Established by the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program provides $28.5 million in combined federal and state funding to Rhode Island to support the buildout of a reliable, statewide EV charging network.

During Phase 1, Rhode Island developed its Alternative Fuel Corridor network and, in summer 2024, became the first state in the nation to achieve full certification from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) by installing NEVI-compliant fast charging stations at key Park & Ride locations.

Rhode Island is now advancing into Phase 2, focused on expanding EV charging access beyond highway corridors and into local communities. Through a competitive application process, Phase 2A supports the deployment of publicly accessible, NEVI-compliant charging infrastructure across the state.

In parallel, the State continues to invest in charging infrastructure on state-owned properties to maximize geographic coverage and ensure a reliable backbone network, while also supporting public-private partnerships to advance community-based charging solutions.

The Phase 2A application period closed on August 15, 2025. OER is currently finalizing awards, with additional updates expected in the coming months.

Questions? - Please contact us at energy.rinevi@energy.ri.gov