MnDOT hosts electric vehicle charger grant information session Aug. 27 in Rochester

ROCHESTER, Minn. – The Minnesota Department of Transportation is hosting information sessions, including one in Rochester on Aug. 27, about opportunities to install electric vehicle charging stations at locations near Interstate 90.

This new grant is part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program and will reimburse up to 90% of project costs. MnDOT anticipates this grant round will open in fall 2024. The information session will include a short presentation, and time for questions, answers and networking with others interested in the electric vehicle industry. Learn more at MnDOT’s website.

What will you learn at these sessions?

How your business can benefit from offering electric vehicle charging
What the process is to apply for NEVI grant funds
Requirements and expectations of the program
How you can partner with other knowledgeable providers to be successful

Where and when are sessions offered?

Aug. 27- Rochester
- 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
  MnDOT District 6 Headquarters, 2900 48th St. NW, Rochester, MN 55901-5848
  Registration is encouraged but not required.
  Register for an in-person session with MnDOT

There will also be an online meeting

Sept. 9 – Online
- 10 a.m. – noon
  Register for the online session

What is the NEVI program?
The purpose of this program is to build a convenient, affordable, reliable, and equitable fast charging network for electric vehicles across the United States. Over five years, Minnesota expects to receive and invest $68 million. We are building out our state’s alternative fuel corridors with the help of private businesses. A map showing potential cluster groups can be found at MnDOT’s website.

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