Commerce and Ecology prepare to launch two separate grant programs to build community and workplace charging stations
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August 15, 2023
*Preview: New state funding for EV charging stations*
Departments of Ecology and Commerce to open grant applications Sept. 6
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*Background*
Building charging infrastructure to support the growing adoption of electric vehicles (EV) is a priority for the State of Washington. In addition to Commerce’s Washington Electric Vehicle Charging program, our partners at the Department of Ecology are launching new "Charge Where You Are" grants.
Here is some information about both programs to help potential applicants prepare for this key funding opportunity.
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EV Charging
*Project Types*
Installing *Level 2 or DC Fast Charging (DCFC) *for:
* Multi-family residential charging
* Publicly-available charging in underserved communities
* Fleet depot and workplace charging
*Application Period*
Sept. 6 – Dec. 1, 2023
*Eligible Lead Applicants*
* Electric utilities
* Public agencies
* Federally recognized Tribal governments
* Non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations
Lead applicants are encouraged to partner with each other and the private sector, including charging companies or site hosts.
*Funds Available*
$64 million this round
* Level 2: $7,500 per plug
* DCFC: $85,000 per plug
Projects that include priority elements may qualify for additional points. More information in guidelines.
*Funding Cycle*
The first of two funding cycles to be offered in 2023-2025. An additional $60M is expected to be distributed in 2024-2025.
*Project Period*
Recipients should expect to complete Level 2 projects within 270 days, and DCFC projects within 580 days.
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Charge Where You Are
*Project Types*
Installing 4-10 *Level 2* charging plugs for:
* Multi-Unit Residential Buildings
* Publicly available charging
* Fleet and workplace charging
*Application Period*
Sept. 26 – Nov. 16, 2023
Guidelines will be published on Sept 26.
*Eligible Applicants*
Eligible applicants include, but are not limited to:
* Businesses
* Non-profit 501(c)(3) organizations
* Public organizations
* Tribal governments
Private and public entities are encouraged to apply.
*Funds Available*
$1 million available this round.
* Level 2: $10,000 per plug, or up to 80% of project costs
Projects that qualify for reduced match may receive up to 100% of project costs. More information in guidelines.
*Funding Cycle*
Applications will open for several rounds. Ecology expects to distribute the full $3.5M for Level 2 charging projects over the next two years.
*Project Period*
Recipients should expect to complete projects within one year of signing grant agreements.
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Next Steps
In preparation for the opening of these grant opportunities, we recommend potential applicants:
* *Determine *how on-site charging may benefit your organization and community.
* *Consult* with your electric utility regarding your site’s readiness and capacity for the proposed project. If you do not own the property, consider drafting a site-host agreement.
* *Familiarize* your organization with the state procurement process and permitting process.
*Questions?*
Department of Ecology: Mehjabeen Rahman <
[email protected]>, 360-764-6303
Department of Commerce:
[email protected], 509-715-3076
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