Electric Transportation
Transportation is the largest U.S. source of climate pollution, which exacerbates the climate crisis. Electrifying vehicles will dramatically reduce pollution and ensure healthier communities.
If we want to get serious about reducing destructive climate change, electrifying transportation is an essential step. Electric vehicles (EVs) reduce transportation emissions by an average of 78%, which improves air quality and public health, creates manufacturing jobs in the Southeast, and provides technology choices for consumers and fleets who want to save money on fuel and maintenance costs.
As of 2024, the Southeast attracted over $81 billion in EV, battery manufacturing, and supply chain investments, making the region #1 in the nation.
As of 2024, over 74,000 jobs have been announced in response to the region’s boom in EV and battery manufacturing and supply chain investments.
In 2024, the Southeast’s EV market share raced to 7.3% of all new vehicles sold. Annual EV sales grew by 38%, outpacing growth in gas car sales.
The region saw 30% growth in public EV charging stations in 2024. Expanding public EV charging ensures drivers can get anywhere they need to go.
