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EV Charging

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Thinking about buying an electric vehicle (EV) or own one but charging using your standard 120V power outlet? Now is the time to install a faster Level 2, 240V charger at home. Tacoma Power offers incentives for upgrading your charging experience. Even better, you don’t have to own your home to be eligible.

New to EVs and need more info about the differences in charging levels? Click here to view our guide to chargers and plugs!

Ready to apply?

Have your billing statement, photos of the installed equipment, and any receipts or invoices for your EV charging equipment on hand. You will need these to complete the application.

Start Online Application

Incentives we currently offer:

  • $400 bill credit when you buy a Level 2 charger.
  • $400 bill credit when you buy a smart splitter.
  • $400 bill credit when you have electrical work done to install a charger or smart splitter.
  • $400 bill credit to install a 240-volt EV charging outlet.
  • $600 maximum bill credit for more than one of the above.

You must purchase and install your equipment before applying for the bill credit. Bill credit cannot exceed the cost of materials and/or documented labor.

Learn more about this incentive

We recognize that EV charging and electric transportation are changing how the electric grid is used. We are working to create a more flexible and resilient power grid that can accommodate new EV loads. To understand how electric vehicles will affect the grid, we need our community’s help to determine EV adoption rates, locations, and charging habits. Our residential EV charging incentive will help us better understand when and where EV charging happens and plan for our community’s future needs.

  • You must be a current Tacoma Power residential customer.
  • You must purchase and install your equipment before applying for the incentive.
  • You must provide proof of purchase and installation (dated within the last 90 days) with your application.
  • Agree to Terms and Conditions.
  • One incentive per Tacoma Power customer account.
  • Chargers and Smart Splitters must meet UL 2594 safety standards. ETL/CSA (US) is acceptable.

Level 2 charger

  • Must be UL Listed.
  • Must be at least 20 amps (4.8 kW).
  • May be plug-in or hardwired.
  • May be network-connected or non-network-connected.

Smart splitter

  • Must be UL Listed.
  • May be plug-in or hardwired.

240-volt outlet/receptacle

  • A licensed electrician must install the outlet.
  • The new outlet must be compatible with the Level 2 charger, amperage, and plug style.
  • Minimum circuit size is 30 amps.
  • The electrical panel has sufficient space to add a new 240-volt service.

How to get started

  1. Decide which offer(s) work best for your EV charging needs

  2. Apply for a permit

    Electrical permitting and Inspections

  3. Install your equipment

  4. Start Your Online Application

    Include your proof of purchase and installation receipts or invoices with your application.

    Online Application

    By submitting for incentives, you agree to our terms and conditions.

  5. Submit your completed application

    You will receive application status updates via email. Once your application is approved, a credit will appear on your power bill within 1 to 2 billing cycles.