San Diego Expands EV Charging Network, Advancing Clean Air Goals Across the Region

San Diego’s approach to sustainability often shows up in the infrastructure, systems and long-term planning rather than a single headline moment.

A new round of funding for electric vehicle (EV) charging across the city is one of those moments worth paying attention to.

Recent grants will help expand EV charging infrastructure throughout San Diego, with a focus on expanding access in public spaces and underserved communities—adding to a network that’s already growing across the region. The investment is part of a wider effort tied to clean air and climate goals where reducing emissions isn’t just about individual choices, but about building the systems that make those choices possible. 

What’s Already in Place

This investment builds on infrastructure visitors and event organizers are already using:

San Diego International Airport is building a new Terminal 1 parking plaza with more than 250 EV charging stations and EV-ready spaces, part of a broader redevelopment focused on sustainability and carbon-free electricity

The San Diego Trolley system is fully electric, connecting downtown, the border and major visitor areas.

Hotels and venues across the city continue to add EV charging for guests and attendees.
 

Where It Connects

EV charging is one piece of a broader system taking shape across San Diego.

The City of San Diego’s Climate Action Plan includes transitioning municipal fleets to electric vehicles, reducing fuel use and emissions over time:

The new EV charging grants will continue to fill gaps in the network—adding more places to plug in across neighborhoods, commercial areas and visitor hubs.