California is persistently enhancing its already vast clean vehicle infrastructure, which now encompasses over 150,000 public and shared private electric vehicle (EV) chargers.

On December 11, the California Energy Commission (CEC) revealed a notable new investment of **$1.4 billion** aimed at further expanding its EV charging and hydrogen refueling network. This initiative, the most extensive of its kind in the U.S., will cater to light, medium, and heavy-duty zero-emission vehicles.

“Essential to realizing our clean car future is having chargers accessible in every part of California, especially in communities that have been historically undervalued,” stated Governor Gavin Newsom. “With this investment, alongside support from the private sector, we’re constructing a more robust and reliable charging network that guarantees Californians can travel economically and confidently.”

The $1.4 billion funding will be utilized over four years to add another 17,000 chargers, aiming to achieve **250,000 chargers statewide** in the near future. This initiative is part of California’s **Clean Transportation Program**, which aims to promote zero-emission transportation and fuel technologies to fulfill the state’s ambitious climate objectives.

At the national level, the Biden administration has also been making substantial investments in EV infrastructure via the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. In line with this initiative, the Department of Energy (DOE) announced on December 12 a **$1.25 billion loan guarantee** for EVgo Swift Borrower, a prominent operator of EV charging networks. This funding will aid the deployment of 7,500 new fast chargers nationwide.

“There are over 204,000 publicly accessible charging ports in the U.S., with nearly 38,000 new public chargers installed this year alone,” the DOE reported. “On average, almost 1,000 new public chargers are being set up weekly, driven by a blend of federal funding, tax incentives, state and local support, and private investment.”

Beyond EV infrastructure, the Biden administration has initiated other essential investments in clean energy. In October, $44 million was designated to reduce EV battery costs and minimize their environmental effects. In November, the DOE announced **$70 million** in funding for small- and medium-sized manufacturers (SMMs), targeting the automotive and EV sectors. The agency also introduced **$17 million in grants** for local and territorial governments to improve energy efficiency, lower climate pollution, and decrease energy consumption.

These collective endeavors at both the state and federal levels are propelling the shift towards a cleaner, more sustainable transportation future.