Biden-Harris Administration Allocates $635 Million to Expand Zero-Emission EV Charging and Refueling Infrastructure
WASHINGTON—On January 10, 2025, the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) announced $635 million in grants to bolster the nation's electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative refueling infrastructure. Funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the grants will support 49 projects across 27 states, four tribes, and Washington, D.C., deploying over 11,500 EV charging ports and expanding hydrogen and natural gas fueling networks.
The investment advances President Biden's goal of 500,000 public EV chargers by 2030, with over 206,000 chargers already operational. Highlights include $368 million for community-based projects and $268 million for corridor fast-charging infrastructure, prioritizing equity through the Justice40 Initiative by directing 67% of funds to disadvantaged communities.
Projects include installing hydrogen fueling for heavy-duty trucks in Bayport, Texas, and expanding EV infrastructure in rural and urban locations, such as the Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma and Troy, Alabama. The grants complement private sector efforts, create jobs, reduce emissions, and support the transition to a clean energy economy.
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