YAKIMA, Wash.-National “Drive Electric Week” is Sept. 27-Oct. 6 and grant funding is available for electric mobility projects in communities across Washington.
Pacific Power announced the grant funding, which can cover 100 percent of the eligible costs associated with studying, planning, promoting or deploying electric transportation technology and projects, on Oct. 3.
“Pacific Power is dedicated to achieving a sustainable future for our state,” said Kate Hawley of Pacific Power. “We are committed to supporting our diverse communities in Washington by offering programs and options that enable access to clean transportation benefits, helping to reduce environmental footprints and improve air quality.”
The grants will support projects that promote electric transportation in communities with limited public charging options.
According to Pacific Power, residents will oversee the projects, including the implementation, project management, equipment purchasing and installation, operations and maintenance, awareness initiatives, and data collection and transfer to Pacific Power.
Details on the available grants and eligibility requirements are available online. Applications are due by Oct. 31.
“We aim to minimize barriers and offer easier and affordable ways to make the switch to electric vehicles,” said Hawley.
