On August 14, 2026, New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced that $35 million is available to help public entities install Level 2 electric vehicle chargers. The funding, run by NYSERDA, is aimed at local governments and other public bodies that want to add charging for fleets, staff and the public.
Program Details
- Total funding: $35 million.
- Awards between $1 million and $15 million per applicant.
- Covers up to 80% of eligible Level 2 charging costs.
- Open to eligible public entities.
- Applications are due October 20, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. ET.
New York’s Charging Landscape
According to the announcement, New York has more than 21,000 EV charging ports and more than 331,000 electric vehicles registered in the state. Level 2 funding for public entities fills a gap between highway fast charging and private home charging.
What It Means for Suppliers
Public entity programs often require networked chargers, clear warranty terms and documented certification. Suppliers and installers should prepare OCPP-capable Level 2 hardware with the correct North American certification for each model. Our USA supplier page lists EVDANCE options, and our workplace charging page covers fleet and staff projects.
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Key Takeaways
- New York made $35 million available for public-entity Level 2 charging.
- Awards range from $1 million to $15 million, covering up to 80% of costs.
- Applications close October 20, 2026, at 3 p.m. ET.
- New York has more than 21,000 chargers and 331,000 EVs.
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