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Ohio has $100 million available to support the installation of electric-vehicle charging stations across the state over the next five years.
DriveOhio within the Ohio Department of Transportation is accepting proposals from companies to
install and operate the charging
stations.
Funding proposals must align with Ohio's EV Infrastructure Deployment plan, which requires charging stations support at least four direct current fast chargers with at least 150 kilowatts per port. There already are 13 charging stations in Ohio that meet these requirements. The plan is to add 30 more locations by 2025.
"The development of a statewide network of charging infrastructure will enable EV travel across the state, support private sector investment, and spur even more economic development across the state," said Gov. Mike DeWine.
Ohio's EV infrastructure deployment will focus on interstate corridors before moving to U.S. and state routes. Once charging stations on federally-required corridors are complete, the remaining funds will be used for charging along additional corridors, at state tourist attractions and freight corridors.
Ohio's plan was approved by the Federal Highway Administration last month, making the $100 million in federal funding available.
ODOT will accept proposal requests through Dec. 21.
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