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EVgo Selected by State of California for Proposed Awards of $1.7M in Grant Funding for 38 New DC Fast Charging Stalls at 5 Locations

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EVgo (NASDAQ: EVGO) has been selected for proposed grants from the California Air Resources Board to install new high-powered DC fast chargers, contributing to the state's electrification goals. This initiative will add five new charging locations and 38 stalls in California, including a prominent hub in Los Angeles. The funding, part of the California Volkswagen Mitigation Environmental Trust, aims to enhance EV access, especially in disadvantaged communities. Currently, EVgo operates over 330 sites in California, enabling 80% of residents to access a fast charger within 10 miles.

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  • Selected for grants to install more fast chargers in California.
  • New charging sites will enhance access for EV users, including a major hub in Los Angeles.
  • Over 80% of Californians live within ten miles of an EVgo fast charger.
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Public-private partnership supporting expanded EVgo deployments across the State, including a new large charging hub in LA

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- EVgo Inc. (NASDAQ: EVGO), the nation’s largest public fast charging network for electric vehicles (EVs) and first powered by 100% renewable electricity, today announced that it was selected for proposed awards for various grants from the California Air Resources Board (CARB) through the Bay Area Air Quality Management District (BAAQMD) to install new high powered direct current fast chargers (DCFC) to help the state meet its transportation electrification goals. The five proposed awards are funded by the California Volkswagen Mitigation Environmental Trust and support the state’s ZEV Action Plan.

Public funding helps accelerate the deployment of infrastructure to support EV adoption. EVgo currently has more than 330 sites and 820 fast charging stalls across California. This new set of sites will add 5 more fast charging locations, 38 charging stalls, including one large site in Los Angeles with 18 charging stalls enabling more retail drivers and fleets around the city to make the transition to electric vehicles. All of these sites will include power-sharing and power-routing 350kW fast chargers, capable of charging most vehicles up to 80% in 15 to 45 minutes*.

“As a home state company, EVgo thanks CARB and BAAQMD for their leadership in supporting EV adoption and for selecting EVgo for these proposed funding awards,” said Jonathan Levy, Chief Commercial Officer at EVgo. “EVgo has a long track record of successfully partnering with public sector agencies to deploy fast charging, and these new sites will help enable Californians across neighborhoods and income levels take advantage of the benefits of driving electric.”

The California Volkswagen Mitigation Environmental Trust, which resulted from the dieselgate scandal, allocated $5 million to fund light duty zero-emission infrastructure. A minimum of 50% of the funds are directed to disadvantaged and low-income communities to expand EV charging access across the state. EVgo has a long history of working to install charging infrastructure across California, including the first chargers in Compton and Inglewood, California, and continues to work with local community-based organizations to ensure equal access to EV charging infrastructure. Currently, more than 80% of Californians live within a 10-mile drive of an EVgo fast charger, ensuring access to a reliable network for the growing number EV adopters in the state.

* Actual charging speed depends on vehicle’s charging capability.

About EVgo

EVgo (Nasdaq: EVGO) is the nation’s largest public fast charging network for electric vehicles, and the first to be powered by 100% renewable energy. With more than 800 fast charging locations, EVgo’s owned and operated charging network serves over 68 metropolitan areas across 35 states and more than 310,000 customer accounts. Founded in 2010, EVgo leads the way on transportation electrification, partnering with automakers; fleet and rideshare operators; retail hosts such as hotels, shopping centers, gas stations and parking lot operators; and other stakeholders to deploy advanced charging technology to expand network availability and make it easier for drivers across the U.S. to enjoy the benefits of driving an EV. As a charging technology first mover, EVgo works closely with business and government leaders to accelerate the ubiquitous adoption of EVs by providing a reliable and convenient charging experience close to where drivers live, work and play, whether for a daily commute or a commercial fleet.

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FAQ

What recent grants has EVgo received for fast chargers?

EVgo has been selected for proposed grants from the California Air Resources Board to install new high-powered DC fast chargers.

How many new charging sites will EVgo add in California?

EVgo will add five new fast charging locations and 38 charging stalls across California.

Where is the large charging hub being installed by EVgo?

A large charging hub with 18 stalls is being installed in Los Angeles.

What is the purpose of the funding from the California Volkswagen Mitigation Environmental Trust?

The funding aims to expand EV charging access, particularly for disadvantaged communities, to meet the state's transportation electrification goals.

How many charging sites does EVgo currently operate in California?

EVgo currently operates more than 330 fast charging sites across California.

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