SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) has announced $20 million in grants to expand the state’s network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, available on a first-come, first-served basis.
“Governor Pritzker has prioritized electrification of the transportation sector to improve air quality and benefit the health of our residents,” said Acting Director Jennings. “To support that priority, we are committed to expanding the charging infrastructure necessary to power current and future electric vehicles throughout Illinois.”
The funding covers the purchase and installation of both Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) stations (Level 3) and alternating current (Level 2) charging stations at publicly accessible locations across Illinois.
According to the IEPA, each Level 3 charger application must include at least two station locations, with up to eight DCFC ports per site eligible for funding. There is no limit on the number of Level 2 ports.
Projects will be evaluated based on readiness, whether the site is in an area where the IEPA has not previously funded a project, distance to existing public charging sites, and location accessibility, such as being at a public park-and-ride facility.
Additional grant funding is available for projects located in Equity Investment Eligible Communities, helping to ensure equitable access to EV infrastructure statewide.
The funding comes from the Rebuild Illinois program, part of the state’s ongoing effort to support clean energy and sustainable transportation initiatives.
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