Avanza EV, a national initiative by Citizen Energy, is deploying chargers and bilingual education in low-income and underserved communities
2024 Program Highlights
14 EV Showcase Events
These events offered bilingual education through hands-on learning with EVs, dealership presence, and information on local and federal incentives to help residents maximize savings on EV purchases.
Over 8,600 Households Engaged
Through door knocking, workshops, online resources, and community events, all delivered bilingually (SP/EN), thousands learned about EV benefits.
34 New Site Contracts
Thirty-four multifamily housing locations in Maryland have committed to hosting new charging stations, ensuring on-site access for residents who otherwise lack home-charging options.
Over 300 Signed Interest Pledges
Residents are now one step closer to purchasing or leasing a new or used EV, supported by continued guidance from the program.
Over 75 Households Assisted
Families received help navigating financing, rebate applications, and dealership negotiations, with a goal to significantly lower fuel and maintenance costs.
Over 50 Letters of Intent
Over fifty low-income multifamily housing site hosts across Maryland, Washington, DC, Virginia, and Colorado have formally expressed interest in expanding EV charging and educational initiatives.
Developed More Partnerships Nationwide
Partnered with new and used EV dealerships, city and county officials, local mission-aligned educational nonprofits, EV installers, EV enthusiast networks, and other crucial stakeholders.
Federal CFI Grant Awards
Partnered with local jurisdictions on winning awards for the Federal Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) grant in Pueblo (CO), Monterey Bay Region (CA), and Washington, DC, to replicate successful programs for broader community impact across the nation.
Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Implementation
Began work on both the CFI grant round 1 in Maryland and also the Joint Office of Energy and Transportation Ride and Drive Electric grant.
Helping Underserved Communities
Continuing our mission to help low-income Latino residents save on energy and transportation costs by driving EV adoption, supported by additional funding from the Maryland Energy Administration, the GM Foundation, and others.
