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Clean Fuel and Charging Infrastructure Program

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Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy

Clean Fuel and Charging Infrastructure Program

On July 24, 2024, Governor Gretchen Whitmer approved a $30 million one-time appropriation to support clean fuel and charging infrastructure projects. The funding will be used to provide grants for deploying electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and hydrogen fueling infrastructure, with at least 40% of the funds allocated to disadvantaged communities.

The grants can be applied to:

  • Installing non-public charging and fueling stations for fleets and public transit systems.
  • Developing charging and fueling infrastructure for multifamily housing units.
  • Closing gaps in fast charging networks outside designated alternative fuel corridors.

In the first of a series of Request for Proposals, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) will provide $5 million in initial funding for the deployment of non-publicly available Level 2 alternating current (AC) EV charging stations, including make-ready upgrade costs, maintenance and operations contracts, and networking or data plans for existing multifamily housing units. 

Contact

Nicki Guggemos
GuggemosN1@Michigan.gov
517-449-9304

 

Eligibility Requirements

Any organization is able to apply. 

Program Priorities

Eligible projects should focus on the deployment of Level 2 AC EV charging stations at existing multifamily housing units in Michigan. Impacted facilities must be occupied and have long range plans of continued use. All eligible applicants must provide a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) number from the System for Award Management (Home | SAM.gov) website.

Funding Amount

A total of $5,000,000 in grant funding is expected to be available, with the maximum individual grant award being $300,000. Funds must be expended by September 30, 2027. A minimum of 30 percent (%) match of the total requested grant funds is required for applicants whose project is not located in Environmental Justice communities as determined (using a copy of Environmental Protection Agency’s EJScreen Tool for Designated Disadvantaged Communities / EPA IRA Disadvantaged Communities).

Grant awards will be distributed on a reimbursement basis only, meaning grantees must pay project costs in full prior to receiving funds from EGLE. EGLE will reimburse grantees their award amount once proper invoices, receipts, and proof of payments have been received and reviewed. 

Awardee Obligations 

  • EGLE Sample Grant Agreement
  • Provide monthly progress updates via phone and email to the program coordinator as needed
  • Report charging session metrics
  • Provide documentation of project expenditures (e.g., invoices, receipts, and proof of payments)
  • Submit payment request to the program manager within 30 days of completing the project

Timeline

EGLE will accept and process applications on a first come, first serve basis until funding is exhausted.

  • Start Date of Projects: Effective Date of Grant Agreement (dependent on application date and approval process)
  • End of Date Projects: September 30, 2027
  • Deadline for Payment Submissions: October 31, 2027

Preparing Your Application 

There are several steps an applicant needs to take prior to submitting an application to this program, including: 

  • Verify your project site meets the program priorities. 
  • Engage with your electric utility provider to get a site assessment to determine if power upgrades are necessary. You will need a “Will Serve Letter” from your electric utility provider to be considered for funding. Several investor-owned utilities have rebate programs that can be used as matching funds. 
  • Determine the applicable building/electrical codes, zoning, permitting and inspection process of the local jurisdiction.
  • Secure a quote from your selected EV charger hardware and software provider that meets the minimum requirements outlined in the Request for Proposals.
  • Secure a quote from your selected installation and operations and maintenance provider that meets the minimum requirements outlined in the Request for Proposals.
  • Form your EV charging station project team.
  • Determine the project site layout.
  • Determine the overall project timing plan.

Application Documents 

Additional Resources