EV high speed charging hub coming to downtown Orlando

Orlando, Fla. — A multi-agency partnership led by Orlando Utilities Commission was awarded a $500,000 grant to build an electric vehicle charging hub in downtown Orlando.

The grant comes as part of a statewide EV infrastructure project by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.

The project is already on the way and the EV charging hub will be located on land next to Ace Cafe, that is owned by OUC. The site could feature up to 22 “Level 3” charging stations, including 16 fast-chargers for Teslas.

Electric Vehicles can be charged using a regular 120v, like the ones we have in our homes, but charging an EV with a “Level 1” charger would take over 8 hours. “Level 2” chargers are more common and offer 240v.

Many apartment complexes and communities offer Level 2 chargers, which can take around 4 hours to complete a full charge. “Level 3” chargers are often called “Fast Chargers.” These charge a vehicle in 20 to 30 minutes.

This changing hub also will help local businesses attract more customers because EV owners will need to pass some time while their vehicle charges.

OUC, the City of Orlando, Orange County and Power Electronics are partners in the project. The project is expected to be completed in 2021

Cox Media Group