Opening of the Nation’s First NEVI-Funded EV Charging Stations in Ohio and New York

Ohio and New York have inaugurated the first fast-charging electric vehicle (EV) stations funded by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program. Aligned with President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law allocates $5 billion over five years to establish a robust EV charging infrastructure with stations on highways at least every 50 miles. Since Biden took office, EV sales have tripled, private investment has surged, and publicly available charging ports have increased by 70%, placing the U.S. ahead of schedule to achieve the administration’s goal of 500,000 public EV charging ports by 2030.

U.S. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M. Granholm commended Ohio and New York for their leadership in opening NEVI-funded EV charging stations, anticipating that other states will soon follow suit. The new stations aim to fill charging gaps, enhance capacity, and boost the reliability of the national fast charging network. The Department of Transportation’s Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant Program, providing $2.5 billion, will complement these efforts by strategically deploying accessible EV charging and alternative fueling infrastructure.

The administration emphasizes the crucial role of EVs in a swift and equitable transition to clean transportation, reducing emissions, enhancing energy security, and creating economic opportunities. The comprehensive EV charging network plan aims to eliminate range anxiety, encourage EV adoption, and facilitate long-distance travel. Additional charging station launches are expected in the coming weeks and months in states such as Maine, Pennsylvania, and Vermont, with several states already progressing in their plans. Find out more!