How Michigan is funding EV Charger Installation Includes Utility Partnership

Michigan’s EGLE Charge Up Michigan Program offers funding for EV charger installation.

Who is receiving funds for EV charger installations?

• cities
• airport authorities
• economic development corporations
• convenience stores and gas stations

How much is available per charging station under the program? $70,000 per charging station

How will the overall costs for charging station installation be shared? In a partnership between the site’s owner, and the electric utility that serves the site. Each pay 1/3 of the cost to install the fast charger.

The program’s funding source: Volkswagen diesel emissions settlement

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