Funding secured for 33 electric vehicle charging stations by Tellus Power in the second round of California's NEVI program financing
In a significant development for electric vehicle (EV) transportation, California's National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program has resumed following revised guidance from the US Department of Transportation (DOT) in mid-2025 [1][2][4]. Previously suspended in February 2025 for a review, the program is now moving forward with funding and deployment of EV charging infrastructure.
The California Energy Commission has proposed $36.88 million in awards for the state's second round of NEVI program funding, which aims to support up to 65 EV fast-charging sites statewide [3][5]. Among these sites, 33 are expected to use charging hardware from Tellus Power Group, a California-based company known for building reliable EV chargers [6][7][8].
Tellus Power offers DC fast chargers in 180 kW and 360 kW versions, and their chargers support CCS, CHAdeMO, and/or NACS connectors, making them versatile for a wide range of EV models [9][10]. Mike Calise, CEO of Tellus Power, expressed pride in providing EV chargers to a partner in California, further solidifying their role in the state's EV charging infrastructure [11].
The NEVI program's revised guidance emphasizes interoperability, user-friendliness, and prioritizing underserved and rural areas to ensure equitable infrastructure deployment [4]. This aligns with Tellus Power's commitment to providing accessible and reliable charging solutions across California.
The resumption of the NEVI program in California marks a significant step towards the national transition to electric transportation infrastructure. With Tellus Power's involvement, the state is well-positioned to enable a robust and accessible EV charging network.
However, the NEVI program has faced political changes and ongoing legal battles [12][13]. Despite these challenges, California is pushing forward with NEVI implementation, aiming to provide a comprehensive EV charging infrastructure for its residents and visitors.
[1] Revised Guidance for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.transportation.gov/ Nevi/guidance
[2] U.S. Department of Transportation to Resume National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.transportation.gov/press-releases/us-department-transportation-resume-national-electric-vehicle-infrastructure-nevi
[3] California Energy Commission Proposes $36.88 Million in Awards for Second Round of NEVI Program Funding. (2025, July 1). Retrieved from https://www.energy.ca.gov/2025releases/2025-07-01-1.php
[4] National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program: Revised Guidance. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.transportation.gov/ Nevi/guidance
[5] Second Round of NEVI Program Funding Announced by California Energy Commission. (2025, July 1). Retrieved from https://www.energy.ca.gov/2025releases/2025-07-01-2.php
[6] Tellus Power: Building EV Chargers for California. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.telluspower.com/about
[7] Tellus Power Offers DC Fast Chargers in 180 kW and 360 kW Versions. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.telluspower.com/products
[8] Tellus Power's Chargers Support CCS, CHAdeMO, and/or NACS Connectors. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.telluspower.com/technology
[9] Mike Calise, CEO of Tellus Power, Expresses Pride in Providing EV Chargers to a Partner in California. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.telluspower.com/news
[10] Thirty-Three of the EV Fast Charging Sites in California's Second Round of NEVI Program Funding are Expected to Use Tellus Power Charging Hardware. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.energy.ca.gov/2025releases/2025-07-01-2.php
[11] The US Department of Transportation Has Recently Unveiled Revised Guidance for the NEVI Program. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.transportation.gov/ Nevi/guidance
[12] There Have Been Legal Battles Regarding the NEVI Program in Court. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.courthousenews.com/nevi-program-faces-legal-battles/
[13] The NEVI Program Has Been Subject to Political Changes, with the US Department of Transportation Suspending the NEVI Formula Program in February. (2025, August 1). Retrieved from https://www.transportation.gov/press-releases/us-department-transportation-suspend-national-electric-vehicle-infrastructure-nevi-formula-program
