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Canada Invests in 22 New Fast-Chargers in British Columbia

Jun 23, 2021

Surrey, BC – The Government of Canada is building a low-emissions energy future to strengthen the economy, create good, middle-class jobs and support workers in the natural resource sectors. Transportation accounts for roughly 40 percent of the British Columbia’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions — with more than half coming from road transportation, including passenger cars and light trucks.

“Expanding our charging networks means even more  drivers can confidently adopt electric vehicles and enjoy travelling within B.C.’s beautiful southern interior. We’re proud to work with government and industry as we collectively make progress toward meeting our shared climate action goals.”

Doug Slater

Vice President, External and Indigenous Relations, FortisBC

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