Electric vehicle charging infrastructure: positioning in India

Abstract

PurposeThe study identifies the challenges of developing the “electric vehicle (EV)” charging infrastructure in India, having an ambitious target of 30% EV adoption by 2030.Design/methodology/approachFirst, a systematic literature review determined EV adoption and challenges in the EV charging infrastructure development globally and specifically in India. Secondly, a focussed group study in which 10 domain experts were consulted to identify additional challenges in India's EV adoption involving EV charging infrastructure.FindingsAccordingly, 11 significant challenges of EV charging infrastructure development in India have been identified–seven through the comparative analysis of the literature review and four from the focussed group study. Secondary data provides insight into the situation around developed countries and in developing countries, specifically in India. Finally, the Government of India's measures and priorities to facilitate such a development are emphasised.Research limitations/implicationsThe study can help policymakers/researchers understand the gaps and align measures to address the challenges. A focussed group study may have its limitations due to the perception of the experts.Originality/valueThe systematic literature review of 43 articles using comparative analysis and subsequently a focussed group study of experts to verify and add challenges has made the study unique.

Adoption intention and willingness to pay for electric vehicles: role of social-psychological attributes, fiscal incentives and socio-demographics

“…The nations worldwide are experiencing symptoms of warming climate that might have catastrophic long-term implications (Kore and Koul, 2022;Oliveira et al, 2015). Meanwhile, air pollution has recently emerged as one of India's most pressing social and environmental problems (Kumar et al, 2021).…”

“…The nations worldwide are experiencing symptoms of warming climate that might have catastrophic long-term implications (Kore and Koul, 2022; Oliveira et al. , 2015).…”

“…Despite global growth, total EV sales in 2019 were only about 2.5% of total auto sales, rising to 4.2% in 2020. India, the world's fourth-biggest auto supplier, lags substantially behind these nations in EV adoption (CEEW, 2019; Kore and Koul, 2022).…”

Challenges and Solutions in Developing Eco-Friendly Electric Vehicles with Extended Range

“…Electric vehicles (EVs) have emerged as one of the most promising alternatives to traditional fossil fuel-powered cars. Electric vehicles offer the potential to reduce air pollution, cut greenhouse gas emissions, and ease pressure on fossil fuel resources [1], [2]. However, the adoption of electric vehicles in Jakarta and other urban areas is a complex challenge characterized by multiple factors, including infrastructure limitations, economic considerations, consumer preferences, and regulatory frameworks [3], [4].…”

Integration of distributed generations by coordinating electric vehicle charging station in medium voltage network by Swarm intelligence

“…Therefore, many countries and automobile industries have made significant efforts to enhance the popularity and use of EV (Deilami and Muyeen, 2020). Ahuge increase in growth will be observed in the EV sector by 2025, which is expected to reach 50 million and 125 million by 2030 (Mukherjee and Gupta, 2014), whereas, according to Kore and Koul, (2022), India is focused toward charging station (CS) infrastructure development to handle 30% EV adaption by 2030. This affects the grid and its performance.…”