Direct Current Fast-Charging Plazas Grant
The Direct Current Fast-Charging Plazas Grant from the Colorado Energy Office funds advanced public EV charging plazas statewide to expand high-speed, accessible, and reliable electric vehicle infrastructure.
Funder: Colorado Energy Office
Due Dates: October 16, 2026 (Q&A Deadline) | November 11, 2026 (Application Deadline) | November 13, 2026 (Round Closes)
Funding Amounts: ~$14 million total for this round; incentives per port: $75k–$175k (location-dependent); max funding %: 50%–80%; additional battery storage incentives available.
Summary: Supports the installation of high-speed, public DC fast-charging plazas (4+ ports, 150kW+) across Colorado to expand EV charging access in communities and along corridors.
Key Information: Projects must be publicly accessible, with at least 4 ports at 150kW+ each; enhanced incentives for priority locations and battery storage; match required.
Description
The Colorado Energy Office, in partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation, offers funding to develop Direct Current Fast-Charging (DCFC) Plazas across Colorado. The program aims to expand equitable access to high-speed EV charging, targeting both communities and highway corridors, with a focus on locations lacking sufficient charging infrastructure. Funding is provided through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program and the Community Access Enterprise (CAE), supporting the state’s goals for EV adoption and emissions reduction.
