Charging of New Energy Vehicles

Charging infrastructure is a great assurance for BEV users towards green travel and an important pillar to boost the development of the industry of new energy vehicles, the construction of new electric power system, and the achievement of “dual-carbon” goals. On January 10, 2022, the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), the National Energy Administration (NEA) and other departments jointly issued the Implementation Opinions of the National Development and Reform Commission and Other Departments on Further Enhancing the Service Guarantee of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (F.G.N.Y.G. [2022] No. 53) (hereinafter referred to as the “Implementation Opinions”), which specified the target plans and guidelines for the establishment of charging infrastructure system featuring moderate advance of time, balanced in layout, and intelligent and efficient for the “14th Five-Year Plan” period.