurement strategy to begin transitioning EVs into their municipal fleet

    • The City of Des Moines was able to procure 4 Nissan Leaf EVs using a municipal lease program
    • By evolving procurement to include municipal leasing options, EV business cases can become more cost justified, reducing initial upfront capital costs and realizing operational savings immediately
    • Activity conducted since 2019

    Case Study Information

    Demonstrating environmental stewardship at a municipal level in Des Moines, Iowa

    Overview

    Company: The City of Des Moines, Iowa
    Type: Municipal fleet
    Location: Des Moines, Iowa
    Case Study Publishing Date: November 2020
    Program Goals: Explore fleet leasing as a viable alternative to vehicle purchasing
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Class 1 passenger vehicle
    Vehicle Use Case: Short-distance travel by city employees in the Community Development Department
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective:The City of Des Moines, Iowa engaged with the The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing
    Collaborative to identify suitable vehicles for EV replacement and explore cost-effective procurement strategies via a municipal leasing program

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 4
    Types of EVs: Nissan Leaf
    EV Deployment Timeline: 2020

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: N/A
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $23,899 per vehicle, less federal incentives and credits
  • Vehicles were purchased through the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative resulting in a savings of $7,700 per vehicle compared to MSRP
  • The City evolved traditional procurement from a competitive bid process to a lease agreement, allowing vehicles to be paid through two annual payments and a 36 month closed-end lease term with a $5,578 residual buyout

  • Operations & Maintenance: N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: N/A
    Change Management: N/A

    Summary

    Lessons Learned:
  • Structuring procurement via a municipal lease allowed the City to experience immediate cost-parity compared to light-duty municipal sedans, not including incremental savings from reduced fuel spend
  • By evolving procurement to including leasing options that reduce upfront capital, EV business cases can become more cost justified by reducing initial upfront costs
  • Private leasing allows the City to apply the federal electric vehicle tax credit to each vehicle
  • Utilizing a closed-ended lease program allows the cCity to test the vehicles and decide wether to keep or replace with new models


  • Next Steps:
  • The City plans to utilize EVs as they work toward developing a comprehensive climate action plan
  • References

    Case Study Source
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). Saving Money with Electric Vehicle Leasing November 2020. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Leasing-Case-Study-Final-11.24.2020.pdf

    About the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative) is a joint effort by Climate Mayors, the Electrification Coalition, and Sourcewell working toward accelerating the transition of city fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). By creating a new and innovative cooperative purchasing mechanism, the Collaborative is reducing major barriers to fleet electrification for cities and other public agencies. In addition to an innovative cooperative purchasing option, the Collaborative offers a host of technical resources, analyses, and staff support, which reduces major obstacles to fleet electrification.

    About Climate Mayors
    Representing over 74 million Americans from 48 states, Climate Mayors is a diverse network of 466 U.S. city mayors who have committed to fighting climate change. Originally founded in 2014, the network’s ranks swelled to almost 400 mayors in response to the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Climate Mayors commit to taking ambitious action to meet each of their cities’ current climate goals, while working together towards achieving our national Paris targets. Climate Mayors is founded and Chaired by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, and Co-Chaired by Mayors Sylvester Turner (Houston) and Martin J. Walsh (Boston).

    About the Electrification Coalition
    The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit group committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, public health, and national security dangers caused by America’s dependence on oil. The EC works with a variety of stakeholders that represent the entire electrified transportation value chain, positioning the organization as a dedicated rallying point for an array of electrification allies.

    City of Austin Municipal Fleet Electrification

    City of Austin Municipal Fleet Electrification logo

    Highlighting light-duty success from an early adopter in municipal fleet electrification

    • The City of Austin has been mobilizing on a carbon neutral fleet since 2007
    • The City has electrified 5.36% of its fleet
    • Telematics is utilized to evaluate vehicle eligibility and model cost savings
    • Bulk purchasing and non-traditional procurement has been critical to success
    • Model availability for EVs continues to be a barrier for fleet electrification
    • Integrated mobility is a cornerstone to the City's carbon neutral strategy
    • Activity as of September 2020

    Case Study Information

    Demonstrating leadership at a municipal-level for clean, equitable transportation while working to achieve Austin’s city-wide carbon neutral fleet goal

    Overview

    Company: City of Austin
    Type: Municipal fleet
    Location: Austin, Texas
    Case Study Publishing Date: September 2020
    Fleet Size: 6,000 vehicles including light-, medium-, and heavy-duty trucks, sedans, vans and equipment
    Program Goals: Municipal fleet electrification aligned with the City's carbon neutral fleet goals
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Light-duty vehicles
    Vehicle Use Case: Short-distance travel by city employees
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective:In 2007, the City of Austin established a goal to achieve a carbon neutral fleet by 2020. The City has been actively working to transition their fleet and utilizes telematics to identify eligible vehicles. Electric vehicles have been allocated across departments to help normalize EVs across the city.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 300
    Types of EVs: Kia Niro, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, Chevrolet Bolt, Toyota Prius PRIME, Ford Fusion Energi, Ford F-150 XL PHEV
    EV Deployment Timeline: Ongoing since 2007

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 charging, public charging
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: The City has leveraged the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative for bulk purchasing outside of the traditional public bid process, saving an average of $1,300 per vehicle
    Operations & Maintenance: N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Employee trainings are held to provide practical information and Q&A
    Change Management: N/A

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • 10% of the City's eligible vehicles have been converted to EVs; this number represents 5.36% of the City's total fleet
  • Telematics data has indicated that the City could save $3.5M dollars over ten years through fleet electrification

    Lessons Learned:
  • Model availability for EVs continues to be a barrier for fleet electrification
  • Bulk purchasing through stakeholders such as the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative help reduce capital costs and build market capacity by signaling market demand to manufacturers
  • The City has looked holistically at EV transitions and carbon neutrality, including utilizing mass transit and other forms of mobility as alternatives vehicle replacement


  • Next Steps:
  • The City plans to have 330 EVs in their municipal fleet by end of 2020
  • The City also plans for twelve electric transit buses by end of 2020, equivalent to reducing 600 personal vehicles
  • References

    Case Study Source
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). Municipal Fleet Electrification: A case Study of Austin, TX September 2020. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Austin-Case-Study-Final-11.13.2020.pdf

    About the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative) is a joint effort by Climate Mayors, the Electrification Coalition, and Sourcewell working toward accelerating the transition of city fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). By creating a new and innovative cooperative purchasing mechanism, the Collaborative is reducing major barriers to fleet electrification for cities and other public agencies. In addition to an innovative cooperative purchasing option, the Collaborative offers a host of technical resources, analyses, and staff support, which reduces major obstacles to fleet electrification.

