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National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program (Illinois) is sponsored by Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) / Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). This program provides funding to states to deploy EV fast charging infrastructure along designated alternative fuel corridors. The goal is to create a national EV charging network with high-speed charging stations every 50 miles.
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# NEVI - Environment - FHWA * Innovative Program Delivery * Planning, Environment, and Realty * Research, Development & Technology * Publications & Statistics * Policy & Guidance Center * Professional Development * National Highway Institute (NHI) * Accessibility Resource Library Office of Planning, Environment, & Realty (HEP) PlanningEnvironmentReal Estate HEPEventsGuidancePublicationsGlossaryAwardsContacts * Electric Vehicle Charger Reliability and Accessibility Accelerator For more information, please contact: [](https://www.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: States are the primary recipients, and they administer the competitive grant process. FFRDCs in Illinois could potentially partner with IDOT or other eligible entities (e. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows illinois expected to receive approximately $148 million over five years; IDOT has allocated up to $50 million for Phase 1. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program (Illinois) is funded by Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) / Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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