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ELF EV Rally to Prudhoe Bay

Alaska Electric Vehicle Association (AKEVA) is excited to partner with Launch Alaska and the Center for Transportation and the Environment for our newest project!  Our project was selected to receive grant funding by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Energy Program for Innovation Clusters (EPIC). Under EPIC, AKEVA will be working on creating a world-class electric …

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Exit Marine Brings Electrification to Seward

As electrification changes the world, forward looking Alaskan business are expanding their customer base and investing in projects that benefit their local community.  Laura and Kenneth, owners of Exit Marine and 60 Degrees Adventure Charters, noticed increased electric vehicle traffic to Seward; however, the city had no electric vehicle charging stations leaving many EV drivers …

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The Alaska State Museum in Juneau ELFS

Museums are an integral part of communities all across Alaska.  In addition to their immense cultural and educational value, Alaskan museums are uniquely positioned to provide destination charging and electric vehicle exposure to their patrons. That’s why AKEVA is thrilled about our partnership with the Alaska State Museum’s Office of Statewide Services to connect Alaskan museums …

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Homer ELFS – Taz Tally, Mark Haller, and The Art Shop Gallery

Homer is an amazing Alaskan town and AKEVA wanted to make sure there was a charging option available for local and visiting EV drivers.  Finding a business willing to host a charger is always a challenge—finding a host for the first public EV charger in town is even more challenging.  However, having a local champion who can …

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AKEVA EV Rate RCA Petition

Currently, there are no electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers (Level 3) on Alaska’s continuous road system.  The high monthly electrical cost associated with turning on fast chargers in Alaska prohibits the building of an EV fast charging network to connect Alaska and enable long range EV travel or commuting.  Lack of fast chargers is a …

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EV Educate

Driving an Electric Vehicle in Alaska Electric Vehicles perform well in Alaska.   Low mounted lithium battery provides for a low center of gravity and weight improves traction while driving on snow.  Electric motors provide for superior acceleration and responsiveness.   There is no cold starting your vehicle and waiting for it to idle and warm up.   …

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