EVgo is actively working to improve racial and environmental justice through strategic EV charging station placement. The company recognizes its responsibility in infrastructure development and its impact on community access to clean transportation.

To address historical inequities in infrastructure deployment, EVgo has implemented several key initiatives:

Using EJScreen for Data-Driven Decisions EVgo utilizes EPA's EJScreen tool to identify and serve impacted communities, defined by:

• Areas within a 10-minute drive of charging stations
• High particulate pollution (PM2.5) levels
• Demographics including income and minority population percentages

Current Challenges and Solutions

Analysis of existing coverage revealed gaps in serving impacted communities. For example, in Atlanta:

• Most impacted areas lie in a belt south of the city
• Current charging infrastructure shows limited overlap with high-need areas

Improving Site Selection EVgo is enhancing its approach through:

• Direct community engagement
• Independent site prospecting beyond existing retail partners
• Including EJScreen factors in site scoring
• Balancing EV adoption data with equity considerations

Progress Tracking and Accountability The company has established:

• Board-reported metrics on EJScreen scores
• Quarterly improvement targets for coverage in impacted areas
• Regular evaluation of measurement criteria

Ongoing Challenges Key areas requiring continued attention:

• Rural area deployment economics
• Balancing site expansion vs. new location development
• Rate design and operating expenses in low-density areas

EVgo remains committed to transparent progress reporting and continuous improvement in serving all communities equitably through its charging infrastructure.

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