EVgo Inc. has been selected for proposed awards of $6.6 million from the California Energy Commission’s (CEC) California Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Project (CALeVIP) 2.0 program. The program is designed to aid the deployment of fast charging infrastructure in the central and eastern regions of California through the Golden State Priority Project (GSPP), which focuses exclusively on disadvantaged or low-income communities.
With the proposed funding, EVgo will build more than 100 DC fast charging stalls across 17 locations in central and eastern California, including Fresno, Hayward, Manteca, El Cerrito, Antioch and San Jose. The company will be deploying high-power 350kW chargers at each of the locations supported through this program, as part of its commitment to delivering a best-in-class charging experience.
The GSPP was launched in January 2023 as the first project available through CALeVIP 2.0, with a focus on equity and swift charger installation. This project incorporates a number of public funding best practices, including a focus on higher-power equipment and project readiness, prioritizing projects likely to be able to deliver near-term results for Californians.
Jonathan Levy, Chief Commercial Officer at EVgo, said that EVgo recognizes the importance of public-private partnerships to enable rapid EV adoption, and the California Energy Commission is a true leader in incenting market acceleration and private sector investment through programs like CALeVIP 2.0. He also added that EVgo and the CEC share a commitment to Electric for All, which includes ensuring fast charging infrastructure is distributed equitably and installed in communities across demographics and geographies.
More than 40% of EVgo’s existing fast charging network in California is located in disadvantaged and/or low-income census tracts, and with these 17 fast charging projects, EVgo can bring more convenient and affordable charging solutions to neighborhoods that will benefit most from the electrification of transportation. The proposed funding will help EVgo to continue its efforts in building an inclusive and sustainable future for all Californians.
