Rethinking EV Charging in Cities: A Design-Driven Approach

Discover how a founder's design background is revolutionizing EV charging in urban areas in this 23-minute World Economic Forum talk. Learn about Tiya Gordon's innovative company, It's Electric, which offers a curbside solution that draws power from buildings, bypassing lengthy permitting and installation processes. Explore how Gordon's design expertise enables her to identify novel approaches, overcome obstacles, and accelerate the energy transition. Gain insights into the challenges of expanding charging infrastructure in cities and the potential solutions offered by this groundbreaking approach. Delve into the intersection of design thinking, urban planning, and sustainable transportation as Gordon shares her journey from recognizing the impending climate crisis to developing practical solutions for EV charging.