EU invests €422 million in green transport infrastructure

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The European Commission has allocated €422 million to support 39 innovative projects aimed at expanding alternative fuel infrastructure across the EU. 

This investment, provided through the Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility (AFIF), will help accelerate the transition to cleaner transport solutions.

The projects will focus on installing public electric charging stations, including high-power megawatt chargers for heavy-duty and light-duty vehicles, developing hydrogen refueling stations, and setting up onshore power installations in ports. Additionally, funding will support airport electrification and infrastructure for alternative fuels such as ammonia and methanol for maritime transport.

AFIF operates through a continuous rolling call for proposals, ensuring regular funding for innovative projects. The current call, launched on 29 February 2024, has completed its first evaluation round. The next deadline for submissions is 11 June 2025, with approximately €578 million still available for new proposals.

“These 39 projects will accelerate the deployment of critical charging and refueling infrastructure, supporting the growing number of zero-emission vehicles,” said Transport Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas. “Together, they will add nearly 5,000 new charging points, including 626 megawatt chargers, making it easier for citizens to choose zero-emission transport and contribute to a cleaner environment.”

Following approval from EU Member States on 4 February, the Commission will formally adopt the funding decision in the coming months. The European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) has already begun preparing grant agreements with the beneficiaries of the selected projects.

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