    About Climate Mayors
    Representing over 74 million Americans from 48 states, Climate Mayors is a diverse network of 466 U.S. city mayors who have committed to fighting climate change. Originally founded in 2014, the network’s ranks swelled to almost 400 mayors in response to the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Climate Mayors commit to taking ambitious action to meet each of their cities’ current climate goals, while working together towards achieving our national Paris targets. Climate Mayors is founded and Chaired by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, and Co-Chaired by Mayors Sylvester Turner (Houston) and Martin J. Walsh (Boston).

    About the Electrification Coalition
    The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit group committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, public health, and national security dangers caused by America’s dependence on oil. The EC works with a variety of stakeholders that represent the entire electrified transportation value chain, positioning the organization as a dedicated rallying point for an array of electrification allies.

    Image Source
    City of Austin. https://twitter.com/austintexasgov/status/1144350983591538690/photo/1

    City of Ann Arbor Municipal Fleet Electrification

    City of Ann Arbor Municipal Fleet Electrification logo

    Demonstrating municipal leadership with fleet electrification following the city’s Green Fleets Policy

    • The City of Ann Arbor was able to procure 3 Chevrolet Bolt EVs using a municipal lease program
    • The pilot deployment was well received by City staff
    • EVs are charged in visible locations to increase public awareness and adoption
    • Peer-to-peer sharing and collaboration helped eliminate roadblocks
    • Establishing a working partnership with The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative was critical to establishing policy and finding creative financing solutions for EV fleet integration
    • Activity conducted since 2019

    Case Study Information

    Demonstrating environmental stewardship at a municipal level in Ann Arbor, Michigan

    Overview

    Company: The City of City of Ann Arbor
    Type: Municipal fleet
    Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
    Case Study Publishing Date: June 2020
    Fleet Size: 215 vehicles
    Program Goals: Municipal fleet EV purchase aligned with Ann Arbor's carbon neutral policy
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Class 1 light-duty vehicles
    Vehicle Use Case: Short-distance travel by city employees in the motor pool, the water treatment plan, and code enforcement divisions
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective:After an update to the City's Green Fleets Policy in 2018, the City of Ann Arbor's City Council directed City staff to begin incorporating EVs into their municipal fleet wherever possible. The City established a working partnership with the The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative to develop strategies and policies for light-duty fleet electrification. In 2019, the City conducted a pilot to evaluate viability of EV fleet electrification.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 3
    Types of EVs: 2019 Chevrolet Bolt
    EV Deployment Timeline: 2019
    Ann Arbor’s City Council passed their Climate Action Plan at the end of 2012 with a goal to reduce community-wide emissions by 25% by 2025 and 90% by 2050. At the time, no goals were set for city fleets.

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 charging
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: N/A
    Operations & Maintenance: N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: N/A
    Change Management: N/A

    Summary

    Lessons Learned:
  • The pilot deployment was well received by City staff
  • The City learned that aligning fleet replacements with end of life cycles allows for stronger EV business cases
  • Creative procurement alternatives such as municipal leasing reduce and/or eliminate capital requirements to catalyze EV programs
  • Alternative funding sources from state and federal funding programs such as the Michigan Volkswagen Settlement funding, FTA Low or No Emission Program, and various other incentives are a critical component to mobilizing on policy goals


  • Next Steps:
  • The City's Fleet Plan now reflects considerations for life cycle costs, fuel type and fuel efficiency standards
  • The City has expanded their fleet electrification goals committing to a total of 20 EV and PHEVs in 2019-2020
  • References

    Case Study Source
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). Municipal Fleet Electrification: A case Study of Ann Arbor, MI June 2020. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Ann-Arbor-New-Case-Study-Final-9.10.2020.pdf

    About the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative) is a joint effort by Climate Mayors, the Electrification Coalition, and Sourcewell working toward accelerating the transition of city fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). By creating a new and innovative cooperative purchasing mechanism, the Collaborative is reducing major barriers to fleet electrification for cities and other public agencies. In addition to an innovative cooperative purchasing option, the Collaborative offers a host of technical resources, analyses, and staff support, which reduces major obstacles to fleet electrification.

    About Climate Mayors
    Representing over 74 million Americans from 48 states, Climate Mayors is a diverse network of 466 U.S. city mayors who have committed to fighting climate change. Originally founded in 2014, the network’s ranks swelled to almost 400 mayors in response to the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Climate Mayors commit to taking ambitious action to meet each of their cities’ current climate goals, while working together towards achieving our national Paris targets. Climate Mayors is founded and Chaired by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, and Co-Chaired by Mayors Sylvester Turner (Houston) and Martin J. Walsh (Boston).

    About the Electrification Coalition
    The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit group committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, public health, and national security dangers caused by America’s dependence on oil. The EC works with a variety of stakeholders that represent the entire electrified transportation value chain, positioning the organization as a dedicated rallying point for an array of electrification allies.

    Image Source
    City of Ann Arbor Michigan. https://www.a2gov.org/a2energy/homeowner/pages/plug-in-electric-vehicles.aspx

    Amazon.com Global Test Pilot for Light-Duty Urban Logistics

    Amazon.com Global Test Pilot for Light-Duty Urban Logistics logo

    Testing cost-effectiveness of delivery fleet electrification to achieve long-term energy and sustainability goals

    • 100% of all tailpipe emissions have been eliminated
    • Fuel savings were more than 50% in Europe
    • Real-world range was 19% lower than standardized testing
    • Fuel economy ranged from 44 - 145 miles per diesel gallon equivalent (MPDGE)
    • Charge management software is critical to managing demand charges
    • Driver feedback has been mixed
    • Global EV fleets will be critical to cost-effective operations in low emission zones
    • Last miles delivery is a suitable application for fleet electrification
    • Amazon.com recommends fleets pursue electrification for urban delivery trucks
    • Activity conducted from June through December 2018

    Case Study Information

    Amazon.com completed a six month pilot in France, Italy, and Spain for Class 1 passenger vehicles and Class 2 urban delivery vans

    Overview

    Company: Amazon.com
    Type: Urban logistics / delivery trucks
    Location: France, Italy, and Spain
    Case Study Publishing Date: N/A
    Fleet Size: 30,000 delivery vehicles and 20,000 branded trailers
    Program Goals: Test operational impacts for electric delivery vans within three target markets to enable the transition of EVs and work toward achieving Amazon's long-term goal of powering its global infrastructure using 100% renewable energy
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: Mixed; diesel and gas Class 1 and Class 2 urban delivery vans
    Replacement Vehicle Class Class 1 urban delivery vans
    Vehicle Use Case: Local, short-distance delivery with low speeds and high stopping frequency
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: XXX

