CO EV Fast-Charging Plazas from Colorado Energy Office – CEO

The Colorado Energy Office (CEO) has implemented the CO EV Fast-Charging Plazas Program to support the development of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the state. This program is part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) initiative and aims to create a network of fast-charging stations along designated EV corridors.

Important Details

Existing sites looking to upgrade to NEVI compliance are eligible to request fewer than 4 chargers.

Program Notes

• This program is distinct from the Charge Ahead Colorado program.
• Awarded applicants will enter into a contract with CEO for the construction term plus 5 years.
• The program geography covers the entire state of Colorado.

Program Status

The rebate program is currently out of funding. Current funding is being provided through the NEVI program.

Bonus Incentives

• Enhanced incentive of $25,000 per site where battery integrated storage is available.
• An extra $45,000 per site incentive is available for sites with standalone storage.

NEVI Program Requirements

As part of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program, this rebate follows specific guidelines. While exact rules are set by each state, some general NEVI requirements include:

• Chargers must be within one travel mile of designated EV corridors, with charging stations no more than 50 miles apart.
• Charger ports must be compatible with all EVs sold in the U.S.
• Projects must provide information on publicly available EV charging infrastructure.
• All projects must follow Buy America standards.

Program Timeline

Event	Date
Start Date	07/29/2024
Official Website	https://energyoffice.colorado.gov/transportation/grants-incentives/dcfc-plazas

Program History

Date	Event
09/23/2024	The rebate program is now closed.
07/30/2024	The rebate program is now open until 9/20/24.
07/15/2024	The next round of funding is expected to open on July 29 and run until 9/20/24.

Rebate Details

The program offers different rebate amounts based on the location and whether the site is in a Disproportionately Impacted Community (DI/DAC). All chargers must have at least 150kW output and a minimum of 4 chargers per site (unless upgrading an existing site to NEVI compliance).

DCFC – Seven County Denver Metro Area

Location	Rebate Amount	Maximum Percentage
Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Douglas, and Jefferson County	Lesser of $90,000 per Charger	50% of Project Cost
DI/DAC in Seven County Denver Metro Area	Lesser of $95,000 per Charger	50% of Project Cost

DCFC – Front Range Urban

Location	Rebate Amount	Maximum Percentage
Pueblo, El Paso, Larimer and Weld County	Lesser of $115,000 per Charger	65% of Project Cost
DI/DAC in Front Range Urban Locations	Lesser of $120,000 per Charger	65% of Project Cost

DCFC – Rural

Location	Rebate Amount	Maximum Percentage
Remainder of the State outside of the aforementioned Counties	Lesser of $140,000 per Charger	80% of Project Cost
DI/DAC in Rural Locations	Lesser of $145,000 per Charger	80% of Project Cost

For more information and updates on the CO EV Fast-Charging Plazas Program, please visit the Colorado Energy Office website.