Did you know you may be able to get up to a $30,000 tax credit? If you purchase and install a ChargeLink EV Charging station by December 31, 2021, your business may be eligible to receive a 30% tax credit up to $30,000.
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Investing in EV charging is more affordable than you think. Governments and utilities offer an array of tax credits, rebates and grants that can help put you on the road to a more sustainable future.
Incentives Are Currently Available for Your Business
The FTA has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) announcing up to $180 million for FY 2021's competitive Low or No Emission (Low-No) Program. This competitive program provides funding to state and local governmental authorities for the purchase or lease of zero-emission and low-emission transit buses as well as acquisition, construction, and leasing of required supporting facilities.
The US Federal Tax Credit gives your business 30% of the total cost of purchasing and installing a ChargePoint Electric Vehicle charging station. Must purchase and install by December 31, 2021 and claim the credit on your federal tax return. Maximum credit per address is $30,000.
ChargePoint is providing information on this tax credit only and is not the issuer of the tax credit. ChargePoint is not responsible for any issues that may result from your tax credit, including but not limited to: invalid tax credit submission, lengthy processing times or delays in processing or receiving your tax credit, any other issues pertaining to your tax credit.
Your Sustainability Goals Are Within Reach in California
Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) is offering rebates for electric vehicle charging stations for commercial and business charging station. Get up to a $5,000 rebate for each electric vehicle charging station. Buy and install a maximum of 6 new level 2 chargers (single or dual port) per account OR substitute any level 2 charger with two new level 1 chargers (maximum of 12 level 1 chargers).
Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) is offering a rebate to business customers who purchase new electric forklifts (class-1 or class-2) up to $2,000. (Limit 3)
Anaheim Public Utilities Public Access Electric Vehicle Charging Station Rebate Program is offering rebates to commercial, industrial, and municipal customers who install publicly accessible Level 2 (240-Volt) or higher plug-in electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Under this program, customers will be reimbursed for out-of-pocket expenses up to $5,000 per charging station for public access locations, or $10,000 for school, affordable housing, or publicly accessible DC fast plug-in locations (maximum of 4 charging stations). Eligible expenses include the charger purchase price and installation costs. In addition to the rebate, Anaheim will pay the City's permit application fee for the EV charger.
The Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District (AVQMD) is offering up to 80% reimbursement on the equipment and installation of EV charging stations. This opportunity is available for but not limited to LEED certified buildings, retail centers, centers of worship, hospitals and public transit areas (bus depots, train stations, park & rides). The program is open until all funds are exhausted.
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District's Carl Moyer Program is offering funding for up to 50% of the eligible costs of infrastructure and installation of an EV charging station. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until program funds are exhausted.
The Bay Area Air Quality Management District's Charge! Program provides grant funding to offset the cost of purchasing and installing new publicly accessible* chargers for light-duty electric vehicles, or EVs, at workplaces, destinations, transit parking locations, along transportation corridors, and at multi-unit dwelling facilities. A total $6 million in grant funding is available for organizations, including governments, businesses, and nonprofits.
The Burbank Water and Power (BWP) Electric Vehicle Charging Station Rebate offers rebates of $1,000 for Level 2 EV chargers. Up to four rebates are available per BWP multi-family house account or commercial account. Chargers must be new and have a purchase and installation date of July 1, 2015 or later. Application must be submitted no later than four months from the date of purchase and are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until rebate funds are exhausted.
The Central Coast Incentive Project promotes easy access to zero-emission vehicle infrastructure for the purchase and installation of eligible Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers in Monterey, San Benito and Santa Cruz counties – with a total of $7 million in available funds. The program offers reimbursements of up to $5,500 per Level 2 charger and up to $80,000 per DC fast charger.
The City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) is offering Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger rebates for schools, non-profits, and multifamily properties. Qualifying organizations in the CPAU service area can receive up to $80,000 for installing shared use EV chargers. If you know a school, non-profit or multifamily property in Palo Alto that would benefit from our EV Charger Rebate or Technical Assistance Program, send us an email utilityprograms@cityofpaloalto.org or call us (650) 729-2064.
The Glendale Water & Power EV Rebate Program offers a $500 rebate to businesses who install a Level 2 charging station. Rebate applications will be accepted subject to availability of funds.
The Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) Funding for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicles will launch April 2021. Rebates from $45,000 - $150,000 depending on weight class; plus an additional 10% for projects in disadvantaged communities, 15% for public transit agencies, or 65% for public schools are eligible on a first-come first-served basis.