    Case Study

    Objective: Test real-world implications of EV fleet electrification by deploying Class 1 delivery vans equipped with telematics in three target city's worldwide including Paris, Milan and Madrid representing a wide range of operating temperatures

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: N/A
    Types of EVs: Multiple EV models were operated and monitored
    EV Deployment Timeline: June and December 2018
    Miles Driven: >20,000 miles

    CHARGING OVERVIEW:
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 charging
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: EV procurement costs were 20-50% higher
    Operations & Maintenance Costs: Maintenance was not a primary objective of this testing and not actively tracked

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Basic training was provided, no special training requirements
    Change Management: Driver feedback has been mixed; concerns existed for range anxiety and performance

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • Real-world range was 19% lower than standardized test cycle results
  • Fuel savings were more than 50% in Europe
  • Fuel economy ranged from 44 - 145 miles per diesel gallon equivalent (MPDGE)
  • Significant range loss was experienced in cold temperature
  • Vehicle procurement is currently estimated at 20 to 50 percent premium

    Lessons Learned:
  • Expanded charging infrastructure will be required for widespread fleet deployments
  • No special training was required of drivers
  • Global EV fleets will deliver additional cost-savings and business value combating congestion pricing and operating in low emission zones
  • While it was found that no special driver training is required, there is a need to route EVs differently focused on short-haul trips to reduce range anxiety
  • Charge management software and time of use programs are critical to managing demand charges
  • Last miles delivery was identified as a suitable application for fleet electrification

    Next Steps:
  • Amazon continues to integrate EVs into their fleet globally
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Business for Social Responsibility (BSR). Amazon.com: EV Case Study. https://www.bsr.org/en/collaboration/groups/future-of-fuels/case-studies/anderson-dubose-ev-case-study

    Image source:
    Amazon.com. https://sustainability.aboutamazon.com/environment/sustainable-operations/transportation

    Multi-Family Condominium Charging in California

    Multi-Family Condominium Charging in California logo

    Implementing multi-family charging for an 18-unit condominium property in Rolling Hills Estates, California

    • Utility Charge Ready program was critical to program success
    • Resident cooperation is critical for successful on-site implementation
    • Multiple-head charging allowed residents to reduce charging equipment costs
    • Charging equipment installation was fast and easy with minimal disruption to residents
    • On-site charging has increased the property value
    • On-site charging has incentivized more residents to choose electric vehicles
    • Activity conducted in 2019

    Case Study Information

    Residents collaborate to bring EV charging infrastructure to their property

    Overview

    Company: Silver Spur Court Condos
    Type: Multi-family charging
    Location: Rolling Hills Estates, California
    Case Study Publishing Date: August 2019
    Fleet Size: N/A
    Program Goals: Bring on-site charging to Silver Spur Court
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: N/A
    Replacement Vehicle Class N/A
    Vehicle Use Case: N/A
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: Two-phase implementation of charging infrastructure

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: N/A
    Types of EVs: Light-duty passenger class
    EV Deployment Timeline: N/A
    Miles Driven: N/A

    CHARGING OVERVIEW:
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 charging; 27 charging ports deployed in two phases
    Charging Infrastructure Cost:
    The HOA utilized Southern California Edison’s Charge Ready program to help guide and administer the program. The Charge Ready program provides for the procurement and installation of make-ready EV charging infrastructure including transformers, panels and conduit. Once fully completed, owners paid a small fraction of the project cost.

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: N/A
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:
    HOA residents were able to lower their overall individual cost by strategically positioning the two-port charging stations to serve two parking spaces, cutting the number of charging stations they needed to install in half.


    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Basic training was provided to residents
    Change Management: No special requirements were required for change management

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • Residents have been extremely happy about the project
  • Cooperation amongst residents allowed for ease of implementation
  • Charging equipment installation was fast and easy with minimal disruption to residents

    Lessons Learned:
  • Without a utility-sanctioned Charge Ready program, the project would have been delayed and deemed cost-prohibitive
  • Stakeholders recommend other HOAs understand residents’ needs and meet regularly during the project
  • The project benefited from bringing the local utility into the process early for subject matter expertise

    Next Steps:
  • With a reliable place to charge, five residents decided to go electric, and 11 of 18 total units now have electric cars
  • The HOA believes the condos have increased in value by adding on-site charging for residents
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Southern California Edison. Charge Ready Case Study: Silver Spur Court Condos 2019. https://www.sce.com/sites/default/files/inline-files/2019.08.26_Silver%20Spur%20Condo%20Case%20Study.pdf

    Image source:
    Southern California Edison. https://www.sce.com/sites/default/files/inline-files/2019.08.26_Silver%20Spur%20Condo%20Case%20Study.pdf

    Cincinnati, Ohio Municipal Fleet Electrification

    Cincinnati, Ohio Municipal Fleet Electrification logo

    The City of Cincinnati, Ohio discovers cost-effective procurement strategy to begin transitioning EVs into their municipal fleet

    • Cincinnati, Ohio was able to procure 3 EVs using a municipal lease program
    • By evolving procurement to include municipal leasing options, EV business cases can become more cost justified, reducing initial upfront capital costs and realizing operational savings immediately
    • EVs proved to be a cost-effective business case for light-duty vehicles
    • Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles will be considered as the market matures
    • The City remains focused on deploying EVs in the fleet
    • Activity conducted since 2018

    Case Study Information

    Demonstrating environmental stewardship at a municipal level in Cincinnati, Ohio

    Overview

    Company: City of Cincinnati, Ohio
    Type: Municipal fleet
    Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
    Case Study Publishing Date: April 2020
    Program Goals: Realize a city-wide goal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 84% below 2006 levels by 2050, including operating 100% of the city buildings and fleet as carbon neutral by 2035 and tripling renewable energy generation for residents and businesses
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Class 1 passenger vehicle
    Vehicle Use Case: Parking enforcement vehicles
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: The Cincinnati City Council voted to procure EVs as part of the Green Cincinnati Program in December of 2018; in January 2020 the City purchased 3 EVs for a real-world pilot to inform future deployments

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 3
    Types of EVs: Nissan Leaf, Chevrolet Bolt
    EV Deployment Timeline: 2020

