Rhode Island Deploys 102 EV Charging Stations With $24M In RGGI-Backed Funds

Across Rhode Island, there are now more than 350 public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations. The state’s been growing its EV network fast. A big part of that growth comes from $24 million in RGGI-backed funds used to deploy 102 new stations statewide.

Rhode Island now has more than 350 public EV charging stations, fueled by $24 million in RGGI-backed funding.

RGGI stands for Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative. It’s a program that helps fund clean energy projects. Rhode Island used that money to expand access to EV charging across the state. Right now, there are roughly 314 Level 2 stations and 45 DC fast charging stations in operation.

The state’s also receiving $22.9 million through the federal NEVI program over five years. NEVI stands for National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure. Two NEVI-funded stations are already open. They’re located at the Warwick and Ashaway Park and Rides. Rhode Island earned a first-in-the-nation certification from the Federal Highway Administration confirming its I-95 alternative fuel corridor is fully built out with convenient, reliable, and affordable charging every 50 miles.

Pricing at state-owned stations follows a standard model. Level 2 charging reportedly costs $0.28 per kWh. DC fast charging costs approximately $0.39 per kWh. The Warwick Park & Ride on RI-117 is one example of a fast charging site. The University of Rhode Island reportedly charges $0.28 per kWh for all users since January 2025. Providence Place Mall reportedly offers free Level 2 charging for up to two hours.

Several major charging networks operate in the state. Tesla reportedly has six Supercharger stations with 48 ports. EVgo reportedly serves drivers at the North Providence Marketplace. Electrify America has a station at Walmart on 51 Silver Spring Street in Providence. ChargePoint reportedly runs stations at URI’s Kingston campus and Narragansett Bay campus. Ford’s BlueOval network reportedly covers 150 locations within 10 miles of Providence.

Rhode Island Energy’s also running a demand-response program. Drivers can earn $50 for enrolling and $20 per year for avoiding peak charging hours. Peak events run from June through September, between 3 and 8 p.m., for up to three hours at a time. Homeowners looking to charge at home can also take advantage of PowerUp Rhode Island rebates of up to an estimated $1,500 for income-qualified households.

The Federal Highway Administration has certified I-95 as an alternative fuel corridor. Stations are placed every 50 miles along the route. The state’s RI Office of Energy Resources runs a locator tool to help drivers find charging spots nearby.

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