Trump Orders Shutdown of Federal EV Charging Stations, Reversing Biden's Clean Energy Push
February 22, 2025
The shutdown will impact both personal EVs owned by government employees and government-owned EVs, as the GSA oversees the charging facilities at federal buildings.
This shutdown coincides with the removal of EVs purchased under the Biden administration, which are now set to be sold or stored.
The GSA's decision affects hundreds of charging stations that collectively offer around 8,000 plugs, significantly impacting EV infrastructure.
The exact number of charging stations affected remains unclear, as the announcement originated from a regional GSA office without further details provided.
This decision aligns with the Trump administration's broader trend of cutting federal support for renewable energy initiatives and reducing government agency roles.
Studies have shown that access to workplace charging significantly increases the likelihood of employees owning EVs, underscoring the importance of such infrastructure.
The Trump administration has ordered the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) to disconnect its network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, marking a significant reversal in the progress made on EVs and clean energy initiatives.
Federal employees are expected to receive guidance next week regarding the shutdown, with some regional offices already directed to take their chargers offline.
Currently, federal buildings across the U.S. host over 3,300 charging ports, many of which are available to the public, supporting both government and private EV usage.
The Biden administration had previously mandated the electrification of government vehicle fleets and ordered nearly 82,000 zero-emission vehicles, demonstrating a commitment to expanding EV infrastructure.
The Trump administration has already rolled back several of Biden's climate initiatives, including halting funding for public charging station construction, raising concerns about executive overreach.
Speculation exists that Trump may seek to eliminate the federal EV tax credit if he has the opportunity, further impacting EV adoption.
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TechCrunch • Feb 22, 2025
Trump administration reportedly shutting down federal EV chargers nationwide | TechCrunch
Inside Climate News • Feb 21, 2025
Trump Wants the Federal Government’s Facilities Administration to Disconnect Its EV Charging Stations - Inside Climate News