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: N/A
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: Vehicles were procured via a municipal lease program through the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    Operations & Maintenance: Based on a sample of 11 vehicles, EVs are estimated to provide a 17% reduction in total cost of ownership

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: N/A
    Change Management: Incorporating EVs into a fleet requires dedicated planning and infrastructure improvement

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • EVs are estimated to provide 17% reduction in total cost of ownership, providing up to $150,000 in operational savings, avoiding 65,000 gallons of fuel, and reducing GHGs by 1,450,000

    Lessons Learned:
  • Fleet telematics assessments were critical to understanding replacement vehicle candidates
  • Structuring procurement via a municipal lease allowed the City to experience immediate cost-parity compared to light-duty municipal sedans, not including incremental savings from reduced fuel spend
  • By evolving procurement to including leasing options that reduce upfront capital, EV business cases can become more cost justified by reducing initial upfront costs
  • Private leasing allows the City to apply the federal electric vehicle tax credit to each vehicle
  • Medium- and heavy-duty vehicles will be considered as the market matures


  • Next Steps:
  • Twenty additional EVs were planned for procurement in 2020
  • The City remains focused on deploying EVs in the fleet
  • References

    Case Study Source
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). Municipal Fleet Electrification: A case Study of Cincinnati, Ohio 2020. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Cincinnati-Case-Study_April2020.pdf

    About the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative) is a joint effort by Climate Mayors, the Electrification Coalition, and Sourcewell working toward accelerating the transition of city fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). By creating a new and innovative cooperative purchasing mechanism, the Collaborative is reducing major barriers to fleet electrification for cities and other public agencies. In addition to an innovative cooperative purchasing option, the Collaborative offers a host of technical resources, analyses, and staff support, which reduces major obstacles to fleet electrification.

    About Climate Mayors
    Representing over 74 million Americans from 48 states, Climate Mayors is a diverse network of 466 U.S. city mayors who have committed to fighting climate change. Originally founded in 2014, the network’s ranks swelled to almost 400 mayors in response to the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Climate Mayors commit to taking ambitious action to meet each of their cities’ current climate goals, while working together towards achieving our national Paris targets. Climate Mayors is founded and Chaired by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, and Co-Chaired by Mayors Sylvester Turner (Houston) and Martin J. Walsh (Boston).

    About the Electrification Coalition
    The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit group committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, public health, and national security dangers caused by America’s dependence on oil. The EC works with a variety of stakeholders that represent the entire electrified transportation value chain, positioning the organization as a dedicated rallying point for an array of electrification allies.

    Image Source
    City of Cincinnati. https://twitter.com/cityofcincy/status/1171097231635755009

    King County Metro Electric Bus Pilot

    King County Metro Electric Bus Pilot logo

    Evaluating cost effectiveness and environmental savings of fleet electrification battery electric vehicles within Seattle, Washington

    • Electric buses present a viable vehicle technology for public transit operations
    • Battery Electric Buses (BEBs) produce fewer greenhouse gases versus diesel buses
    • BEBs maintenance costs were 44% less than that of diesel equivalent buses and 17.8% less than hybrid buses
    • BEBs fuel economy was lower than diesel equivalent buses due to fuel prices and excessive energy demand charges
    • BEBs fuel economy was 2.84 kWh/mile or 13.3 miles per diesel gallon equivalent
    • Comparable diesel buses realized 5.1 miles per diesel gallon equivalent
    • Maintenance costs were $.26 per mile total for battery electric buses with an 80.6% average availability
    • Diesel equivalent buses realized $.46 per mile with an 86.4% average availability
    • Hybrid equivalent buses realized $.32 per mile with a 90.5% average availability
    • Charging is critical to effective operations including on-route and in-depot
    • Maintenance teams experienced parts issues in effectively maintaining the BEB fleet
    • Activity conducted from April 2016 - March 2017

    Case Study Information

    Piloting three battery electric buses to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions

    Overview

    Company: King County Metro (KCM)
    Location: Seattle, Washington
    Case Study Publishing Date: February 2018
    Fleet Size: 1,540 buses
    Program Goals: Reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: Diesel trolley replicas at the end of their expected service life
    Replacement Vehicle Class 40' public transit buses - diesel, hybrid and an electric trolley
    Vehicle Use Case: Public transportation on an 18.6 mile loop
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: 5.3 miles per gallon for diesel, 6.3 miles per gallon equivalent for hybrid, and 14.7 miles per gallon equivalent for trolley

    Case Study

    Objective: In February 2016 King County Metro (KCM) began operating a fleet of four battery electric buses (BEBs) in its service area. Performance was tracked and analyzed from April 2016 through March 2017.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 3
    Types of EVs: Proterra’s 40-foot Catalyst BEB
    EV Deployment Timeline:
  • February 2016: electric bus fleet operations begins
  • April 2016 - March 2017: timeframe of fleet performance and analysis
  • Miles Driven: 83,128 as of March 2017

    CHARGING OVERVIEW:
    Charging Infrastructure: Fast Charger
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $797,882 per vehicle
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:
  • Fuel economy was 2.36 kWh/mile or 15.9 miles/diesel gas equivalent (dge)
  • Electric vehicle energy costs were $.57/mile over the course of the pilot
  • Total operating cost per mile ($/mi) for electric buses were $.26 per mile compared to $.32/mile and $.46/mile from hybrid and diesel comparable vehicles respectively

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Training was conducted for staff and operators; challenges existed due to unique use case for BEBs
    Change Management: Deploying BEBs presents a new technology for for transit staff to take over all maintenance responsibilities; parts availability became a common issue for KCM maintenance staff during the pilot
  • Summary

    Program Results:
  • The battery buses averaged between 2,309 miles per month, accumulating a total of 83,128 miles through March of 2017
  • The BEBs were charged between 400-500 times per month averaging 16.3 miles per charge, consuming a total of 10,000 kWh - 19,000 kWh monthly
  • KC Metro paid an average of $0.20/kWh for electricity for the battery buses and $1.60/gal for diesel fuel; the fuel economy per-mile for the hybrid fleet was $0.25/mi compared to the diesel fleet at $0.30/mi and $0.57/mi equivalent for BEB energy consumption
  • KC Metro experienced demand charges that accounted for 34% - 54% of their average monthly fuel bills and resulting in lower fuel economy for the BEBs
  • The battery fleet had higher per-mile fuel costs due to the large difference between diesel fuel and electricity prices
  • The overall average availability for each fleet was 80.6% for BEBs, 90.5% for hybrid buses, 86.4% for diesel buses, and 84.9% for trolley buses
  • The BEB fleet had the lowest maintenance costs averaging $0.26/mi in comparison to $0.32/mi and $0.46/mi respectively for hybrid and diesel buses
  • Maintenance costs for the battery buses was 17.8% less than that of the hybrid buses; 44.1% less than that of the diesel buses; and 43.2% less than that of the trolley buses