Marin Clean Energy (MCE) Charging Station Program offers rebates for Level 2 charging stations for workplaces and multifamily properties (market rate and low income with 4 or more units) of up to $2,500 per port. MCE customers must be on MCE Light Green 50% renewable energy or upgrade to Deep Green 100% renewable energy electricity service for this offering.
PG&E's EV Fleet program supports level 2 and DC fast chargers in a variety of installation configurations based on a fleet operator's needs. Eligible customers may be able to receive 50% of the cost of an eligible charging station up to $42,000. They also offer incentives to build out the necessary infrastructure to convert to an electric fleet with rebates ranging from $4,000 up to $9,000 for eligible vehicles.
The City of Palo Alto Utilities (CPAU) is offering EV charger rebates to eligible customers that own or operate a school or non-profit, as well as multifamily and mixed use properties. Qualifying organizations in the CPAU service area can receive up to $30,000 for installing EVSE that will be available to multiple users. Rebates are limited to Level 2 EVSEs or higher.
The Pasadena Water & Power's Commercial Charger Incentive Program offers $3,000 rebate for installation of smart Level 2 (240V) charging stations for commercial, workplace, MUD, and fleet customers. Rebates of up to $6,000 per charger are available at specific sites including publicly accessible, schools, affordable housing, and DAC.
Property Assessed Clean Energy ("PACE") financing program allows property owners to borrow funds to pay for energy improvements, including purchasing and installing EVSE. The borrower repays over a defined period of time through a special assessment on the property. Local governments in California are authorized to establish PACE programs. Property owners must agree to the program guidelines to receive financing. Financing available for up to 15% of the first $700,000 of the property value and 10% of the remaining property value.
Redding Electric Utility (REU) is offering a $3,000 account credit per installed electric vehicle charging station (up to 10) that is Level 2 or greater.
The Sacramento County Incentive Project (CALeVIP) promotes easy access to zero-emission vehicle infrastructure by offering $14 million in rebates for the purchase and installation of eligible Electric Vehicle (EV) chargers in Sacramento County. $7.7 million in rebates is available for Level 2 EV chargers, and $6.3 million is available for DC fast chargers.
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) Commercial Electric Charger Incentive Program is accepting rebate applications for Level 2 and DC fast chargers on a first-come, first-served basis. SMUD is providing $1,500 per Level 2 EV charging port at workplace and multifamily locations with a maximum of 20 incentives per property. SMUD is offering an incentive of up to $100,000 for each DC fast charger project, consisting of at least two DC fast chargers and one Level 2 station.
San Luis Obispo Air Pollution Control District's Alt Fuel and Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program is offering funding for up to 50% of eligible costs of the infrastructure and installation, and up to 60% if the project is publicly accessible, subject to the maximum award amounts stipulated in the RFP. Projects funded under the AB923 guidelines may be eligible for funding up to 65% of eligible costs (consult APCD). Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until program funds are exhausted.
The Santa Barbara County APCD 2021 Clean Air Grant program has funding available to help applicants purchase and install EV charging stations. Successful projects will be eligible to receive a grant within a range from $10,000 to $250,000, and not to exceed 80% of the total eligible project costs.
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Charge Up! Program is accepting applications for rebates up to $6,000 for dual port Level 2 charging stations and up to $25,000 for Level 3/DC Fast Charging stations. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until program funds are exhausted.
The San Joaquin Valley Incentive Project promotes easy access to zero-emission vehicle infrastructure for the purchase and installation of eligible electric vehicle (EV) chargers. Funding in San Joaquin and Kern Counties for level 2 projects is still available. Applicants are selected on a first-come first-served basis and may be eligible for reimbursements of up to $6,000 per Level 2 Charger.
Silicon Valley Clean Energy (SVCE) is offering incentives of $10,000 per charger on top of state incentives for electric vehicle fast chargers. The goal of this program is to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption by residents of multi-unit dwelling (MUD) developments in SVCE territory.
Silicon Valley Power provides a rebate up to $500 when you install an electric vehicle charging station. This program offers EV charging station rebates for home, multifamily housing, schools, and non-profit facilities. There is an additional grant available to multi-family housing units that provide below market rental units.
Southern California Edison's (SCE) Charge Ready Program offers rebates for qualified EV charging equipment, and provides make-ready at the site for the equipment. Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until program funds are exhausted.
Southern California Edison's (SCE's) Charge Ready Transport (CRT) Program offers low-to no-cost electrical system upgrades to support the installation of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment for qualifying vehicles. This program provides a unique opportunity for fleet operators choosing to acquire electric vehicles by providing support and reducing the costs with installing the necessary charging equipment.
