On July 24, 2024, Governor Gretchen Whitmer approved a $30 million one-time appropriation to support clean fuel and charging infrastructure projects. The funding will be used to provide grants for deploying electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and hydrogen fueling infrastructure, with at least 40% of the funds allocated to disadvantaged communities.

The grants can be applied to:

• Installing non-public charging and fueling stations for fleets and public transit systems.
• Developing charging and fueling infrastructure for multifamily housing units.
• Closing gaps in fast charging networks outside designated alternative fuel corridors.

Multifamily Use Case (RFP #1)

In the first of a series of Request for Proposals (RFP), the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) will now provide $10 million in funding for the deployment of non-publicly available Level 2 alternating current (AC) EV charging stations, including make-ready upgrade costs, maintenance and operations contracts, and networking or data plans for both existing and new multifamily developments. 

Public Charging Use Case (RFP #2)

In the second of this RFP series, EGLE will provide $10 million in initial funding for the deployment of publicly available Level 2 AC and/or direct current fast charging (DCFC) EV charging stations. 

Eligibility requirements

Any organization may apply, provided they are able to fully document the total project cost. This includes the ability to produce internal payroll records (or equivalent spreadsheets) showing the employee’s name or classification, hours worked, pay rate, and applicable fringe benefits; itemized vendor or contractor invoices; and acceptable proof of payment. All match types - cash, in-kind, and third party - are subject to the same documentation requirements. Any decrease in the documented total project cost will result in a proportional decrease to the award amount.

All selected applicants must be registered as a vendor of the State of Michigan on the SIGMA Vendor Self Services (VSS) before entering into a Grant Agreement. 

Program priorities

Multifamily Use Case (RFP #1) - Eligible projects should focus on the deployment of Level 2 AC EV charging stations at both existing and new multifamily housing units in Michigan. Impacted facilities must be occupied and have long range plans of continued use. 

Public Charging Use Case (RFP #2) - Eligible projects must be physically located in Michigan and involve the deployment of publicly available Level 2 AC and/or DCFC charging stations to address infrastructure gaps and meet the needs of Michigan residents. Impacted facilities must have long-range plans for continued use.

Funding amount

Multifamily Use Case (RFP #1) - A total of $5,000,000 in grant funding is expected to be available, with the maximum individual grant award being $300,000. Funds must be expended by September 30, 2027. A minimum of 30 percent (%) match of the total requested grant funds is required for applicants whose project is not located in environmental justice communities (as determined using the Environmental Protection Agency's EJScreen tool).

Public Charging Use Case (RFP #2) – A total of $10,000,000 in funding is expected to be available, with a maximum individual grant award of $500,000. Funds must be expended by September 30, 2027. All applicants must provide a minimum percent (%) match of the total project cost based on the project location as follows:

1. Projects located within environmental justice communities (as determined using the Environmental Protection Agency's EJScreen tool) must provide a minimum of 20 percent (%) match of the total project cost.
2. Projects within five miles of nodes identified in the Lake Michigan Circuit layer of the Michigan Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Programs Map, where DC and/or Level 2 AC chargers are still needed, must provide a minimum of 20 percent (%) match of the total project cost.
3. Projects located in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan must provide a minimum of 20 percent (%) match of the total project cost.All other projects must provide a minimum of 40 percent (%) match of the total project cost.    

Any costs incurred prior to award approval are not eligible for reimbursement and cannot be counted toward the total allowable project cost.

Grant awards will be distributed on a reimbursement basis only, meaning grantees must pay project costs in full prior to receiving funds from EGLE. Progress reimbursement requests may be submitted for eligible, incurred costs. Final reimbursement, including payment of the full approved award amount, will not be issued until all EV charging stations are fully installed, commissioned, activated, and operational, and proper invoices, receipts, and proof of payments have been received and reviewed. 

Utility rebates

All applicants are required to apply for any applicable utility rebates and provide documentation confirming rebate approval and the approved rebate amount. Approved rebates must be applied toward the total project cost and will be counted as part of the Applicant’s match, even if the rebate amount exceeds the minimum match requirement.

Awardee obligations

• EGLE Sample Grant Agreement
• Provide monthly progress updates via phone and email to the program coordinator as needed
• Report charging session metrics
• Provide documentation of project expenditures (e.g., invoices, receipts, and proof of payments)
• Submit payment request to the program manager within 30 days of completing the project

Timeline

EGLE will accept and process applications on a first come, first serve basis until funding is exhausted.

• Start Date of Projects: Effective Date of Grant Agreement (dependent on application date and approval process)
• End of Date Projects: September 30, 2027
• Deadline for Payment Submissions: October 31, 2027

Preparation for applicants: 

There are several steps an applicant needs to take prior to submitting an application to this program, including: 

• Verify your project site meets the program priorities. 
• Engage with your electric utility provider to get a site assessment to determine if power upgrades are necessary. You will need a “Will Serve Letter” from your electric utility provider to be considered for funding. Several investor-owned utilities have rebate programs that can be used as matching funds. 
• Determine the applicable building/electrical codes, zoning, permitting and inspection process of the local jurisdiction.
• Secure a quote from your selected EV charger hardware and software provider that meets the minimum requirements outlined in the Request for Proposals.
• Secure a quote from your selected installation and operations and maintenance provider that meets the minimum requirements outlined in the Request for Proposals.
• Form your EV charging station project team.
  1. Not sure where to start? Check out our EV Infrastructure Project Partners Directory to identify organizations and partner connections for services and needs for EV charging station projects.
  2. Fill out the EV Infrastructure Project Partners Form to get added to the Directory.
• Determine the project site layout.
• Determine the overall project timing plan.

Application documents

Multifamily Use Case:

• Request for Proposals #1- Multifamily Use Case
• Online Application- Multifamily Use Case
• Application Questions (To preview all of the Application Questions prior to starting an Online Application.)
• Application Budget Form
• Frequently Asked Questions

Public Charging Use Case:

• Request for Proposals #2- Public Charging Use Case
• Online Application- Public Charging Use Case
• Application Questions (To preview all of the Application Questions prior to starting an Online Application.)
• Application Budget Form
• Frequently Asked Questions- Public Charging Use Case (to be uploaded as questions arise)