Stony Brook University is increasing its electric vehicle (EV) charging capacity with the installation of eight new public dual port charging stations. This addition brings the total number of EV charging stations on campus to 21, supporting a total of 42 parking spaces dedicated to EV charging.
The new stations are located in two public lots: Lot 2 near Mendelsohn Quad and Lot 52 by the Innovation and Discovery Center. Each station can charge vehicles parked at two spaces simultaneously.
The university is also preparing infrastructure for fleet vehicle charging as part of an ongoing electrification study. This initiative involves collaboration between the SBU Office of Sustainability, Electrical Department, and MAPS. The goal aligns with New York State Executive Order 22, which requires all light-duty non-emergency vehicle fleets to transition to Zero Emission Vehicles (ZEVs) by 2035.
Mike Kelly, assistant director of utilities, commented on the project: “The SBU electrical team is dedicated to supporting the New York State clean energy goals. Our department oversees the installation and power infrastructure for the electric vehicle charging stations and future projects, and it looks forward to a collaborative effort with all.”
As part of these efforts, Stony Brook has introduced its first fully electric vehicles—two Ford F-150 Lightnings—to support campus operations. These trucks offer a towing capacity exceeding 7,000 pounds and a range of up to 300 miles per charge.
Information about available charging locations can be found on the MAPS sustainable transportation page. Details regarding rates, idling fees, and upcoming expansions are also available on the MAPS website.