As part of a $4.85 million statewide effort to expand electric vehicle infrastructure, Governor Kathy Hochul has announced over $1.5 million in grants for electric vehicle charging stations across the Finger Lakes region. The initiative, launched during Earth Week, supports New York’s push toward a zero-emissions transportation future.
“These investments make it easier for more drivers to choose electric,” Hochul said. “Cleaner transportation means less pollution, better air quality, and healthier communities.”
12 Finger Lakes communities receive funding
The following Finger Lakes towns and villages will receive funding through the Municipal Zero-Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Infrastructure Grant Program:
- Ontario County – $309,100 for 14 Level 2 chargers and 2 DC fast chargers
- Village of Brockport – $188,825 for 10 Level 2 chargers and 1 DC fast charger
- Town of Farmington – $225,620 for 24 Level 2 chargers and 1 DC fast charger
- Village of Waterloo – $238,900 for 12 Level 2 chargers
- Village of Palmyra – $222,250 for 2 DC fast chargers
- Village of Interlaken – $124,470 for 1 DC fast charger
- Village of Warsaw – $148,500 for 1 DC fast charger
- Town of Huron – $43,200 for 4 Level 2 chargers
- Village of Le Roy – $20,605 for 4 Level 2 chargers
- Village of Dundee – $24,200 for 4 Level 2 chargers
- Village of Oakfield – $24,380 for 4 Level 2 chargers
State prioritizes disadvantaged communities
The ZEV program, led by the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC), factors in median household income and environmental justice criteria. More than $885,000 of this year’s funding went to municipalities in disadvantaged communities.
“Charging infrastructure shouldn’t be a luxury—it must be accessible in every corner of New York,” said DEC Acting Commissioner Amanda Lefton.
Growing the state’s EV network
This round of awards is part of New York’s nearly $3 billion investment in clean transportation. Since 2021, initiatives like EV Make Ready, EVolve NY, and the Drive Clean Rebate have added over 17,000 public chargers and helped put 280,000 EVs on state roads.
The Finger Lakes awards further expand charging availability in rural and small-town communities, helping to reduce range anxiety and accelerate EV adoption across the region.
Clean energy leadership during Earth Week
This announcement marks the kickoff of Earth Week 2025, reinforcing New York’s climate goals of achieving zero-emissions transportation by 2050. The State aims to direct at least 35% of clean energy investments to disadvantaged communities, aligning public health, climate justice, and economic opportunity.
For more information about New York’s Municipal ZEV programs, visit: dec.ny.gov
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