First NEVI Funded EV Charging Station Opens in Hawai’i
Feb. 28, 2024

The Joint Office of Energy and Transportation (Joint Office) is thrilled to announce the opening of first EV charging station funded by the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program on the island of Maui. The four 150-kW chargers at the Kahului Park and Ride on Kuihelani Highway represent an important step forward for Hawaiʻi and the entire nation’s historic transition to electric vehicles.
Hawai’i is ready for the transition away from fossil fuels, and this station gets the state one step closer to its ambitious renewable energy goals. The Hawai’i Department of Transportation has shown its commitment to the NEVI program with plans for stations on Oahu, Hawai’i, and Kauai and has accepted a total of $17.7 million in funding to make that dream a reality.
“The Joint Office looks forward to Hawai’i’s continued progress, and to the fundamental changes these stations will make in the state,” said Joint Office Executive Director, Gabe Klein. “The creation of these charging stations will bridge long distance gaps and provide reliable charging options in densely populated areas for travelers and locals alike.”
The Joint Office is working with all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico to ensure the EV future of tomorrow is thoughtfully planned, efficiently built, and meets the needs of all Americans, regardless of where they live.