Accelerating Florida One Electric Vehicle at a Time
Electric vehicles aren't just green – they're also gold for Florida's economy, sparking job creation and pumping savings back to EV owners. With Florida zooming to second place in U.S. EV registrations, the Sunshine State is on the fast track to an electric revolution – and that can be supercharged by the electrification of local fleets. By leveraging IRA tax credits, school districts can also deploy electric school buses and further cut transportation sector emissions.
Feeling the pinch at the pump? Here's a bright spot: electric vehicles. They’re kinder to Floridians’ wallets, promising an estimated $84.5 billion in savings by 2050, and they're also a job-creation powerhouse, with a nearly-30% surge in EV jobs. This growth complements bold, equity-centered clean energy progress. With more than 150,000 EVs already registered in the state and unrelenting population growth predicted to add another 3 million drivers here by 2030, Florida’s consumer-driven EV expansion is set to propel our state’s innovation into high gear.
Charge up. Buckle up. Pedal down. It’s time to drive Florida forward, one electric vehicle at a time.
Lower cost of ownership
Shifting to electric vehicles could save Florida drivers an estimated $84.5 billion by 2050! Supported by the plan to electrify local fleets, including electric school buses in key districts, these efforts contribute to significant emissions reductions and operational cost savings. EVs, with their modern technology and design, EVs don’t require costly routine maintenance. Recharging an EV battery rather than pumping costly fuel is 3 times cheaper per mile than the cost of a gas-powered car, making EVs the wallet-friendly wheels of the future.
JOB CREATOR
Florida saw a 28% increase in EV-related jobs from 2021 to 2022, and it’s predicted that 50% of all new car sales will be EVs by the end of the decade. This surge in EV adoption is likely to generate even more employment opportunities in the industry. With 3 million more drivers expected on Florida roadways by 2030, the outlook is bright for even more EV jobs that pay well. From technology to manufacturing, the EV industry provides numerous opportunities for a wide range of skill sets.
COMPETITIVE EDGE
Florida already ranks second in the nation for EV registrations. Continual strengthening of the EV infrastructure, and striving toward ambitious emission reduction and clean energy targets, Florida is poised to become a competitive player in the sustainable energy arena. Florida already has the 16th largest economy in the world, and a strong EV presence equips the state with even more tools to remain an economic leader on the world stage.