Electrify America Invests $7.4+ Million to Advance Zero-Emission Vehicle Awareness and Education
Electrify America announced a $7.4+ million investment in organizations across the U.S. to support zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) access programs, education, and STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) workforce development. This funding builds on Electrify America’s previous investments in organizations, emphasizing the commitment to fostering equitable access to electric vehicle (EV) transportation in low-income and disadvantaged communities and building a skilled EV workforce.
Electrify America’s latest funding will support a diverse group of organizations across the U.S.:
- Breathe Southern California
- Charge Across Town
- Ecology Action
- Edtunity Institute
- Drive Electric Long Island
- Ignited
- Los Angeles Cleantech Incubator
- New York Power Authority
- Plug In America
- Tennessee Clean Fuels
- Valley Clean Air Now
“Electrify America is committed to providing access to zero-emission vehicles while building a skilled workforce to support expanding EV infrastructure,” said Robert Barrosa, president and CEO of Electrify America. “By supporting education and hands-on training, we’re creating opportunities for individuals to thrive in the growing domestic EV industry and drive the transition to electric transportation.”
Click HERE to read more about the selected organizations and funded programs.