BOISE, Idaho--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Idaho Small Business Development Center (www.idahosbdc.org), will offer two free informational sessions about the funds that are available to host electric vehicle charging stations.
As part of the settlement made by VW, Idaho businesses can apply for $2.8 million in funds available to host electric vehicle charging stations along Idaho designated electric vehicle corridors. The $2.8 million is part of the Idaho portion of the VW settlement to reduce air pollution.
“Participating in the electric vehicle charging station opportunity is a great way to not only support this type of transportation, but will ultimately bring visibility to businesses that are participating in this program. When motorists stop to charge their vehicle along the designated corridors, it is anticipated they will stop to eat or shop at the businesses where the electric vehicle charging stations are located,” stated Belinda Breidenbach Environmental Assistance Coordinator – Idaho SBDC.
The informational event will outline:
- The brief background of the VW settlement
- How to apply for the Idaho VW funds to host electric vehicle charging stations
- Electric vehicle basics, vehicles, types of charging and charging stations
- The increasing demand of charging stations in Idaho
- Idaho’s designated electric vehicle corridors
- The potential economic benefit of hosting a charging station
Avista Power will also be a part of the meeting to discuss the power needed for the charging stations.
The free informational sessions will be held:
Thursday, November 8, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., Lewis-Clark State College SBDC, Lewiston
Friday, November 9, 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., North Idaho College SBDC, Coeur d’Alene
For more information or to pre-register, call the SBDC. Lewiston 208.792.2465 or Coeur d’Alene 208.665.5085. http://idahosbdc.org/specialized-services/environment
About the Idaho SBDC Since 1986, the Idaho Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has been empowering business owners and entrepreneurs to grow their businesses through no-cost, confidential consulting and affordable business training. With six locations throughout the state, the Idaho SBDC serves 44 counties and is part of the nation’s largest business assistance programs covering all US states and territories. In addition to consulting and training, the Idaho SBDC offers specialty programs in government contracting, technology commercialization, environmental regulations, exporting and cyber security. To learn more about the Idaho SBDC call (208) 426-3875
Contacts
Idaho SBDC
Erin Johansen, 208-426-1636
Marketing Manager