Charging Smart, a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)-funded technical assistance and designation program is now available in all 50 states. Charging Smart offers free technical assistance to help local governments accelerate the growth of electric vehicles (EVs) and charging infrastructure.

By removing barriers to EV deployment, participating communities can unlock economic development, cleaner air, and other ...

[press release courtesy of the Virginia Department of Energy]

The Virginia Clean Energy Innovation Bank (VCEIB), powered by Virginia Energy, has announced two new funding opportunities totaling $1.5 million to support the development of a hydrogen hub and carbon storage projects in Southwest Virginia. These investments will help create new job opportunities and stimulate ...

The Virginia Department of Energy (Virginia Energy) awarded grants totaling $1.1 million to three rural communities to expand electric vehicle charging infrastructure. This investment will serve as a catalyst for local business growth, enhance tourism industries, and expand access to sustainable transportation options. 

“By equipping our communities with these practical assets, we’re not only attracting more visitors but also supporting local residents ...

On October 22, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) took a major step in bolstering Virginia’s electric vehicle charging infrastructure by issuing the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Phase 1-B Notices of Award. These awards are foundational to building increasingly accessible alternative fueling charging stations in close proximity to major federal highways. 

VDOT’s proposed awards ...

By Graham Sheridan, VCC’s Clean Communities Economic Development Director

Recently Virginia Clean Cities hosted an Electric Boat Expo with partners A&N Electric Co-Op and Electrified Marina. A&N is the electric cooperative for Virginia’s Eastern Shore along with Smith Island and Tangier Island. Electrified Marina, based in Norfolk, is America’s only exclusively electric boat dealership.  Both are valued VCC stakeholders.  

This ...

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The 2025 NAFA Institute & Expo is the largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals, drawing subject matter experts and professionals from around the globe representing all fleets including corporate, government, public safety, utility, education and more.

Over the course of three days, attendees will experience immersive educational offerings ...

Riner Rentals recently received a national workplace electric vehicle (EV) charging award at the Green Transportation Summit and Expo (GTSE) in Tacoma, Washington. This award recognizes the company’s commitment to sustainability in the community and workplace charging at its office.

Riner Rentals, based in Harrisonburg since 1999, is a property rental and management company for students and ...

XCharge North America, a leading DC high-power and battery-integrated electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions provider, announced the installation of its C6AM solution in the town hall of Middleburg, Virginia. This deployment will benefit EV travel around the greater Washington, D.C., and Virginia areas and serve as the town’s first DC fast charger (DCFC).

XCharge’s C6AM ...