The following story was published by NPR Illinois on May 21, 2026.

The University of Illinois Springfield, in partnership with Springfield’s City Water, Light and Power (CWLP), has installed four electric vehicle charging ports on campus.

UIS’ first charging stations are in Lot I North near The Recreation and Athletic Center (TRAC) with four reserved parking spots. Each has a 240-volt Level 2 charger that delivers 25–35 miles of range per hour. Charging costs will be set by CWLP.

“This partnership reflects UIS’ commitment to providing sustainable options that support our students, employees and visitors,” said UIS Chancellor Janet L. Gooch. “By working with CWLP and the City of Springfield, we are making it easier for our community to access cleaner transportation technology.”

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