Scherer Announces New EV Charging Station in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Sue Scherer, D-Springfield, is celebrating a new round of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) grants coming to Illinois that will stimulate electric vehicle growth by funding several Electric Vehicle charging stations.

“Springfield emerging as a focal point for electric vehicle manufacturing will benefit the sustainability and efficiency of our economy for generations to come,” Scherer said. “Our ultimate goal is to support residents the best way we can and these grants allow them to have a place to charge their electric vehicles while also increasing job opportunities and good air quality for communities.” 

The implementation of $18.4 million, due to the second round of the NEVI program, will support 25 electric vehicle charging stations along interstate corridors, contributing to the ultimate goal of increasing electric vehicles in Illinois. 

A little over $850,000 will be allocated to the community, whose charging station location will have five ports and will be located at 3125 Wide Track Drive in Springfield. 

“We want all Illinoisans to lead healthy and prosperous lives,” Scherer said. “This grant gets us a step closer to that goal by providing charging stations for vehicles that reduce air pollution and cut costs, which improves the overall wellbeing of our communities.”