Sep 24
Written by: Sebastian Schepis 46 views
Published on September 24th, 2008 in Electric Cars
In a move that is sure to make California jealous, Portland General Electric has announced it’s plans to install several electric vehicle charging stations in the Portland, Ore. metro area.
Lake Oswego, an affluent suburb south of Portland, has spent about $7,500 to buy and install what amounts to a filling station downtown for the tiny number of all-electric vehicles in Oregon, mayor Mayor Judie Hammerstad announced.
Portland General Electric is building a network of such stations. Besides downtown Lake Oswego, they are at the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry across the Willamette River from downtown Portland, and at PGE’s Salem and Portland offices.
Harmmerstad says Lake Oswego officials hope for an economic boost from electric car drivers who spend some time and money locally.
“Most of all,” she said, “it’s setting the stage for other cities. If we can do it, you can do it. This is a big step forward in sustainability and reducing carbon emissions.”
There are about 270 all-electric passenger cars registered in Oregon, state transportation officials say.
Via NRToday.com
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