EVCS, a West Coast electric vehicle (EV) fast-charging network operator, and Energy Northwest, a joint operating agency in Washington state, have received $14.6 million from the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Discretionary Grant Program by the U.S. Department of Transportation.

The award will fund the development of more than 50 chargers across 12 charging locations, covering over 500 miles along Highway 101 in western Washington and coastal Oregon. EVCS, under contract to Energy Northwest, will plan, design, construct, own, and operate the new charging stations. The sites aim to help accelerate EV adoption locally and support EV drivers visiting tourist destinations in the region.

“This initiative reinforces our strong commitment to accelerate and expand access to affordable, reliable, and carbon-free EV charging in the Pacific Northwest,” said EVCS CEO Gustavo Occhiuzzo. “EVCS is excited to help Washington and Oregon advance transportation electrification and climate leadership, making e-mobility a reality for more drivers.”