Plug-In KC

What did regional leaders say about the future of EV Charging in Kansas City at our panel discussion? Read the takeaways, get access to presenter slides and resources, and then view the full event recording for yourself:

https://pluginkc.org/plug-in-kc-event/2026-state-of-ev-charging-in-kansas-city/

From local rebates that incentivize charging installation, to fleet electrification strategies, to rural infrastructure constraints, and federal funding uncertainty — this conversation highlighted both the momentum behind electrification in our region and the practical realities of building a reliable charging ecosystem.

Last call! Register by Noon today for tomorrow’s lunch event. Join Plug-In KC for a discussion on how EV charging is expanding across the Kansas City region — and what it means for drivers, businesses, and our communities.

You’ll hear updates on:
✅ New charging projects underway
✅ Regional investments and planning
✅ What’s coming next in 2026 and beyond

Lunch included with registration!
https://pluginkc.org/plug-in-kc-event/2026-state-of-ev-charging-in-kansas-city/

Billions are flowing into EV infrastructure nationwide—but how much is landing in Kansas City? 🏛️💰Our panel will be providing direct updates on:

- NEVI Program Progress: Real-time status of National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure deployment across the region.
- Carbon Reduction Program: How federal dollars are being leveraged to meet local sustainability goals.
- Project Highlights: A look at the public and private investments shaping both sides of the state line.

🗓️ Evergy Event Space | Wed, Feb 11
🥪 Networking Luncheon Included

Don’t miss the funding update. Register here:
https://pluginkc.org/plug-in-kc-event/2026-state-of-ev-charging-in-kansas-city/

Our lunch event about the State of Electric Vehicle Charging is next week, and we'd like to introduce our speakers! Meet Tami Alexander, Alternative Fuels Program Manager at Kansas Department of Transportation; Brian Alferman, Sustainability Program Manager for Johnson County KS; and Adam Gleason, Transportation Electrification Engineer at HDR.

Learn more about them and then reserve your lunch at https://pluginkc.org/plug-in-kc-event/2026-state-of-ev-charging-in-kansas-city/

Our friends at IONNA are celebrating their 2nd anniversary this Saturday. Be sure to drop by their Parkville location this Saturday for a chance of free swag AND $0.20 charging all weekend! Details are here:

IONNA Turns Two! Step 1: The Spark In 2024, eight powerhouse automakers came together to form a joint venture, tasked with redefining public charging in North America and removing charging as a barrier to EV adoption. Behind the scenes, a dedicated group of people spent a year laying the foundation for IONNA. Buildi...

Folks we are just 3 weeks away from a really insightful webinar on how the electric grid and EVs can work in concert. It's free - more information here:

Jan 26: Webinar: How EVs and the Grid Work Together | Clean Charge Network Join Plug-In KC for this webinar about EVS and the Grid, presenting the facts of EVs roles in strengthening our electric grid.

What's it like to road trip to the Rocky Mountains in an Electric Vehicle? Kansas City driver Aaron Twombly shares their first long-distance adventure in a Hyundai IONIQ 5. Read the full story at pluginkc.org/plug-in-kc-events-news

It was great to have our friends from at the Go Green Environmental Fair on Saturday in Mission! They organized dozens of EV test drives - it was a wonderful opportunity to feel the fun and ease of driving an electric vehicle first-hand!

Ready to find the right EV for you? Try out Plug-In KC's EV Finder Tool at https://pluginkc.org/ev-model-finder/

And here's part 2 of our morning EV hang out in the parking lot at KCTV5 News Kansas City!

Where’s Shane? Climate Action KC’s Plug-In KC Plug-In KC Director Jamie Green and Board Member Jasmin Moore join Shane to share everything you need to know about Climate Action KC's initiative.

Thanks KCTV5 News Kansas City for having our electric vehicles in your parking lot the other morning! Check out part one of the segment where Jamie and Jasmin discuss both the fun and affordability of EVs.

Where’s Shane? Plug-In KC Shane heads outside to chat with Plug-In KC Director Jamie Green and Board Member Jasmin Moore to chat about Climate Action KC's initiative.