1. The DVRPC Region
1) Looking at our regional characteristics frames the challenge of planning for climate change. In the nine counties of Greater Philadelphia there are over 5.5 million people that reside in 352 municipalities – over 1 million people live in municipalities with population of under 15,000. This is a region of small local governments with very strong home rule (property rights). They experience limited fiscal capacity and many of the urban areas are experiencing decline while suburban areas are experiencing sprawl. Coordinating regional strategies amongst these local governments is highly challenging.

2. Driving and Parking Habits
DVRPC Household Survey – 2588 vehicles in 5 counties
Based on a 24 hour diary and follow-up phone interview with households.
From 2000 – New survey in the field right now
Provides data on each trip taken for all modes.

4. Chevy Volt All Electric Range
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Chevy Volt All Electric Range
Nissan LEAF Range

5. Chevy Volt All Electric Range
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Chevy Volt All Electric Range
Nissan LEAF Range

6. Chevy Volt All Electric Range Nissan LEAF Range
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Chevy Volt All Electric Range
Nissan LEAF Range
Chevy Volt Gasoline Range
~350 mi.

8. Approximate miles using Level 1 charging4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32
Approximate miles using Level 1 charging

9. Approximate miles using Level 1 charging4 8 12 16 20 24 28 32
Approximate miles using Level 1 charging 15 30 45 60 75 90
105
120
Approximate miles using Level 2 charging

10. Conclusions: Many vehicles can readily be replaced by EVs.
Many Volt (and other PHEV/EREV) users will use only Level 1 at-home charging.
Many LEAF (and other AEV) users will use only Level 2 at home charging (no work charging).
Most at work charging need can be met by Level 1, both for PHEV/EREV users and AEV users.

11. EV Planning and Readiness in Southeastern Pennsylvania
Robert Graff