Core Viewpoint - The article highlights ongoing issues with electric bicycle charging fees in residential areas of Beijing, despite clear government regulations mandating lower rates and transparent pricing [1][8]. Group 1: Charging Fee Issues - Residents in the Guoyuan West community are charged 1.2 yuan per kilowatt-hour (kWh) for commercial electricity, while the government stipulates a rate of 0.5103 yuan per kWh for residential use [2][3]. - In the Lixin Jiayuan community, residents face similar issues, with charging fees set at 1.2 yuan per kWh due to the lack of property certificates, preventing access to residential electricity rates [4][5]. - The Guanghuaxuan community has charging facilities that do not comply with the mandated price separation and transparency, leading to confusion over the actual costs [6][7]. Group 2: Government Regulations - Multiple government departments have issued policies to regulate electric bicycle charging fees, emphasizing the need for compliance with residential electricity pricing and clear service fee structures [8]. - The 2022 implementation of the "Implementation Plan for Strengthening the Full Chain Management of Electric Bicycles" mandates that charging fees should reflect government-set residential rates [8]. - The 2023 local standard for electric bicycle charging facility management reinforces the requirement for transparent pricing, including separate charges for electricity and service fees [8]. Group 3: Coordination Challenges - Despite clear policies, there are significant barriers in the coordination between power supply companies and charging facility operators, hindering the effective implementation of the pricing standards [8]. - Local authorities need to enhance their efforts in facilitating communication between stakeholders to ensure residents benefit from the intended pricing advantages [8].