Table 15 Key findings, challenges and recommendations of social impacts.
From: Analysis of multidimensional impacts of electric vehicles penetration in distribution networks
Impact | Key findings | challenges | Recommendations |
|---|---|---|---|
Social perception | V2G technology serves the community in many social aspects including public health, operating cost savings and job creations | Despite these benefits, the high upfront costs of EVs make it only affordable to high-income users leading to social inequalities Other barriers affecting public acceptance and adoption rates of EVs include those related to changes in transportation habits and concerns about charging availability and anxiety range | Developing affordable EV models by manufacturers and providing financial incentives and tax credits by government to low- and moderate-income consumers Developing a robust network of charging stations is essential to alleviate range anxiety and prompt social acceptance and |
Awareness | Awareness of EVs benefits are critical factors for EV market growth | A lack of awareness and understanding of EVs benefits is a significant barrier to its adoption | Holding trainings, educational programs and public awareness campaigns by governments to increase user familiarity and acceptance to EV technology |
Marketing and advertising | Marketing and advertising can motivate stakeholders for financial investments in the EV context | Limited marketing efforts in the area of V2G impose barriers against large investments in this sector | Marketing organizations and advertising campaigns should open new business contexts for EV products and services |
