13 sites in Minnesota advance in funding process for building, maintaining electric vehicle charging stations

The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) says more than a dozen grantees are moving on to the next step in receiving grants from the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program (NEVI).

The funds, which total a combined $7.8 million, will be used to build and maintain electric vehicle fast charging stations across the state.

“This is a critical step in our efforts to make sure no matter where you travel in this great state, you’re able to quickly charge your electric vehicle and get back on the road exploring Minnesota,” said Commissioner Nancy Daubenberger. “The NEVI program provides every state the opportunity to build out much-needed fast charging stations for electric vehicles. We appreciate hearing from so many Minnesotans in this process and your input will help to continue building this infrastructure across our state.”

Out of the 38 applicants in the state, the following 13 locations were selected:

• Circle K Stores, in Moorhead, totaling $497,735
• Pilot Travel Centers, in Alexandria, totaling $783,554
• Circle K Stores, in Sauk Center, totaling $497,735
• Universal EV, in St. Cloud, totaling $590,952    
• Kwik Trip, in St. Michael, totaling $660,662   
• Francis Energy Charging, in Brooklyn Park, totaling $758,677    
• Circle K Stores, in Proctor, totaling $497,735  
• Kwik Trip, in Moose Lake, totaling $746,764    
• Circle K Stores, in Forest Lake, totaling $497,735  
• Francis Energy Charging, in Burnsville, totaling $828,952   
• Tesla, in Albert Lea, totaling $546,512  

The 13 locations’ next steps include finalizing contracts, conducting environmental reviews, and finalizing site designs. Installations are expected to begin within the next year.