It Pay$ to Plug In: DC Fast Charger Solicitation
Forecasted
It Pay$ to Plug In: DC Fast Charger Solicitation supports New Jersey community charging projects, funding public DC fast chargers to expand electric vehicle access and reduce emissions.
Funder: New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Up to $100,000 per port for 2–6 ports; reimbursement of up to 100% or 80% of eligible costs, depending on property ownership
Summary: Supports publicly available community DC fast chargers to expand New Jersey’s electric vehicle network and reduce vehicle emissions.
Key Information: Do not purchase or install equipment before the grant agreement is executed; those costs cannot be reimbursed.
Description
The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection’s It Pay$ to Plug In program offsets the cost of purchasing and maintaining DC fast charging stations. This solicitation focuses on community locations where people live and work, including town centers, commercial areas, retail centers, and multi-unit dwellings. Chargers must be available exclusively to the general public.
By expanding access to charging, the program aims to make electric vehicles more practical for New Jersey residents, businesses, and government agencies. Its broader goals are to reduce vehicle emissions and improve air quality.
