Home Charging Installation Rebates Make it Easier to Drive Electric
Southern California Edison celebrated today the installation of 1,000 electric vehicle chargers in more than 60 locations throughout the Southland, and also announced that it is starting a new pilot program to help customers install EV charging stations at home.
The 1,000th charger was installed at South El Monte High School - Opens in new window through Charge Ready, SCE’s pilot program to add EV charging stations at locations where people leave their cars for the day. These locations include workplaces, public parking lots, hospitals and destination centers, as well as apartment and condominium complexes.
Our customers want more clean energy choices that are good for them and their communities. Electric transportation represents one of our biggest opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and clean our air.”
Katie Sloan
Now with the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate Program - Opens in new window customers will have even more charging options. The program helps residential customers offset the cost of installing infrastructure that can lower average charging times to 5 1/2 hours or less depending on the car make and model. The faster charging, or Level 2 charging, consists of a professionally installed charger connected to a 240-volt AC outlet, the kind commonly used by washers and dryers.
“Our customers want more clean energy choices that are good for them and their communities,” said Katie Sloan SCE principal manager of Innovation, Development and Controls. “Electric transportation represents one of our biggest opportunities to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and clean our air.”
With more vehicle and model choices and longer driving ranges, more Americans are making the switch to EVs. One in five Americans now say they are likely to buy an EV as their next car, according to AAA - Opens in new window. Those EV shoppers need convenient charging, Sloan said.
The home installation pilot offers two different ways to save. The standard option, which offers a rebate of as much as $500, is for eligible customers who want to use their existing meter to charge their EV using a Time-of-Use rate that applies to their entire home. The rebate covers costs such as permits, materials and hiring a licensed electrician to install a 240-volt circuit and the Level 2 EV charging station.
The other option, which provides a rebate of as much as $1,500 to eligible customers, requires the installation of a Level 2 charging station and a new dedicated meter that the customer must use to charge their EVs. This option may provide customers with the lowest cost to charge their EVs — SCE’s Time-of-Use rate plan that applies to EV charging only (TOU-EV-1). Similar to the $500 option, the rebate offsets the costs of the needed permits and installation of infrastructure and charging equipment.
Customers can take advantage of the program in a few simple steps:
- Review eligibility requirements. - Opens in new window
- Purchase or lease an eligible EV within six months of applying for a rebate.
- Call 1-800-4EV-INFO to consult with SCE regarding the electrical upgrade and enroll in an eligible Time-of-Use rate - Opens in new window. You can also change your plan online by using the Rate Plan Comparison Tool - Opens in new window.
- Hire a licensed electrician of your choice to perform the necessary electrical work.
- Apply for the rebate through the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate website - Opens in new window.
Once approved, a check will be mailed to the customer within a few weeks. To qualify for the rebate, customers must have an active SCE account, use a licensed electrician, have at least one dedicated parking spot or garage and participate in an eligible TOU rate for two years.
“Driving electric is economical,” Sloan said. “Charging an electric car at home is equal to paying just over a dollar per gallon of gasoline. On top of that, every mile driven using electricity from the grid reduces air pollution and harmful greenhouse gas emissions.”
The Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate Program and Charge Ready are just two ways SCE is making it easier to drive an EV. The company has also partnered with BMW to offer customers and employees a $10,000 discount - Opens in new window on the purchase of a new BMW i3 - Opens in new window or i3s through July 31. And, the Clean Fuel Rewards Program - Opens in new window provides $450 rebates to customers who purchase or lease a new or used EV.
We purchased a volt and are planning to install a level 3 charger. Does th charger have to be brand new or is a used charger from a private party eligible as well? Thank you Thomas
Oct 22, 2018, 7:23:03 AMit's a bummer that there's a limit of 6 months from time of purchase. I bought my bolt last November and didn't think I'd need a level 2 charger but after change in work schedule, I realize I now need a faster charger since I'll going into work more often. Why can't anyone with an electric vehicle apply for this rebate. it sure would help out people like me. thanks.
Aug 7, 2018, 10:12:58 AMAre rebates offered to Builders of larger developments of Multi family homes and Apartment Buildings?
Jul 20, 2018, 2:51:08 PMHi Fred. The Home Charging Installation Rebate program is for residential customers only. We have other Charge Ready programs, including Transportation Electrification Advisory Services, geared towards commercial customers. Please visit on.sce.com/chargeready to learn more about the programs that might work for you.
