Rhode Island Energy has been recognized for its efforts in promoting electric vehicles (EVs) among its employees with a gold-level certification from the Electric Vehicle Adoption Leadership (EVAL) program. The EVAL program, offered by the nonprofit organization Forth, recognizes employers for their commitment to sustainable transportation.
Eight Rhode Island Energy workplaces, located in Middletown, Cumberland, Chopmist, Dexter, Lincoln, Westerly, Melrose, and North Kingstown, offer EV charging stations for employees. The company currently operates 27 electric vehicles and trucks, with 54 more on order or preparation.
“To achieve gold level certification with the EVAL program recognizes Rhode Island Energy’s dedication to advancing clean transportation options for our employees – many of whom are already taking advantage of these chargers,” said Greg Cornett, president of Rhode Island Energy. “It is our goal as an organization to continue supporting our employees and the community in choosing cleaner transportation solutions and contributing to a healthier environment and more sustainable future.”
The EVAL program, nationally recognized and supported by the U.S. Department of Energy, uses a four-tiered certification system (bronze, silver, gold, and platinum) to evaluate employers based on their efforts in supporting employee access to EVs, including assessing EV charging needs, planning and evaluating EV charging station locations, and demonstrating sustainability leadership in the workplace.
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