Overview

• San Francisco has installed its first two curbside EV chargers at 55 Fillmore Street through a partnership with Brooklyn-based startup it's electric.
• The new chargers dispense 7.6 kW of power, providing approximately 25 miles of range per hour, with a two-hour weekday limit for non-permit holders.
• The pilot program aims to inform the city’s strategy for scaling public charging infrastructure to 1,760 ports by 2030, up from the current 1,152.
• The installation leverages behind-the-meter technology to avoid grid strain and streamline deployment without requiring utility upgrades.
• One-third of cars sold in San Francisco over the past two years have been electric, reflecting rapid adoption and driving demand for accessible charging solutions.