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National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program

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National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program

TRIBAL ORGANIZATIONS ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR UP

$15,800,000.


DEADLINE

March 25, 2026


TYPE OF PROGRAM

The NEVI Formula Program is a federal funding program that helps to install standardized, publicly accessible DC fast chargers along major highway corridors to support reliable long-distance EV travel and reduce emissions.


WHO MANAGES IT?

Administered by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and the California Energy Commission (CEC).


WHAT CAN YOU USE IT FOR?

  • Installing high-powered DC fast chargers

  • Upgrading existing charging sites

  • Supporting site preparation

  • Equipment and hardware costs including chargers, networking and software for station management


APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

  • California Tribal Organizations serving California Native American Tribes

  • Private entities except investor-owned utilities


WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT?

  • Award Cap: $15,800,000

  • Cost Share: 20%



Charge California’s future with $79M available to build public EV fast chargers—apply now!


For additional information, send us an email at grants@colusaindianenergy.com



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