    Lessons Learned:
  • Charging is critical to effective operations including on-route and in-depot
  • Change management plans are critical to cost-effective operations; ensuring proactive charging and reduced demand charges
  • Maintenance teams were unable to take-on end-to-end responsibilities to fully maintain BEBs due to parts issues
  • The agency worked closely with the manufacturers to address early issues with charging and bus maintenance


  • Next Steps:
  • KCM continues to operate the electric buses
  • In 2016, KCM was awarded a grant under the second round of the FTA Low-No program to add eight more 40-foot Proterra Catalyst buses in 2017
  • In 2017, the agency entered into a contract with Proterra to purchase up to 73 BEBs
  • KC Metro is committed to an environmentally-friendly fleet and plans to purchase 120 BEBs by 2020.
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Eudy, Leslie and Jeffers, Matthew. National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Zero-Emission Bus Evaluation Results:
    King County Metro Battery Electric Buses.
    https://www.transit.dot.gov/sites/fta.dot.gov/files/docs/research-innovation/115086/zero-emission-bus-evaluation-results-king-county-metro-battery-electric-buses-fta-report-no-0118.pdf

    About King County Metro (KCM)
    King County Metro (KCM) provides public transit service to King County, Washington. Its service area covers more than 2,000 square miles, including the Seattle metro area, and contains more than 2 million residents. KCM’s bus fleet operates on 215 routes and serves approximately 395,000 passengers each weekday, on average. This fleet of 1500+ vehicles contains buses of several different propulsion types, including standard and hybrid diesel buses, battery electric buses, and electric trolley buses.

    Project Stakeholders: U.S. Federal Transit Administration (FTA), National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), DOT’s Research, Development, and Technology Office (OST-R)

    Image source:
    King County Metro. kingcounty.gov

    Ride-sharing Electrification Feasibility with Maven Gig

    Ride-sharing Electrification Feasibility with Maven Gig logo

    Evaluating the EV use case for ride-sharing services nationally with GM's Maven Gig

    • Maven Gig deployed ~1,000 Bolt EVs on their ride-sharing platform starting in April 2017
    • EVs were available for a 15% premium weekly rental rate
    • EVs drove a total of 21 million electric miles averaging 125 miles per day, per car
    • EVs were preferred by drivers and were one of the most popular vehicles
    • 223,000 DCFC charging events were completed resulting in 6.59 Million kWh
    • Drivers primarily charged Bolt EVs at public EVgo stations
    • Most cities at the time did not have enough fast charging infrastructure to support rapid electrification of ride-share vehicles
    • Ride-sharing provides a key channel for OEMs to advance consumer awareness and adoption
    • As an early adopter in mobility services, Maven Gig planned to continue to build a sustainable business model that included EV fleets; however, as of April 2020, GM closed the ride-sharing program
    • Activity conducted from April 2017 - April 2020

    Case Study Information

    In early 2017 Maven Gig introduced Bolt EVs on their ride-sharing platform to evaluate fleet electrification with real-world driving condition; EVs were deployed in three California cities with the most available charging infrastructure: Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco

    Overview

    Company: Maven Gig
    Type: Ride-sharing
    Location: London, Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Washington, DC
    Case Study Publishing Date: September 2018
    Fleet Size: 190,000 members
    Program Goals: Evaluate EV use case for ride-sharing services. Demonstrate a consistent demand for public charging to encourage more infrastructure deployments from charging service providers.
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Passenger vehicles
    Vehicle Use Case: Ride-sharing
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: Evaluate fleet electrification possibilities for Maven gig's ride-sharing use case starting with a pilot in three target markets of Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 190 EVs druing initial launch, including ~50 in Los Angeles, ~40 in San Diego, and ~100 in San Francisco
    Types of EVs: Chevrolet Bolt
    EV Deployment Timeline:
  • April 2017: test fleets begin operations in Los Angeles, San Diego and San Francisco
  • August 2018: EV fleet expands to four new markets: Austin, Baltimore, Boston, and Washington, DC


  • CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Public charging was used as the primary means of charging vehicles
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: Maven partnered with charging provider EVgo to offer EV drivers unlimited access to fast charging stations on EVgo’s network

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: Flat weekly rental rates including unlimited miles, maintenance, and insurance coverages. EV weekly rental rates included unlimited charging at any EVgo charging station and select regional charging networks. EVs were listed for a 15% premium over gasoline-powered vehicles.
    Operations & Maintenance Costs: N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: N/A
    Change Management: N/A

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • The pilot consisted of ~1,000 Bolt EVs that drove a total of 21 million electric miles averaging 125 miler per day, per car
  • EVs on the Maven Gig platform were in high demand; Bolt EVs represented one of the platform’s most popular vehicles
  • 223,000 DCFC charging events were completed resulting in 6.59 Million kWh energy consumption
  • Drivers primarily charged Bolt EVs at public EVgo stations, though a small percentage charged at home and smaller percentage charged at non-EVgo charging stations

    Lessons Learned:
  • The Bolt EVs were rented for longer periods of time than gas powered alternatives, supporting the company’s business case for EV fleets
  • One DC fast charging station is likely to support 10-12 vehicles per day in high-mileage, shared-use deployments
  • Most cities at the time did not have enough fast charging to support rapid electrification of ride-share vehicles
  • Ride-sharing EV use cases will depend fast charging infrastructure
  • Partnerships with private companies, cities, and electric utilities to advance public charging is critically important to making the business case for electrified shared mobility
  • The Austin market was an all-electric fleet; Maven formed partnerships with both Austin Energy and the City of Austin to leverage learnings and existing charging networks
  • Ride-sharing provides a key channel for OEMs to advance consumer awareness and adoption
  • Maven Gig drivers were advocates for the Bolt EVs making it one of the most popular vehicles on the platform
  • EV deployments within shared mobility expand transportation electrification to a broader cross-section of society

    Next Steps:
  • Maven planned to continue to invest in the electrification of its Maven Gig program
  • In April 2018, Maven and EVgo expanded their partnership with EVgo’s announcement of a plan to build a network of dedicated DC fast charging stations for Maven Gig EV drivers
  • As an early adopter in mobility services, Maven Gig planned to continue to build a sustainable business model that included EV fleets; however, as of April 2020, GM closed the ride-sharing program
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Electrification Coalition. EV Case Study: The Electric Bellwether? 2012. https://www.electrificationcoalition.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/FedEx_case_study.pdf

    About FedEx Express
    FedEx Express is the world’s largest express transportation company, serving customers in more than 220 countries and territories. FedEx Express has been a first-mover on hybrids and plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs), deploying its first hybrids in 2005.

