Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program

Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Grant Program

Funder: U.S. Department of Transportation

Focus Areas: EV charging stations for public use, alternative fuel stations for commercial vehicle use

Federal Funding Coverage: Up to 80% of project costs

Geographic Scope: United States (including Michigan); targeted at locations convenient for in-town travel

Overview

Federal grants to support development of electric vehicle charging stations and alternative fuel infrastructure. The program prioritizes locations that serve in-town travel and benefit from community access.

Success Story

The City of Lansing was awarded Round 1 CFI funding (the only project in Michigan to receive Round 1 CFI funding in this highly competitive national program). The Lansing project will invest $10 million in public EV charging in the region, with $8 million from U.S. DOT and additional funding from local partners. The project includes community engagement phases and focuses on:
• Personal vehicle charging
• Transit bus electrification infrastructure
• Municipal fleet vehicle charging

Contact

Michigan Clean Cities Coalition
• Email: contact@michigancleancities.org
• Phone: 313-833-0100 ext. 140