8,000 New EV Chargers To Be Installed In Canada - CleanTechnica

Canada plans to install 8,000 new electric vehicle (EV) chargers at a cost of $84 million, adding to the existing network of approximately 35,000 public chargers. This expansion supports the country's broader goal of accelerating zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption, as outlined in Canada’s 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan. The government aims for 100% of new light-duty vehicle sales to be zero-emission by 2035, with interim targets of at least 20% by 2026 and 60% by 2030. These targets are embedded in the recently finalized Electric Vehicle Availability Standard. Incentives are provided to encourage EV adoption, including a $5,000 rebate for fully electric vehicles and additional incentives for plug-in hybrids. However, the article highlights concerns about plug-in hybrids, noting that many owners do not regularly charge them, resulting in continued fossil fuel use and limited environmental benefits. It suggests that focusing incentives solely on fully electric vehicles might be