    Image source:
    FedEx. https://newsroom.fedex.com/newsroom/fedex-closes-in-on-vehicle-fleet-fuel-efficiency-goal-years-ahead-of-schedule/

    Frito-Lay Charging Infrastructure Pilot

    Frito-Lay Charging Infrastructure Pilot logo

    Frito-Lay pilots EVSE installation in its distribution center in Fort Worth, Texas

    • Level 2 charging is sufficient for short-haul delivery and distribution
    • Charge management software is critical for larger fleet electrification
    • Activity conducted from April 2010

    Case Study Information

    Installation of ten level 2 chargers with charge management software and controls

    Overview

    Company: Frito-Lay
    Type: Charging infrastructure
    Location: Bakersfield, CA
    Case Study Publishing Date: N/A
    Fleet Size: The world’s seventh-largest privately-owned fleet; EVs represented 330 trucks as of case study
    Program Goals: Test infrastructure requirements to further EV goals
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: N/A
    Replacement Vehicle Class: N/A
    Vehicle Use Case: N/A
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: Install ten (10) EV charging stations including load-monitoring equipment and charging monitoring software at Frito-Lay's distribution center in Forth Worth, Texas

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 330 EVs
    Types of EVs: Smith Newton battery-electric distribution trucks with 100 mile range
    EV Deployment Timeline: 2010
    Miles Driven: N/A

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 chargers
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: Frito-Lay contracted Chateau Energy Solutions for a turn-key design and installation program including charge management software

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: N/A
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Training was conducted for site personnel
    Change Management: N/A

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • The installation took approximately six weeks and the results were well received

    Lessons Learned:
  • Charge management software is critical to complex installations for fleet electrification
  • Charge management software allows for remote access control and provides valuable information such as charge supply voltage, power usage, charger schedules, alarms, detailed trends and records of charger performance, utility costs, and equipment runtime in real-time

    Next Steps:
  • Frito-Lay has installed $6 million in EV infrastructure in more than 25 locations with additional target facilities nationwide
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Chateau Energy Solutions. Frito-Lay Plugs in to the Demand for Electric Vehicle Fleet Trucks https://chateaues.com/insights/case-studies/frito-lay-plugs-in-to-the-demand-for-electric-vehicle-fleet-trucks/

    Image source:
    Chateau Energy Solutions. https://chateaues.com/insights/case-studies/frito-lay-plugs-in-to-the-demand-for-electric-vehicle-fleet-trucks/

    Charlotte, North Carolina Municipal Fleet Electrification

    Charlotte, North Carolina Municipal Fleet Electrification logo

    Mobilizing plans for all City fleet and facilities to be fueled by 100% zero-carbon sources by 2030 in Charlotte, North Carolina

    • The City's Sustainable and Resilient Fleet Policy was critical to guide electrification plans
    • The policy requires EV prioritization in fleet replacements wherever practical
    • The policy also includes fleet right-sizing and route optimization
    • EV business cases require a total cost of ownership evaluation
    • Heavy-duty EV applications remain limited due to lack of supply
    • A policy-first approach to EV electrification allows for large-scale transitions
    • Telematics data has been critical to modeling business cases and identifying candidate vehicles
    • Activity conducted since 2012

    Case Study Information

    Highlighting the City of Charlotte's plans for zero-carbon fleet and facilities by 2030

    Overview

    Company: City of Charlotte
    Type: Municipal fleet, charging infrastructure
    Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
    Case Study Publishing Date: October 2020
    Fleet Size: 5,500 vehicles including 2,700 light-duty vehicles and 700 heavy-duty vehicles
    Program Goals: Municipal fleet electrification aligned with the City's sustainability goals
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Light-duty vehicles
    Vehicle Use Case: Short-distance travel by the City employees
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: Test and evaluate the real-world driving conditions and total cost of ownership for fleet electrification. In partnership with the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative and telematics company, Sawatch, the City deployed telematics on ten potential EV candidate vehicles during 2019.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 42
    Types of EVs: Various; procurement via the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    EV Deployment Timeline: Beginning in 2019; test pilot was completed for 90 days

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Public charging installation began in 2012; networked EVSE was installed in 10 target locations
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    The following data was captured and modeled from ten real-world ICE vehicles using telematics data to inform projected savings by replacing the top five candidate vehicles
    Capital Costs: N/A
    Operations & Maintenance:
  • 2,870 gallons in fuel savings
  • $11,400 total operational savings


  • TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: N/A
    Change Management: The use of telematics data to model savings and applications has allowed for efficiencies in transitioning fleets at scale

    Summary

    Program Results:
  • Using telemematics data for a 90 day test, the City discovered that by replacing the top five vehicles in a cohort of ten would result in a 31% decrease in fleet GHG emissions, saving 2,870 gallons of fuel per year, reducing Cost Per Mile (CPM) by 67%, and achieving operational savings of $11,400 per year


  • Lessons Learned:
  • The City was able to begin effectively transitioning its fleet at a larger scale due to its policy-first approach
  • The City's Sustainable and Resilient Fleet Policy has been regarded as a "gold standard" for fleet electrification
  • Utilizing direct procurement from the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative is critical for implementation agility
  • The City's public charging infrastructure was critical to operationalizing their own fleet
  • The City's fleet team, environmental services, and building department developed a strategy to identify and maintain owned charging networks
  • The City has installed telematics data to inform future purchasing decisions using real-world vehicle data to support and inform business cases that model true total cost of ownership
  • The City has evolved procurement policies for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles

    Next Steps:
  • The City has established an EV-first policy for all eligible vehicle replacements
  • The City plans to purchase an additional 27 EVs in FY2021, bringing the City’s total EVs to 42
  • The City also plans for five electric transit buses by end of 2020
  • References

    Case Study Source
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). Municipal Fleet Electrification: A case Study of Charlotte, NC October 2020. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Charlotte-Case-Study-Final-11.9.2020.pdf

    About the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative) is a joint effort by Climate Mayors, the Electrification Coalition, and Sourcewell working toward accelerating the transition of city fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). By creating a new and innovative cooperative purchasing mechanism, the Collaborative is reducing major barriers to fleet electrification for cities and other public agencies. In addition to an innovative cooperative purchasing option, the Collaborative offers a host of technical resources, analyses, and staff support, which reduces major obstacles to fleet electrification.

