California just landed $150 million from the U.S. Department of Transportation to build more than 9,200 electric vehicle (EV) charging ports across the state. The goal? Ease “range anxiety” and make EVs more appealing to a broader audience. This cash infusion is part of a larger $521 million package aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting sustainable transportation across the U.S.

Funding breakdown:

• $102M goes to the State Department of Transportation for EV and hydrogen stations along freight corridors.
• Los Angeles will get $15M for over 1,250 charging stations, focusing on underserved communities.
• $15.1M is earmarked for the Fort Independence Indian Community for a charging hub along U.S. Route 395.
• Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) gets $14M to add charging ports at parking facilities.

Sustainability View: This is all part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s push to make EVs mainstream, supporting California’s goal of banning new gas-powered vehicles by 2035. Reliable infrastructure is key to driving the EV revolution and unlocking the environmental, health, and economic benefits with cleaner energy.