RMP Utah Plug-in Electric Vehicle Incentive Program by Rocky Mountain Power
The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program is a federal initiative established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law in November 2021. Its primary goal is to create a nationwide network of electric vehicle charging stations, particularly along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs).
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Program Goal | Create a nationwide network of EV charging stations along designated Alternative Fuel Corridors (AFCs) |
| Funding | $5 billion over five years (2022-2026) |
| Focus | Initially prioritizes interstate highways for long-distance EV travel |
| State Involvement | States must submit EV Infrastructure Deployment Plans to access funds |
| Funding Distribution | Based on state’s share of federal-aid highway miles, population, and traffic volumes |
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Location | No more than 50 miles apart along designated corridors |
| Charging Ports | At least four DC Fast Charging ports per station |
| Charging Capacity | Capable of simultaneously charging four EVs at 150kW or higher |
| Availability | 24/7 public access |
| Payment Methods | Must use standardized payment methods |
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Plan Approval Date | September 2022 |
| Funding Allocation | Approximately $36 million over five years |
| Priority Corridors | I-15, I-70, I-80, and I-84 |
For Utah specifically, the state’s NEVI plan was approved in September 2022. The plan outlines how Utah intends to use approximately $36 million in NEVI formula funds over five years to expand its EV charging network, particularly along I-15, I-70, I-80, and I-84.