EVgo's strategic approach to building an equitable EV charging network combines smart location planning with environmental justice considerations. The company goes beyond simply placing stations at high-traffic retail locations by using sophisticated data analysis to ensure fair access to charging infrastructure.

Key factors in station placement include:

• Forecasted charging demand
• Local vehicle operation patterns
• Electricity rates
• Existing charging infrastructure
• Multifamily housing density

EVgo utilizes EJScreen to identify and serve impacted communities, which typically have:

• Greater diversity
• Lower average income
• Higher exposure to air pollution
• Higher population density
• More multifamily housing

This approach ensures charging stations are both financially viable and accessible to communities that need them most, particularly residents without home charging options.

The Los Angeles map demonstrates EVgo's commitment to equity, with existing stations (blue dots) and planned locations (blue diamonds) strategically positioned throughout environmental justice zones (shown in purple gradients). Darker purple areas indicate communities with greater environmental justice concerns.

This data-driven strategy helps EVgo maintain accountability in building an inclusive charging network while working toward their vision of Electric for All.

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