ComEd Honors Nine Illinois Communities for EV Infrastructure Progress
Event summary
- ComEd and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus recognized nine Illinois communities for graduating from the 2026 EV Readiness Program.
- The program supports municipalities in updating zoning codes, streamlining permitting, and training first responders for EV adoption.
- Streamwood and Vernon Hills received Silver EV Ready designation, while Northbrook, Downers Grove, and Des Plaines earned Bronze.
- ComEd has provided over $200M in EV incentive and rebate funding, with 81% dedicated to equity investment eligible communities.
The big picture
ComEd's EV Readiness Program reflects the utility's strategic push to support Illinois' goal of one million EVs on the road by 2030. The initiative aligns with broader state mandates under the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act, positioning ComEd as a key player in the regional transition to electric transportation. The program's expansion to 45 communities underscores its growing influence in shaping municipal policies and infrastructure investments.
What we're watching
- Infrastructure Expansion
- How the pace of EV charging station installations will affect the program's long-term success.
- Regulatory Alignment
- Whether Illinois' Climate and Equitable Jobs Act targets will drive further municipal participation.
- Equity Investment
- The impact of ComEd's focus on low-income communities on broader EV adoption rates.
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