Jul 25, 2018, 11:10:02 AMHow can we contact you in this regards.
Jun 6, 2018, 11:23:39 AMHi Daidy, thank you for your interest in the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate program. We encourage interested customers to apply as soon as they have purchased a qualifying vehicle to ensure rebate funds are still available. To apply for the rebate go to www.evrebates.sce.com or call 1-888-991-5723.
Jun 12, 2018, 1:34:23 PMI have been waiting for this pilot program to take affect... I purchased Chevy Volt 3 months ago so it looks like I fall within the 6 month parameters and can still apply. Two questions... One, if I opt for the $1500 rebate program with the separate meter, what happens if I install solar...can the second meter be switched to take adv of the solar or does that remain stand alone? if the switch can be made, what happens to the 24 month commitment? Two....prior to hearing about this pilot program...I got an estimate from a lic electrician to install a 240 volt charger. The $500 plan would not cover the install cost and permits...can a revision in the rebate be considered? Thank you
Jun 5, 2018, 9:53:10 AMHi Brad. Yes you are correct, if you purchase a Chevy Volt three months ago you should be able to apply for the program . All the eligibility requirement and information on the application process can be found at www.evrebates.sce.com. We recommend that you visit this website as your first step. With the $1,500 option a Time-of-Use-EV-1 rate is required for 24 months. The standard option the offers rebates up to $500. Regarding the rates, if you call SCE at 1-800-4EV-INFO they can answer questions on and provide information on the different rate options available to you. They can also help you make the switch to the appropriate rate once you decide you want to move forward. Thank you for your interest in the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate.
Jun 5, 2018, 4:22:42 PMIf I’ve already installed a level 2 system, and have a time of use rate, am I eligible for a “retroactive” rebate?
Jun 5, 2018, 8:12:08 AMHi Larry. Thank you for your interest in the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate. Unfortunately the pilot does not include retroactive rebates.
Jun 5, 2018, 9:22:09 AMThis great. I just bought a Honda Plug-in Hybrid. I will definitely call for additional information. When does this program last until?
Jun 4, 2018, 2:45:53 PMHi Tom, thank you for your interest in the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate program. We encourage interested customers to apply as soon as they have purchased a qualifying vehicle to ensure rebate funds are still available. To apply for the rebate go to www.evrebates.sce.com or call 1-888-991-5723.
Jun 5, 2018, 8:44:03 AMHow do we apply for the rebate?
Jun 3, 2018, 1:47:47 PMHi Alan, thank you for your interest in the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate program. To apply for the rebate go to www.evrebates.sce.com or call 1-888-991-5723.
Jun 5, 2018, 8:46:49 AMHello I am buying a 2016 Chevrolet Volt hybrid this weekend how does the rebate work for buying a home charger
Jun 3, 2018, 9:43:26 AMHi Nicholas, Thank you for your interest in the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate program. The program provides two different rebate options to offset the cost of home electrical upgrades required for installing an EV charging station at home The standard rebate option offers up to $500 to customers. It covers costs such as permits, materials and hiring a licensed electrician to install a 240-volt circuit and the Level 2 EV charging station. It also requires a Time-of-Use- Rate that applies to your entire home. The other rebate option provides a rebate of up to $1,500 to customers. This option requires a new dedicated meter before the Level 2 charging station is installed. Similar to the $500 option, the rebate offsets the costs of installing the needed infrastructure and charging equipment. This option TOU-EV-1 rate for the meter dedicated to the EV charging station. More details on how what you need to do apply for the rebate are available at www.evrebates.sce.com or by calling 1-888-991-5723.
Jun 5, 2018, 8:47:18 AMHow about the same deal for those of us who already own an EV and want to install a 220v home charger?
Jun 2, 2018, 2:14:07 PMHi Jeff. Thank you for your interest in the Charge Ready Home Installation Rebate program. At this time, to be eligible for this program a qualifying EV must be purchased within the six months prior to applying for the rebate.
Jun 5, 2018, 8:47:51 AMWhy exclude people that have had their EV longer than 6 months? We've had ours for a year, but are wanting to upgrade to Level 2 charging as sometimes Level 1 is not fast enough.
Jun 7, 2018, 9:35:26 PM