Richland, Wash. – Energy Northwest has successfully completed the installation of a network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations along State Route 14 (SR-14), enhancing accessibility for EV drivers traveling through the Columbia River Gorge. This collaborative project, developed with the City of Bingen, City of Goldendale, Port of Skamania County and FVRLibraries fills a critical gap in the region's EV infrastructure.
The newly installed stations include Direct Current Fast Chargers (DCFC) and Level 2 chargers at key locations in Goldendale, Bingen and Stevenson, funded by grants from the Washington State Department of Commerce. These stations offer convenient and reliable options along the scenic highway for residents and visitors, making SR-14 a more sustainable travel route while also connecting these communities.
“The completion of this project marks another milestone in Energy Northwest's mission to expand clean energy solutions and support electric transportation in rural communities," said Brian Cunnington, Energy & Professional Services manager at Energy Northwest. “These new stations ease range anxiety and allow drivers to explore the scenic route with confidence."
To celebrate the project's completion, Energy Northwest hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony June 5 in Goldendale. The stations are now fully operational and listed on the PlugShare website and mobile app, ensuring EV drivers can easily locate charging options.
About Energy Northwest
Energy Northwest is a Washington state public power joint operating agency and a premier provider of carbon-free electricity. Energy Northwest comprises 29 public power member utilities, serving more than 1.5 million customers, and provides its members and regional customers with safe, reliable, cost-effective, responsible power generation and innovative energy and business solutions. The agency owns and operates hydroelectric, solar, battery storage, wind and the Northwest's only nuclear power facility. Energy Northwest also actively supports transportation electrification and new generation projects to the benefit of public power. www.energy-northwest.com.
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Kelly Rae, Energy Northwest
509-372-5376, klrae@energy-northwest.com
