Charging Smart Indiana: Transportation Electrification in America’s Crossroads

February 9, 2026 in Communities Authors: Jem Thompson, Tyler Cairncross

Across the country, cities and towns are planning for electric vehicles (EVs) in earnest. Smaller, rural, and more resource-constrained communities are best positioned to succeed when they have the capacity, subject-matter support, and locally appropriate tools needed to plan and deliver EV infrastructure that fits their context. Technical assistance and designation programs like Charging Smart provide this type of support.   Continue reading »

Charging Smart Continues to Grow

April 29, 2025 in Communities Author: Jem Thompson

We’re excited to share that Charging Smart has been helping communities accelerate transportation electrification for over a year! The technical assistance and designation program, which GPI originally piloted in the Midwest, has now expanded nationwide. Dozens of cities and towns across the country are pursuing designation, with new communities joining every day. Continue reading »