EV charging stations are soon coming to the region
Winning proposals include site plans at existing travel centers, grocery stores, retail shops, a hotel, a restaurant and a bank.
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced the future locations of new electric vehicle charging stations that will be installed in the first round of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program.
This makes Ohio the first state in the nation ready for construction of NEVI stations, which will ensure infrastructure is prepared to accommodate the increase of electric vehicle drivers in the coming years.
During a press conference with ODOT Director Jack Marchbanks, DriveOhio Executive Director Preeti Choudhary and FHWA deputy administrator Andrew Rogers, DeWine announced the state will award more than $18 million in NEVI funds for 27 electric vehicle fast-charging stations along Ohio’s interstate corridors. The $18 million will be matched with nearly $6 million from the private entities selected to install and operate the new EV fast-charging stations.
Winning proposals include site plans at existing travel centers, grocery stores, retail shops, a hotel, a restaurant and a bank. The new charging stations will be located every 50 miles and will be situated no more than 1 mile off the interstate. Each site will include at least four charger ports with 150 kilowatts per port and will be accessible 24/7 with access to food, drinks and restrooms. Charging station installation will begin later this year, and the fast chargers are expected to become operational in 2024.