Abstract:

Des Moines, the capital of Iowa, has built a reputation for forward-thinking regional planning focused on sustainability. Its dedication to innovative solutions is exemplified through its “Tomorrow Plan,” which calls for centrally planned growth and resource consumption. This focus on innovative sustainability solutions extends to the City’s dedication to EV adoption within the municipal fleet. This case study released by the Electrification Coalition highlights the City of Des Moines, Iowa, following Des Moines’ journey to reducing emissions and deploying EVs in a cold climate. The Collaborative provided direction, insight, and vehicle recommendations through the use of the DRVE tool, which uses careful analysis to select the best vehicles for fleets on a city-by-city basis. The City utilized leasing to procure their Nissan LEAFs through the Collaborative and are on their way to full fleet electrification.