Richmond, VA – According to the state officials, this strategic investment will support the expansion of a robust network of EV charging infrastructure to spur economic development and enable a convenient, reliable, and equitable charging experience for EV drivers.
The funding will close existing gaps along I-64, I-77, I-81, I-85, I-95, and I-295 designated as alternative fuel corridors.
Under the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, state departments of transportation will oversee the disbursement of $5 billion through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program.
The NEVI Program aims to construct a reliable national network of EV charging stations, with initial stations required to be located along designated AFCs.
The initial $11.3 million investment under Phase 1-A of VDOT’s NEVI Program will facilitate the deployment of third-party owned and operated EV charging stations at 18 sites across 13 counties, adding 66 fast charging ports across the Commonwealth.
Notably, 14 of these charging stations are located within a half-mile of federally designated disadvantaged communities.
Proposed locations were screened against federal requirements, with awardees selected through a competitive scoring process that evaluated location, station cost, level of applicant match funding, applicant qualifications, nearby amenities such as restrooms, dining, and shopping, and other customer experience-focused factors.
