New York City is moving forward with its largest publicly accessible electric vehicle charging station to date, with a new hub planned just north of John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens.
In late December, the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) finalized the sale of a 2.6-acre city-owned parcel to Wildflower, a New York City–based developer focused on sustainable urban infrastructure. Wildflower paid $8.9 million for the site, which is located between the Nassau Expressway and Rockaway Boulevard.
Once developed, the location is expected to become the largest public EV charging station in New York City.
Charging Capacity and Design
Initial plans call for 65 EV charging stations and public parking spaces at launch, including at least 12 DC fast chargers. The site will operate 24 hours a day and has been designed to scale over time as demand for EV charging increases.
In addition to serving passenger vehicles, the charging hub is being built to accommodate larger electric vehicles, including electric trucks—reflecting growing electrification across commercial and fleet transport.
The project was first announced in March 2024, with early timelines targeting construction to begin the following year. With the land transaction now complete, Wildflower says it expects to break ground in 2026.
Community Commitments
As part of the agreement, Wildflower has committed to several community-focused initiatives requested by Donovan Richards. These include a 30% outreach target for minority- and women-owned business enterprises, as well as plans to host a local hiring event in coordination with the Borough President’s Office and the office of Council Member Selvena N. Brooks-Power.
NYCEDC’s then-president and CEO, Andrew Kimball, said at the time that projects of this type are important to meeting the city’s sustainability objectives and supporting residents transitioning to electric vehicles. Kimball has since stepped down from the role and is not part of the current city administration.
Part of a Broader EV Strategy
The charging hub forms part of New York City’s Green Economy Action Plan, unveiled in 2024. The plan outlines measures to expand EV charging infrastructure citywide and accelerate the shift toward lower-carbon transportation, particularly in dense urban areas where access to charging has historically lagged behind suburban regions.
By situating the facility near JFK Airport and major arterial roads, city officials aim to support both local drivers and high-traffic transportation corridors as EV adoption continues to grow.