    About Climate Mayors
    Representing over 74 million Americans from 48 states, Climate Mayors is a diverse network of 466 U.S. city mayors who have committed to fighting climate change. Originally founded in 2014, the network’s ranks swelled to almost 400 mayors in response to the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Climate Mayors commit to taking ambitious action to meet each of their cities’ current climate goals, while working together towards achieving our national Paris targets. Climate Mayors is founded and Chaired by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, and Co-Chaired by Mayors Sylvester Turner (Houston) and Martin J. Walsh (Boston).

    About the Electrification Coalition
    The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit group committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, public health, and national security dangers caused by America’s dependence on oil. The EC works with a variety of stakeholders that represent the entire electrified transportation value chain, positioning the organization as a dedicated rallying point for an array of electrification allies.

    Image Source
    City of Charlotte. https://charlottenc.gov/Pages/CitySpotlight/Drive_electric.aspx

    Bolthouse Farms Orange EV Terminal Truck Deployment

    Bolthouse Farms Orange EV Terminal Truck Deployment logo

    Bolthouse Farms realizes environmental impact, cost savings, and performance gains from terminal truck electrification

    • EV terminal trucks had 75% less download and cost 80% less in repairs and maintenance
    • Fuel saving were 90% less comparing $15,750 in diesel fuel costs annually versus $1,575 annually for EVs
    • State incentives were critical to developing a cost-effective business case for EVs
    • Driver and management satisfaction has been high
    • Initial skepticism for vehicle performance was overcome by actual results
    • OEM collaboration was critical to seamlessly overcoming operational issues
    • EVs have helped enhance the brand image of Bolthouse Farms
    • Activity conducted from April 2018

    Case Study Information

    Evaluating cost savings and environmental benefits from switching to zero-emissions vehicles

    Overview

    Company: Bolthouse Farms
    Type: Terminal Truck Electrification
    Location: Bakersfield, CA
    Case Study Publishing Date: June 2020
    Fleet Size: 1 terminal truck operating in two shifts
    Program Goals: Emissions reduction (elimination), cost savings, and operational performance in support of corporate sustainability objectives
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: Diesel terminal truck / yard tractor
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Class 8 Heavy-duty truck
    Vehicle Use Case: N/A
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: Bolthouse Farms added three electric yard trucks and diesel equivalent vehicles to its aging fleet to determine cost-effectiveness and vehicle parity with comparative diesel models

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 3
    Types of EVs: Orange EV Terminal Truck
    EV Deployment Timeline: April 2018
    Miles Driven: N/A

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 chargers
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: Bolthouse Farms is currently working with PG&E's EV Fleet program to help identify additional capacity needs

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: California HVPI and CORE state purchase incentives reduced the purchase price significantly
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:
  • The net fuel savings were 90% of what was previously spent on diesel fuel.
  • EVs outperformed their diesel counterparts in terms of downtime, resulting in 67 hrs/year for EVs vs 261 hrs/year for diesel
  • Maintenance savings were 80% in comparison to diesel vehicles, resulting in $.78/hr for EVs vs $3.93/hr for diesel
    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Training was conducted for drivers
    Change Management: Initial concerns existed for EV performance and cost-effectiveness
  • Summary

    Program Results:
  • The EV terminal truck had 75% less download and cost 80% less in repairs and maintenance compared to diesel equivalent
  • The EV terminal truck met performance objectives with only one primary operational incident that was quickly resolved
  • Deployment and training were relatively simple and without challenges
  • Fuel savings were 90% cheaper comparing diesel fuel costs of $15,750 annually versus $1,575 annually for EVs

    Lessons Learned:
  • OEM collaboration can help overcome operational challenges for specific use cases and applications; in the case of Bolthouse Farms, EVs has to be retrofitted to push air out versus pull air in to avoid water intrusion
  • State incentives were critical to developing a cost-effective business case for EVs
  • By leveraging state incentives, vehicle costs were only slightly higher for EVs versus diesel
  • Driver and management satisfaction has been high
  • Stakeholder engagement is critical to operational success
  • Initial skepticism for vehicle performance was overcome by actual results

    Next Steps:
  • Bolthouse Farms has continued to use the EV terminal truck in daily operations
  • EV terminal trucks have demonstrated proven technology and vehicle parity
  • Bolthouse Farms currently has five electric terminal tractors deployed with three more in budget 2021
  • Over a ten year period, Bolthouse Farms expects EVs in their fleet to remove 30 tons of NOx, 2.5 tons of HCs, 2 tons of Particulate Matter, and 45 tons of CO.
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Orange EV. Bolthouse Farms Presents Case Study of Orange EV Deployments https://orangeev.com/bolthouse-farms-presents-case-study-of-orange-ev-deployments/

    ACT News. EXECUTIVE INTERVIEW: Bolthouse Farms Is Achieving Significant Emissions Reductions with Electric Terminal Tractors June 25, 2020. https://www.act-news.com/news/executive-interview-bolthouse-farms-is-adding-electric-terminal-tractor-technology/

    Image source:
    Orange EV. https://orangeev.com/bolthouse-farms-presents-case-study-of-orange-ev-deployments/

    Binghamton, New York Municipal Fleet Electrification

    Binghamton, New York Municipal Fleet Electrification logo

    The first municipal fleet procurement with the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative in the City of Binghamton, New York

    • The City of Binghamton successfully integrated two EVs into their fleet
    • The City was able to bypass traditional public bid to procure EVs
    • Municipal fleet use helps drive adoption through endorsement and credibility
    • Binghamton was the first city to leverage The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    • Activity conducted in April 2019

    Case Study Information

    Demonstrating environmental leadership at a municipal-level in the city of Binghamton

    Overview

    Company: City of Binghamton
    Type: Municipal fleet, charging infrastructure
    Location: Binghamton, New York
    Case Study Publishing Date: March 2020
    Fleet Size: 300 vehicles
    Program Goals: Municipal fleet electrification aligned with the City's sustainability goals
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Light-duty vehicles
    Vehicle Use Case: Short-distance travel by the City's planning department
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective:In 2017 the City became the first southern tier New York city to earn the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority's Clean Energy Community designation, which included a $250,000 grant for sustainability investments. Grant funds were used in support of the City's sustainability goals, including funding allocation for two zero-emission vehicles.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 2
    Types of EVs: Nissan Leaf
    EV Deployment Timeline: April 2019