The Tehama County Air Pollution Control District Carl Moyer Program is accepting applications. EV Infrastructure projects can be funded up to 60% if publicly accessible, 50% for all other projects, and 100% for Public School Bus recharging projects. This is a competitive program and applications are accepted until September 30, 2020.
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The US Federal Tax Credit gives individuals 30% off a ChargePoint Home Electric Vehicle charging station plus installation costs (up to $1,000). Must purchase and install by December 31, 2021 and claim the credit on your federal tax return.
ChargePoint is providing information on this tax credit only and is not the issuer of the tax credit. ChargePoint is not responsible for any issues that may result from your tax credit, including but not limited to: invalid tax credit submission, lengthy processing times or delays in processing or receiving your tax credit, any other issues pertaining to your tax credit.
Home EV Charging Incentives in California
Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) is offering rebates for electric vehicle charging stations for residents that are AMP customers. Get up to an $800 AMP rebate on the purchase and/or installation of a new electric vehicle charger.
The Anaheim Public Utilities PEV Charger Rebate Program offers a rebate of up to $500 to customers that install a ChargePoint Home at their residence. In addition to the rebate, the City's permit fees related to the installation of the EV charger will be waived. Rebate applications will be accepted subject to availability of funds.
The Burbank Water and Power (BWP) Electric Vehicle Charging Station Rebate offers rebates of $500 for ChargePoint Home. Rebates are limited to one per BWP residential account. Charger must be new and have a purchase and installation date of July 1, 2015 or later. Application must be submitted no later than four months from the date of purchase and are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until rebate funds are exhausted.
The Glendale Water & Power EV Rebate Program offers a $500 rebate to single family residents who install a ChargePoint Home. Rebate applications will be accepted subject to availability of funds.
Imperial Irrigation District is offering a rebate of up to $500 to customers who purchase and install a qualified Level 2 (240V) home charger.
Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) Charge Up LA! is offering rebates of up to $500 for the purchase of a qualified Level 2 (240-volt) charger. LADWP also offers special rate plans for charging EVs. Applications for this first-come, first-served rebate opportunity will be accepted until rebate funds have been exhausted.
The Pasadena Water and Power (PWP) PEV Charger Rebate Program provides a rebate of up to $400 to PWP residential customers who notify PWP about the purchase or lease of a qualifying EV and install a ChargePoint Home at the address shown on the PWP electric account. Applications for this first-come, first serve rebate opportunity will be accepted until rebate funds have been exhausted.
Redding Electric Utility (REU) is offering up to $500 account credit for the cost of installing a ChargePoint Home (up to 2). See the REU Residential EV Rebate Application for complete list of terms and conditions.
Qualified Sonoma Clean Power (SCP) customers are eligible to receive a free EVSE that can be connected to Wi-Fi and communicate with the SCP GridSavvy Community. Customers are responsible for shipping and installation costs.
A tax credit is available for the purchase of a new qualified PEVs. The minimum credit amount is $2,500, and the credit may be up to $7,500, based on each vehicle's traction battery capacity and the gross vehicle weight rating. The credit will begin to be phased out for each manufacturer in the second quarter following the calendar quarter in which a minimum of 200,000 qualified PEVs have been sold by that manufacturer for use in the United States. This tax credit applies to vehicles acquired after December 31, 2009.
A credit is available for the purchase of a new qualified two-wheeled plug-in electric drive vehicle. The credit is for 10% of the cost of the qualified vehicle, up to $2,500. This incentive originally expired on December 31, 2017, but was retroactively extended through December 31, 2021.
ChargePoint is providing information on this tax credit only and is not the issuer of the tax credit. ChargePoint is not responsible for any issues that may result from your tax credit, including but not limited to: invalid tax credit submission, lengthy processing times or delays in processing or receiving your tax credit, any other issues pertaining to your tax credit.
EV Incentives in California
Alameda Municipal Power AMP is offering a rebate of up to $1,000 for the purchase of an all-electric used EV. For plug-in hybrid EVs (PHEVs), AMP offers rebates up to $500. Business customers who purchase new electric forklifts (class-1 or class-2) are also eligible for a rebate up to $2,000.
The Antelope Valley Air Quality Management District's (AVAQMD) AFV Program offers rebates of up to $1,000 to residents toward the purchase or lease of a new AFV.
ZEVs are eligible for Clean Air Vehicle decals to access HOV lanes. The decals are subject to availability.
The Clean Vehicle Rebate Project (CVRP) offers $2,500 for the purchase or lease of new zero emission vehicles and $1,500 for plug-in hybrids. Zero-emission motorcycles may receive up to $900. Rebate eligibility is subject to income caps. Consumers with household incomes less than or equal to 300 percent of the federal poverty level are eligible for an increased rebate amount.
