California, driving the future of electric vehicle adoption, secures $63 million to enhance charging infrastructure, install 1,000 chargers, and accelerate EV adoption under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
- Federal Funding Boost: The U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded Caltrans over $63 million in federal funds to enhance electric vehicle (EV) charging reliability. This funding is part of the Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator (EVC RAA) grant program under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.
- Infrastructure Enhancement: The grant will facilitate the fixing and installation of more than 1,000 chargers at 300 sites across California. The aim is to replace broken charging stations and meet new federal standards for public charging infrastructure, ensuring a more reliable and accessible network.
- Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Impact: Senator Alex Padilla highlighted the significance of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, stating that the funding will accelerate the adoption of an electric vehicle-powered future by strengthening the charging network across the state of California.
- Environmental Commitment: California State Transportation Secretary Toks Omishakin emphasized that the funding aligns with California’s commitment to lead the nation in zero-emission vehicle adoption. The investment is expected to increase reliability and reduce planet-warming pollution.
- Partnerships and Progress: Caltrans, in collaboration with EV charging providers and the California Energy Commission (CEC), will implement the funding to upgrade both Level 2 and DC fast chargers. This initiative builds on the state’s success in achieving zero-emission vehicle market metrics and supports its climate action goals.
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