Efficiency Maine Public Charger Grants

This grant program supports public charging infrastructure for electric vehicles across Maine, though it's primarily designed for municipalities, nonprofits, schools, and institutions rather than individual homeowners. If you're part of an eligible organization or community, you can work with Efficiency Maine to develop charging stations within one mile of select roadway exits or routes.

Qualified bidders can pursue grants to install and operate Level 2 chargers and DC fast charging equipment at public locations across Maine. Work with Efficiency Maine (866-376-2463) to understand current funding rounds, site eligibility requirements tied to proximity to key roadways, and submission procedures for your charging infrastructure projects.

Efficiency Maine administers competitive grant funding for public EV charging infrastructure, targeting local government, nonprofit, school, and institutional sectors. The program funds both Level 2 and DC fast charging equipment installation and operation at sites within one mile of designated roadway exits or routes; recent awards include multiple phases of public DC fast charger projects. Applicants should monitor the Opportunities page for current RFPs, RFQs, and Program Opportunity Notices.