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The modeling methodology and sample results of a comprehensive investi
gation into the impact of electric vehicles (EVs) on the Maricopa Coun
ty Non-Attainment Area is given. The proposed model includes submodels
of power plants using simulation techniques to produce unit commitmen
t schedules. Scenario analysis was employed to address the inherent un
certainty involved in modeling rapidly changing technology. Two well-a
rticulated scenarios postulated EV penetration rates, performance char
acteristics and load requirements. The proposed model provides estimat
es of the change in pollutant levels. The pollutants examined in this
research are: hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen
dioxide, sulfur dioxide, and particulate matter under 10 microns. The
value of the research described here lies in the comprehensiveness of
the model and the depiction of the sensitivity of the conclusions to t
he altering of the value of the model inputs.