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 charging
    Charging Infrastructure Costs: $4,385
    Charging equipment and installation was paid through a $2,500 New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) grant and $1,895 from the City's general fund

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: $50,000
    The City leveraged the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative for direct municipal purchasing outside of the traditional public bid process
    Operations & Maintenance: N/A

    TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: N/A
    Change Management: N/A

    Summary

    Lessons Learned:
  • The City was able to purchase its first EVs aligned with its public charging infrastructure
  • The EVs are displayed prominently and serve as a public awareness tool to drive market adoption


  • Next Steps:
  • The City has established an EV-first policy for all eligible vehicle replacements
  • The City also plans for twelve electric transit buses by end of 2020, equivalent to reducing 600 personal vehicles
  • References

    Case Study Source
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative). Municipal Fleet Electrification: A case Study of Binghampton, NY September 2020. https://driveevfleets.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/Binghamton-New-Case-Study-Final-8.31.2020.pdf

    The City of Binghampton. Blog post. City Installs Electric Charging Stations Recreation Park http://www.binghamton-ny.gov/city-installs-electric-vehicle-charging-stations-recreation-park

    About the Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative
    The Climate Mayors Electric Vehicle Purchasing Collaborative (the Collaborative) is a joint effort by Climate Mayors, the Electrification Coalition, and Sourcewell working toward accelerating the transition of city fleets to electric vehicles (EVs). By creating a new and innovative cooperative purchasing mechanism, the Collaborative is reducing major barriers to fleet electrification for cities and other public agencies. In addition to an innovative cooperative purchasing option, the Collaborative offers a host of technical resources, analyses, and staff support, which reduces major obstacles to fleet electrification.

    About Climate Mayors
    Representing over 74 million Americans from 48 states, Climate Mayors is a diverse network of 466 U.S. city mayors who have committed to fighting climate change. Originally founded in 2014, the network’s ranks swelled to almost 400 mayors in response to the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the Paris Agreement. Climate Mayors commit to taking ambitious action to meet each of their cities’ current climate goals, while working together towards achieving our national Paris targets. Climate Mayors is founded and Chaired by Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti, and Co-Chaired by Mayors Sylvester Turner (Houston) and Martin J. Walsh (Boston).

    About the Electrification Coalition
    The Electrification Coalition (EC) is a non-partisan, not-for-profit group committed to promoting policies and actions that facilitate the deployment of plug-in electric vehicles on a mass scale in order to combat the economic, public health, and national security dangers caused by America’s dependence on oil. The EC works with a variety of stakeholders that represent the entire electrified transportation value chain, positioning the organization as a dedicated rallying point for an array of electrification allies.

    Image Source
    City of Binghampton. http://www.binghamton-ny.gov/city-installs-electric-vehicle-charging-stations-recreation-park

    Anderson-DuBose Terminal Truck Deployment

    Anderson-DuBose Terminal Truck Deployment logo

    Anderson-DuBose realizes environmental impact, cost savings, and performance gains from terminal truck electrification

    • 100% of all tailpipe emissions have been eliminated
    • Driver satisfaction was high
    • The EV terminal truck fully met performance objectives
    • Net fuel savings were ~88% of what was previously spent on diesel fuel
    • EV charging cost is $1.83 per day compared to ~$15.80 in diesel fuel
    • Maintenance savings are ~$7.61 per day
    • No special training or maintenance requirements were experienced
    • Anderson-DuBose recommends fleets pursue terminal truck electrification
    • Activity conducted from July 2017 through June 2018

    Case Study Information

    Deploying next generation cargo handling innovation to achieve emissions reductions and cost savings in support of corporate sustainability objectives

    Overview

    Company: Anderson-DuBose
    Type: Terminal Truck Electrification
    Location: Rochester, NY
    Case Study Publishing Date: January 2019
    Fleet Size: 1 terminal truck operating in two shifts
    Program Goals: Emissions reduction (elimination), cost savings, and operational performance in support of corporate sustainability objectives
    Fleet Conversion Vehicles: Diesel terminal truck / yard tractor
    Replacement Vehicle Class: Class 8 Heavy-duty truck
    Vehicle Use Case: Repositioning cargo trailers in two shift operation at distribution center
    Replacement Vehicle Fuel Consumption: N/A

    Case Study

    Objective: Immediate deployment of a pure electric terminal truck to replace its diesel terminal truck in daily operations.

    VEHICLE OVERVIEW
    Number of Vehicles: 1
    Types of EVs: Orange EV Terminal Truck
    EV Deployment Timeline: July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018
    Miles Driven: 796 miles

    CHARGING OVERVIEW
    Charging Infrastructure: Level 2 in-depot chargers
    Charging Infrastructure Cost: N/A

    OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
    Capital Costs: New York state purchase incentives reduced the purchase price, resulting in a 12% higher vehicle price after incentives were applied
    Operations & Maintenance Costs:
  • The net fuel savings were ~88% of what was previously spent on diesel fuel.
  • Charging the truck cost about $1.83 per day, compared to about $15.80 in diesel fuel.
  • Maintenance savings is ~$7.61 per day

  • TRAINING & CHANGE MANAGEMENT
    Training: Training was conducted for drivers
    Change Management: Deployment and training were relatively simple with no challenges

    Summary

    Lessons Learned:
  • Replacing a heavy-emitting diesel yard truck with an EV proved an important step in contributing to sustainability efforts of both Anderson-DuBose and its customer McDonald’s
  • The EV terminal truck fully met performance objectives
  • Deployment and training were relatively simple and without challenges
  • The EV terminal truck provided better working conditions for Anderson-DuBose employees resulting in smoother, cooler, quieter, and cleaner operations
  • Management is pleased that they can provide a safer and healthier working environment for employees while also contributing positively to neighbors and the broader community


  • Next Steps:
  • Anderson-DuBose has continued to use the EV terminal truck in daily operations
  • EV terminal trucks have demonstrated proven technology and vehicle parity
  • Based on meeting objectives in sustainability, performance, and ROI, Anderson-DuBose recommends fleets pursue electrification of terminal trucks
  • References

    Case Study Source
    Business for Social Responsibility (BSR). Anderson-DuBose: EV Case Study. https://www.bsr.org/en/collaboration/groups/future-of-fuels/case-studies/anderson-dubose-ev-case-study

    Image source:
    Orange EV. https://orangeev.com/anderson-dubose-company-deploys-first-orange-ev-electric-yard-truck-mcdonalds-distribution-network/