Offsetting the cost of your EV Charger and Installation

Electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming increasingly popular, and installing a home charging station can enhance the convenience of owning an EV. To support this transition, various federal, state, and utility incentives are available to offset the costs of purchasing and installing EV chargers. At the completion of your charger installation necessary documents will be provided by the installer technician to apply for these incentives and rebates. Below is a comprehensive guide to these incentives for New Jersey residents.​

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Federal Incentives

Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit

The federal government offers a tax credit for the installation of EV charging equipment. This credit covers up to 30% of the cost, not exceeding $1,000 for residential installations. For detailed information and eligibility requirements, please visit the IRS website on Clean Vehicle and Energy Credits.​

New Jersey State Incentives

Charge Up New Jersey Residential Charger Program

New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities provides a $250 rebate for the purchase and installation of an eligible Level 2 home EV charger. To qualify, applicants must provide proof of purchase, a photo of the charger's serial number, and a valid New Jersey driver's license. For more details and application instructions, visit the Charge Up New Jersey website.​NJ Clean Energy+3Charge Up New Jersey+3Alternative Fuels Data Center+3

Utility Company Incentives in New Jersey

Atlantic City Electric (ACE) EVsmart Program

ACE offers residential customers rebates up to $1,000 for installing new Level 2 EV chargers. Additional incentives are available for publicly accessible charging stations for fleets, multi-unit dwellings, and workplaces. For more information, visit the ACE EVsmart Program.​Qmerit

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Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) EV Driven Program

JCP&L provides incentives up to $7,000 for property upgrades necessary for EV charger installation, including up to $1,500 for customer electrical enhancements and up to $5,500 for utility-side upgrades. Further rebates are available for commercial customers installing publicly accessible charging stations. Details can be found on the JCP&L EV Driven Program page.​FirstEnergy Corp.+2FirstEnergy Corp.+2Qmerit+2Qmerit+1FirstEnergy Corp.+1FirstEnergy Corp.+1FirstEnergy Corp.+1

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Public Service Electric & Gas (PSE&G) EV Charging Program

PSE&G offers residential customers an on-bill credit up to $1,500 per charger for upgrading customer-side make-ready assets necessary for EV charger installation. Additionally, customers may qualify for a reduction of up to $5,000 in any required deposit for utility-side make-ready work. More information is available on the PSE&G EV Charging Program website.​NJ Clean Energy+5nj.myaccount.pseg.com+5Qmerit+5

Rockland Electric Company Charger Ready Program

Rockland Electric provides incentives to offset the infrastructure costs associated with installing Level 2 EV chargers at homes. Eligible customers can receive up to $1,000 for customer-based costs and up to $5,000 for utility-based costs. For program details, visit the Rockland Electric Company Charger Ready Program.​Qmerit

Additional Resources

For a comprehensive list of federal and state incentives, including those specific to New Jersey, please refer to the Alternative Fuels Data Center.

Please note that incentive programs are subject to change. It's advisable to consult the respective program websites or contact your utility provider directly for the most current information.