The Biden-Harris Administration has announced the opening of applications for $1.3 billion in funding to continue expanding the national electric vehicle (EV) charging network.
This initiative is part of the broader efforts supported by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to enhance EV infrastructure across the United States, targeting urban and rural areas as well as strategic highway locations.
The Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program, alongside the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program, will provide these funds.
The primary goal is to ensure equitable access to clean transportation and promote the adoption of zero-emission freight infrastructure.
This funding round, which follows a highly demanded initial phase, includes over $520 million reserved for applicants who were not selected previously.
Aiming to establish a national network of 500,000 public EV charging stations by 2030, this initiative is set to play a critical role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and advancing the nation's clean energy goals.
The funding is categorized into Community Charging and Fueling Grants, aimed at local infrastructure needs, and Alternative Fuel Corridor Grants, which focus on highway infrastructure development.
Eligible applicants for these grants include state and local governments, tribal nations, and U.S. territories. The deadline for applications is August 28, 2024.
To provide further details about this funding opportunity, two public webinars will be conducted.
For additional information and to submit applications, interested parties can visit the FHWA’s CFI Discretionary Grant Program website.
For more detailed information, you can access the original announcement here.
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