ChargePoint, a provider of networked charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs), and the Colorado Energy Office recently announced the completion of six EV fast-charging corridors across the state.
In total, 33 dc fast-charging sites offering more than 80 charging ports are now available to EV drivers along highways across Colorado. The initiative was made possible by $10 million in state funding and more than $2 million in contributions from private and local government partners.
According to the Colorado Energy Office, the project has doubled the coverage of corridor fast charging in Colorado. Before the start of this project in 2019, 40% of highway corridors were within 30 miles of a fast charger. Upon completion, up to nearly 80% are within 30 miles of a fast charger.
Investments through programs such as the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program will continue being made, complementing the state’s efforts to deploy more charging infrastructure. Additionally, the Colorado Energy Office recently reported that Colorado is first in the nation for market share of new electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, so the infrastructure is anticipated to be used heavily from day one.
These charging sites enable fast, reliable charging strategically located along the state’s major highways, including Highway 40, I-70, Highway 50, Highway 550, and other key travel corridors. Locations range from convenience stores to local visitor centers to meet the needs and entertainment of drivers who are charging. Drivers can find the location of charging sites on the ChargePoint mobile app or website.
A list of all new sites powered by ChargePoint Express Plus in Colorado can be found online at the Energy Office’s website.
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