Conduit Street Podcast
From the halls of the State House to the heart of county government, the Conduit Street Podcast breaks down the decisions shaping Marylanders’ daily lives. Produced by the Maryland Association of Counties (MACo), this weekly podcast offers smart, accessible insights on the latest state and local policy — with counties always at the center.
Explore how legislation, executive actions, and agency decisions affect essential public services like education, infrastructure, public safety, health, and other core functions that matter most to Maryland residents. With special guests from across the state and the occasional world-famous dad joke, Conduit Street keeps you informed, engaged, and ready for what’s next.
Whether you’re a policymaker, a public servant, or just policy-curious, this is your front-row seat to Maryland’s political landscape.
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Two Barriers to EV Adoption in MD
On the latest episode of the Conduit Street Podcast, Kevin Kinnally and Dominic Butchko discuss barriers to the widespread adoption of election vehicles. The need to address the global climate crisis has rallied policymakers to adopt aggressive measures to encourage manufacturers and consumers to embrace electric vehicle (EV) technology. But, many challenges remain.
In addition to concerns about electric grid capacity and inadequate charging infrastructure, questions about affordability and infrastructure are two of the most significant barriers to getting more drivers to switch to EVs. With the average cost of a new EV hovering around $60,000, many motorists are priced out of the market. And the potential for EVs to upend traditional transportation funding models while at the same time contributing significantly more strain on roads remains a vexing issue.
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