Edmond, OK Adds 6 New EV Chargers Powered by Wind

Drivers in Edmond, Oklahoma just got six new reasons to go electric, and they're all powered by the wind.

The City of Edmond installed three state-of-the-art EV charging stations at the City Hall Parking Garage, each capable of charging two vehicles simultaneously. Best of all, parking is completely free for residents and visitors exploring downtown shops and restaurants.

At 25 cents per kilowatt hour, charging an electric vehicle here costs significantly less than filling up a gas tank. The stations are part of a grant-funded partnership with the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments, bringing cutting-edge green technology to a city already leading on clean energy.

Here's what makes this truly special: every charging station runs on 100% domestic wind energy through Edmond Electric and the Oklahoma Municipal Power Authority. When you plug in, you're tapping into Oklahoma's abundant wind resources instead of burning fossil fuels.

The Ripple Effect

The numbers tell an inspiring story of progress. Last year alone, Edmond's public charging stations delivered 86,000 kilowatt hours of clean electricity—avoiding emissions equivalent to planting 1,039 tree seedlings and letting them grow for a decade, or preserving 63 acres of U.S. forests for an entire year.

"All public charging sites are powered by 100 percent domestic wind energy," said Phil Jones, Sustainability Planner for the City of Edmond. That commitment means every mile driven on electricity from these stations is a mile powered by Oklahoma wind.

The new installations bring Edmond's total to 34 public charging ports scattered across the city. Drivers can find them at Mitch Park, the Edmond Tennis Center, Service Blake Soccer Complex, University of Central Oklahoma visitor lots, The Railyard, and more.

Since 2019, Edmond and UCO have secured over $150,000 in grant funding to expand EV infrastructure throughout the community. The latest $47,084 grant covered the three new garage stations, with two more scheduled for installation at The Uncommon Ground Sculpture Park in 2027.

The expansion reflects a city investing in its sustainable future while making clean transportation accessible and affordable for everyone.