Electrification of transportation is critical for achieving Canada’s goals for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. With gas prices going up, more and more Canadians are exploring electric and hybrid car options. This interest is further fueled by the federal government’s mandate of 100% zero-emission vehicle sales by 2035¹. As a result, the number of electric vehicles on our roads is growing steadily.
Power generation and electrical infrastructure will need to accommodate electric vehicles Widespread EV deployment also requires considerations for their electrical demand. What will happen when millions of EVs start charging overnight? Some believe this will create an energy demand problem. Collaboration with electrical utilities is critical to align generation and transmission infrastructure capacity so that they can meet the increased needs.
Electrification of transportation involves players from various sectors, including the automotive industry, utilities, transportation infrastructure, and technology companies, as well as all three levels of government. Standards can play a key role in bringing all interested parties together to address issues and challenges collectively and in a collaborative manner. CSA Group’s standards development process is based on consensus and balanced representation.
The CSA C22.2 No. 346:22 standard can be used by manufacturers seeking clarity on the safety requirements for their products, as well as by conformity assessment bodies to test and certify products for electrical safety compliance. While the standard provides requirements for DC fast charging supply equipment for EVs in the Canadian context, it is also accepted in the U.S. and Mexico, helping ensure compatibility and interoperability of charging systems across North America.
Systemic approach to integrating electric vehicles CSA Group has been engaged in activities supporting the development and implementation of EV charging technologies and their harmonization across North America since 2010. Our standardization approach helps to seamlessly integrate EVs into the electrical system.