MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

WHEREAS bold action is needed to address the interconnected challenges of climate change, public health, and economic opportunity – challenges that demand a transformation in how America powers transportation; and

WHEREAS the transition to clean transportation presents an unprecedented opportunity to create well-paying jobs across the country, particularly for women, workers of color, and communities that have historically been excluded from economic investment; and

WHEREAS transportation is the largest source of carbon pollution in the United States and a major contributor to local air pollution, disproportionately harming low-income and overburdened communities; and

WHEREAS driving on electricity produces, on average, half the emissions of gasoline-powered vehicles – and as the power sector continues to decarbonize, these benefits will grow; and

WHEREAS transportation electrification is essential to achieving climate goals, improving public health, strengthening domestic industry, and building economic resilience; and

WHEREAS widespread deployment of a robust charging network for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles is a prerequisite for broad EV adoption and for enabling a successful market transition across all vehicle types; and

WHEREAS the benefits of transportation electrification must be equitably shared—reaching communities that have borne the brunt of vehicle pollution and households that spend a disproportionate share of income on fuel and maintenance; and

WHEREAS states and cities across the country have taken bold steps to adopt zero-emission vehicle standards, deploy EV infrastructure, and invest in clean mobility – establishing a strong foundation for national collaboration and investment; and

WHEREAS many companies, from large fleets to small businesses, have made public commitments to cut carbon pollution and electrify their operations, recognizing that transportation electrification supports long-term sustainability and economic goals; and

WHEREAS automakers, truck and bus manufacturers, and their suppliers have invested tens of billions of dollars in EV technologies—making zero-emission vehicles more affordable, more capable, and increasingly available across all segments; and

WHEREAS emissions from the electric power sector are at their lowest level in four decades, and over 40% of U.S. power now comes from carbon-free sources, with continued clean energy deployment on the rise; and

WHEREAS electric utilities have implemented innovative rates, customer education campaigns, and infrastructure programs to support EV adoption, while regulators across the country have authorized over $3 billion in utility-led transportation electrification investments, including more than $800 million directed to historically underserved communities; and

WHEREAS State Energy Offices in every region are leading on distribution planning, coordinating EV infrastructure strategies, investing settlement and grant funds, and advancing deployment policies in concert with regional and local partners; and

WHEREAS electric vehicle charging service providers have installed more than 100,000 ports nationwide, but the pace of deployment must accelerate significantly to meet future demand and ensure equitable access to electric fueling; and

WHEREAS America’s fuel retailers, truck stops, and service stations occupy critical real estate for high-traffic and long-distance corridors, offering vital infrastructure siting opportunities; and

WHEREAS while unprecedented capital is being deployed across the public and private sectors to advance transportation electrification, the scale and speed of deployment must increase to deliver the benefits of affordable, reliable, zero-emission transportation; and

WHEREAS public policy – especially at the state and local level – has a critical role to play in reducing risk, accelerating timelines, and ensuring consumer and community benefits as EV adoption scales.

WE THEREFORE RESOLVE THAT

Achieving the environmental, health, and economic benefits of transportation electrification will require a new paradigm – one that coordinates public and private investment, centers equity, and enables a scalable, reliable national charging network.

This new paradigm must foster close collaboration across vehicle manufacturers, utilities, charging providers, labor, fleet operators, public officials, regulators, and community groups. A common framework is needed to ensure transparency, alignment, and measurable outcomes.

We must create the business case, policy support, and implementation roadmap that unlocks capital, accelerates deployment, and delivers long-term value. This includes supporting comprehensive planning at the state and regional level, pursuing cross-sector partnerships, and aligning around shared metrics for equity, job creation, and emissions reduction.

Together, we can increase the speed, scope, and scale of EV charging deployment and build a cleaner, more equitable transportation future.

WE COMMIT TO THE FOLLOWING

DEVELOP A FRAMEWORK for a national EV charging network for light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles that advances climate, public health, equity, and economic development goals;

SERVE AS A FORUM to communicate progress, elevate best practices, and inspire mutually reinforcing commitments to accelerate widespread transportation electrification;

COLLABORATE across sectors – including vehicle manufacturers, electric utilities, charging providers, fuel retailers, labor, state and local governments, and public interest organizations – to ensure alignment and amplify impact;

PARTNER across the public and private sectors to ensure that charging is available at home, at work, in communities, and along freight corridors – ensuring reliable access for all drivers and fleet operators;

ENSURE EQUITABLE BENEFITS by directing investment and deployment toward historically underserved and overburdened communities, and supporting inclusive workforce development and high-road job creation;

DEVELOP GUIDING PRINCIPLES to advance EV adoption and infrastructure deployment in alignment with state, regional, and national climate and mobility goals;

EXECUTE AN ACTION PLAN within six months to identify near-term private and public sector actions that can accelerate deployment and scale infrastructure investments;

COMMIT CAPITAL AND RESOURCES to speed the buildout of EV charging infrastructure and fleet transitions, with a focus on coordination, transparency, and equity;

SUPPORT STATE, LOCAL, AND FEDERAL ACTIONS that enable shovel-ready charging projects, put people to work, drive clean energy investments, and ensure access to electric mobility for every community.