KATONAH, N.Y. - Electric vehicle (EV) drivers now have a new convenient fast charging location in downtown Katonah, less than a mile off Interstate 684.
Installed by the New York Power Authority (NYPA) the federally-funded EVolve NY station will serve more drivers through its fast-charging network and further NYPA’s efforts to encourage EV adoption and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
State and local officials gathered for a ribbon cutting ceremony on Feb. 18, including Katonah Chamber of Commerce president Casey Carter, Sr. Director of NYPA eMobility John Markowitz, Bedford Supervisor Ellen Calves, Senator Pete Harckham, Assemblymember Chris Burdick, Bedford Town Board member Stephanie McCaine, and Midge Iorio, Acting Executive Director of Bedford 2030.
“As a proud New York State Climate Smart Community with a strong dedication to economic vitality, Bedford is excited to welcome new fast chargers in Katonah,” said Supervisor Calves. “This initiative is a win-win—promoting sustainability while boosting opportunities for local businesses by increasing foot traffic in the hamlet. We are honored to be part of this important program and look forward to welcoming EV drivers to experience Katonah."
The new EVolve NY charging station is now open in downtown Katonah, just off Exit 6 on I-684. The site is one of the largest fast charging sites in the Hudson Valley with six units available. A six-unit station is also located at the North County Shopping Center in Goldens Bridge and a third location will soon open in downtown White Plains.
“Communities, like Katonah, that promote cleaner transportation options serve local residents, attract eco-conscious visitors, and showcase a commitment to sustainability and innovation," said Justin E. Driscoll, Power Authority president and CEO. “This conveniently located high-speed charging station in downtown Katonah, minutes from the highway, illustrates how the Power Authority and the Town of Bedford collaborated to make it even easier for travelers in the Hudson Valley region to drive electric.”
The Katonah location supports New York’s National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program corridor buildout and is EVolve NY’s eleventh location supporting the program.
The EVolve NY Katonah site includes six chargers located in a town-owned lot at 252 Katonah Ave., directly next to the Katonah Shopping Center. On the Electrify America network, the hub consists of six fast chargers with CCS connectors rated at up to 350 kilowatts. The units are an easy walk to the many restaurants and shops in the downtown area.
“I congratulate Katonah in the Town of Bedford on being the latest municipality to receive NYPA’s EVolve NY fast-charging stations at its newest site statewide,” said Senator Harckham. “This is another important step forward in fighting climate change and transitioning to zero-emission vehicles that will benefit our communities with new jobs, cleaner air and a healthier environment for us all.”
"This is a proud moment for the Town of Bedford and the State of New York through NYPA,” added Assemblymember Burdick. “We all need to forge ahead to meet our climate goals, and collectively we can get it done. With transportation accounting for 50% or more of greenhouse gas emissions, New York is aggressively building out its EV charging station infrastructure, which is so vital to encouraging the switch over to electric vehicles. Congratulations Bedford and NYPA!”
Information courtesy of New York State Power Authority.
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