Southeast Portal for Electric Transportation Opportunities
This portal serves as a central hub that aggregates and enhances the visibility of active funding sources, comment solicitations, research opportunities, events, and other participatory initiatives geared towards advancing transportation electrification – primarily across Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Tennessee, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia.
This list is managed by Duke University’s Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability as part of the Southeast Electric Transportation Regional Initiative (SETRI).
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Type: Research
Federal/State: Tennessee
DriveElectricTN and TNCleanFuels, two statewide initiatives supported by many stakeholders, are undertaking a large-scale survey of PEV owners across Tennessee. Your data is integral to understanding how Tennessee's electric transportation landscape is changing.
Type: Miscellaneous
Federal/State: North Carolina
The N.C. National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Program will initiate the second procurement process in the first quarter of 2026 to install Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) EV stations along the State’s Alternative Fuel Corridors. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) anticipates entities that are interested in deploying EV Supply Equipment (EVSE) under the NEVI program will form teams potentially consisting of: Site Developers, EVSE Providers, Site Hosts and other support.
To help these entities prepare to respond to the procurement process, NCDOT is facilitating an online networking database, which will introduce and connect stakeholders who may want to partner on charging station development.
Type: Event
Federal/State: Kentucky
This webinar will cover entity eligibility, project requirements, and required documents for a successful application to the KY Volkswagen Level 2 and Level 3 EV Charging Infrastructure Rebate Programs.
March 27, 2026 (2-3pm Eastern)
Type: Event
Federal/State: Virginia
The Virginia Green Travel Sustainability in Tourism Conference for 2026 is themed: Sustainability by Nature: Building a Resilient Tourism Economy. Attendees will "explore sustainable tourism practices, connect with industry leaders, and discover innovative approaches to eco-friendly travel throughout Virginia."
March 19-20, 2026 (Massanutten, VA)
Type: Event
Federal/State: Southeast
The Southeastern Team Reducing the Impacts of Diesel Emissions (STRIDE) Collaborative is part of EPA’s National Clean Diesel Campaign, a program combining regulatory measures with voluntary initiatives to reduce the pollution emitted from diesel engines across the country. It invites leaders from industry, academia, non-governmental organizations, interested citizens, and government at all levels working across Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and the 6 Tribal Nations in EPA Region 4 to participate, learn more, and implement projects to reduce diesel emissions.
Join us for the STRIDE Collaborative Monthly Call held every 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10:00 AM Eastern! Calls typically consist of a guest speaker as well as updates and discussion from around the region.
March 18, 2026 (10am Eastern)
Type: Request for information (RFI)
Federal/State: Federal
“The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is seeking comments on its February 21, 2023 Waiver of Buy America Requirements for Electric Vehicle (EV) Chargers. FHWA is specifically seeking comment on whether it should modify the waiver to increase the cost threshold of components manufactured in the United States for EV Chargers used in Federal-aid highway projects from 55 percent to up to 100 percent of the cost of all components. Following review and consideration of comments, FHWA will determine whether it should continue the waiver, modify the waiver, or discontinue the waiver.” See link for full details.
Comments due March 16, 2026
Type: Miscellaneous
Federal/State: Tennessee
Have you or someone you know made outstanding achievements for environmental initiatives in Tennessee? Individuals, businesses, organizations, educational institutions, local governments, and agencies are eligible for nomination. Among the categories includes: Clean Air and Transportation Solutions, and Energy and Renewable Resources. See link for details.
Applications and nominations must be submitted by close of business on March 13, 2026
Type: Event
Federal/State: Kentucky
Join the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet for a Kentucky Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Program update. Kentucky is charging ahead with its program, and dozens of fast charging stations are expected to open this year. Attendees will hear about program progress and next steps.
March 9, 2026 (11am Eastern)
Type: Event
Federal/State: Federal
EPA will be hosting an informational webinar for the Development of Guidance for Alternative Fuel Vehicles and Fueling Infrastructure Deployment Under the Clean School Bus Funding Programs RFI during which participants may also submit comments and questions. The webinar will be hosted on March 3, 2026.
[EPA–HQ–OAR–2025–1806; FRL–12979–01–OAR]
March 3, 2026 (Time TBD)
Type: Event
Federal/State: South Carolina
The SC Electric Transportation Network (SCET Network) is a statewide forum for collaboration among businesses, non-profit organizations, academic institutions, public agencies, and other entities involved in or supportive of the equitable advancement of transportation electrification in South Carolina. The Network hosts informational Zoom calls the third Thursday of every month at 11:00am Eastern.
February 19, 2026 (11am Eastern)
Type: Event
Federal/State: South Carolina
The Annual SC Automotive Summit is a gathering for the leaders, innovators, and disruptors shaping the automotive industry in South Carolina and beyond. See link for details.
February 10-12, 2026 (Greenville, SC)
Type: Request for proposal (RFP)
Federal/State: Southern and Southwest Virginia
The TRRC Energy Ingenuity Fund’s Guidelines and Request for Proposals (together, “RFP”) are issued to solicit applications through a competitive process to establish grant and loan agreements for high impact economic development projects. Applications will only be accepted from governmental entities and non-profit organizations located in and/or providing economic revitalization programs, services, or facilities in the Tobacco Region. See link for details and eligibility.
Pre-applications due February 9, 2026
Type: Research
Federal/State: Southeast
Calling all battery supply chain companies: C2ES and Greenline Insights are conducting an industry survey to learn more about companies' real-life siting considerations and what it takes to build a facility. All responses will be kept confidential and the data will be anonymized and aggregated to influence an economic analysis for battery industry growth in the Southeast. The survey should take about 10-15 minutes to complete.
Responses due January 30, 2026
Type: Request for proposal (RFP)
Federal/State: Atlanta, GA
The City of Atlanta (“City”) is seeking submissions from qualified firms to procure, install, and maintain Direct Current Fast Charging (DCFC) infrastructure at four City-owned sites as part of the federally funded EcoFleet ATL initiative. This project will replace seven internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles with electric heavy-duty vehicles and deliver the necessary electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) infrastructure to support their operation. The initiative includes integration with the City’s fleet management platform, workforce development, and emissions reduction tracking. Control Number: 2511-1260076
Responses due January 30, 2026 (2pm Eastern)
Type: Event
Federal/State: Virginia
Join the Virginia Clean Cities 2026 Program Update Webinar for updates on completed and ongoing grants and programs. You’ll hear from multiple VCC staff and partners about success from years past, the areas of growth we’re expecting in 2026 and learn how you can get involved.
January 29, 2026 (3pm Eastern)
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