Georgia will add 26 new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations statewide. The Georgia Department of Transportation announced that the State Transportation Board approved a $24.4 million grant for the project. The funding is part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program, a $5 billion initiative under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to expand EV charging networks nationwide, FOX 5 Atlanta reported.
The expansion will serve both urban and rural communities, targeting gaps identified in earlier efforts. GDOT has partnered with six private companies to design, install, finance, operate, and maintain the new stations, which will include Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) ports for at least five years, allowing faster vehicle charging. Governor Brian P. Kemp noted that Georgia’s infrastructure network supports business, travel, and reliable transportation for residents.
The new charging stations will each include four DCFC ports that can operate at the same time and will be available 24/7. Charging times will vary by vehicle, with some able to fully recharge in as little as 20 minutes. The stations will be built in counties across Georgia, from Atkinson to Worth, expanding the state’s EV charging network and supporting greater electric vehicle adoption.
The initiative aims to improve access for electric vehicle drivers and aligns with Georgia’s plans to strengthen its position in innovation and infrastructure. Georgia DOT Commissioner Russell R. McMurry told the Cobb County Courier that the state is investing in infrastructure to enhance the transportation network, support economic development, and improve the experience for EV drivers.
GDOT has not provided a detailed timeline for the new charging stations, which are part of ongoing efforts to expand EV infrastructure in the state. These additions follow several sites added earlier in 2024. Under the NEVI program, up to 80% of project costs are covered, with private partners funding the remainder.
