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EV Charging

EV Charging Rebate

Thinking about buying an electric vehicle (EV) or own one but charge using your standard 120V power outlet, now is the time to install faster, 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!

Consider taking advantage of one or more of these new offers, up to a:

  • $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 charger or smart splitter.
  • $400 bill credit for installation of 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.

Ready to apply?
Have a copy of your billing statement, photos of working equipment installed, and any receipts or invoices related to your EV charging equipment on hand. You will need these to complete the application.

Start Online Application

Want to learn more about this rebate?
See additional program information below.

Program Overview

We recognize that EV charging and electric transportation is changing the way the electric grid is utilized. We are working on creating a more flexible and resilient power grid that can accommodate new loads from EVs. To understand how electric vehicles will impact the grid, we need help from our community to determine EV adoption rates, locations, and charging habits. Our residential EV charging incentive will help us better understand when and where EV charging is happening and plan for the future needs of our community.

Rebate Requirements

Eligibility

  • 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.

Product specifications

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

How to get your EV charging bill credit

  1. Decided which offer(s) work best for your EV charging needs.
  2. Purchase and install your equipment.
  3. Start the online application.
  4. Include your proof of purchase and installation receipts or invoices with your application.
  5. Agree to the Terms and Conditions.
  6. Submit your completed application.

You will receive application status updates via email. Once an application has been approved, a bill credit will appear on your utility invoice within 1 to 2 billing cycles.

Start Online Application

If you have questions about the rebate process or need further assistance, please call 253-502-8363 or email Rebates@cityoftacoma.org.

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