The El Dorado County Air Quality Management District (AQMD) is accepting applications for the Drive Clean! program which provides a $599 incentive to County residents for the purchase or lease of an Air Resources Board (ARB) Clean Vehicle Rebate Program eligible vehicle.
Farmers Insurance provides a discount of up to 10% on all major insurance coverage for HEV and AFV owners.
The Hybrid and Zero Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP) Funding for Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicles will launch June 8, 2021. Rebates from $45,000 - $150,000 depending on weight class; plus an additional 10% for projects in disadvantaged communities, 15% for public transit agencies, or 65% for public schools are eligible on a first-come first-served basis.
The Monterey Bay Air Resources District (MBARD) is offering a rebate for EVs for residents of Monterey, San Benito, and Santa Cruz Counties that purchased an Electric vehicle. Starting July 1, 2021 you can receive a $1,500 rebate for new a EV, $1000 for a used EV, $750 for new PHEVs, $500 for a used PHEV, and $300 for new electric motorcycles. This program is first-come, first-served and lasts until program funds run out.
The Northern Sonoma County Air Pollution Control District (NSCAPCD) offers a rebate program for the purchase or lease of an eligible clean vehicle. Rebates include $3,000 for battery electric and $2,000 for plug-in hybrid. The District territory includes the northern and coastal regions of Sonoma County, including Healdsburg, Cloverdale, and Guerneville.
The Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) Clean Fuels Rebate program offers an $800 rebate for owning or leasing an eligible plug-in electric vehicle. This offering is only available to PG&E customers with an active residential electricity account.
Redding Electric Utility (REU) is offering a $1,000 account credit for the purchase or lease of a new qualified electric vehicle (up to 2). See the REU Residential EV Rebate Application for complete list of terms and conditions. REU is also offering $1,000 for the purchase or lease of a new qualified electric vehicle (up to 10).
The Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) Drive Electric Incentive offers SMUD residential customers a $599 rebate for the purchase or lease of a new PEV. Applications must be postmarked within 180 days of the date of purchase or lease of PEV, additional Terms and Conditions apply.
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is offering a $200 Electric Vehicle Climate Credit for driving a clean vehicle. SDG&E customers can apply for the bill credit each year that you drive or lease the clean vehicle.
San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) is offering a $1,000 point-of-sale rebate specifically for teachers and first responders that work and reside in SDG&E territory. The rebate is being offered on a first-come, first-served basis and is good while limited funds are available.
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District Drive Clean Rebate offers a rebate to local residents and businesses for purchasing EVs. The rebate is up to $3,000 for zero emission vehicles and up to $2,000 for plug-in hybrids. The local rebate can also be combined with state and federal rebates.
The Southern California Edison (SCE) Clean Fuels Rewards program offers a $1000 rebate for driving a new, used, or leased electric vehicle (battery electric or plug-in hybrid). This offering is only available to SCE customers with an active residential electricity account. If you have multiple eligible EVs in your household, you may receive a rebate for each vehicle if you otherwise qualify.
Getting Started
What is the 30C EV Charging Tax Credit?
The U.S. Code 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit gives qualifying businesses 30% or up to $30,000 tax credit for all alternative fuel infrastructure installed and placed in service from 2018 to the end of 2021.
I heard this tax credit expired. What's going on?
The 30C tax credit originally expired at the end of 2016 but, beginning in January of 2020, it was retroactively reinstated for 2018-2019 and proactively extended until December 31, 2021. That means if you've already purchased, installed, and activated qualifying ChargePoint EV charging stations you may qualify for the credit.
Who is eligible for the tax credit?
The 30C is a general business tax credit, so any company that installs by the end of 2021, (or installed in 2018-2019) "qualified equipment" such as ChargeLink EV charging stations may be eligible. For more information about your specific circumstances, visit the U.S. Department of Energy, contact your tax professional or reach out to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (IRS) or by calling (800) 829-1040.
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What's covered?
The U.S. Code 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit gives qualifying businesses 30% or up to $30,000 tax credit for all alternative fuel infrastructure installed and placed in service from 2018 to the end of 2021.
Can I combine the 30C Tax Credit with other incentives?
The short answer is yes. You can use the 30C tax credit after receiving other EV charging grants or rebates. However, the tax credit only applies towards qualifying out of pocket costs you ended up paying for, meaning the 30% credit won't apply to the portion of your expenses that could be eliminated by other grants and incentives. To find out if there is free money available in your area, visit our incentives page.