Overview
Our residential electric vehicle (EV) pilot program can help you with the cost of electricity when you charge your EV at home during certain off-peak hours. Through participation in this pilot program, EV credits will be applied to your current residential rate pricing.
Eligibility requirements
All of the following requirements must be met to take part in the pilot program.
- Electric vehicle: Own or lease an all-electric battery-only vehicle that is registered at your We Energies service address.
- Wisconsin residence: Own and live in a Wisconsin residence that receives electric service from We Energies. (For this program, this is defined as a detached single-family home, townhome/row house, duplex or other multifamily dwellings with separately metered service.)
- Residential electric service: Customers must be on the standard residential rate (Rg-1) or a residential Time-of-Use program (Rg-2).
- Good standing: Must be in good standing (i.e., cannot have any late payments or disconnections in the past 12 months).
Understanding your EV charging bill credit
You pay for EV charging at the same rate you pay for all the electricity in your home, per kilowatt hours (kWh) of use.
As an incentive for charging your EV overnight, pilot program participants receive a credit for the kWh used between midnight and 8 a.m. daily.
- The credit per kWh varies based on the rate you pay for electricity. Standard flat rate customers receive a credit of $0.04 per kWh. Time-of-Use customers receive a credit of $0.01 per kWh.
- For Time-of-Use customers, the credit is in addition to any existing off-peak pricing.
- The maximum credit is 400 kWh per month.
| Rate |
|
EV-R credit (midnight - 8 a.m.) |
| Rg-1 (Standard flat rate) |
$0.18325/kWh |
$0.04/kWh |
| Rg-2 (Time-of-Use on-peak rate) |
$0.27006/kWh |
|
| Rg-2 (Time-of-Use off-peak rate) |
$0.10387/kWh |
$0.01/kWh |
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If you are no longer charging an EV at home, please sign in to cancel your EV bill credit.
Questions and answers
Pricing
How does the EV credit from this program work?
Based on your current residential rate, a specific credit per kWh will be applied to any electricity used during the set EV off-peak hours. The maximum kWh of off-peak usage that the credit can be applied to is 400 kWh.
How is the EV credit applied if I’m already on a Time-of-Use rate for my home?
You will still receive your normal rate prices for your TOU on- and off-peak periods. An additional credit is applied to any usage that occurs specifically between midnight and 8 am daily.
What if I own and charge more than one EV at home?
One enrollment in the EV pilot program is allowed per customer. The charging credit is not based on the number of vehicles at the home. The amount of your credit is based on total EV off-peak usage, up to the monthly maximum of 400 kWh. The monthly kWh cap remains the same, no matter how many vehicles you are charging.
Do I need to have an additional meter installed?
No, an additional meter will not be installed. When enrolling, we will ensure that your meter is programmed to collect the necessary data for billing the EV credit. This programming is done remotely. In rare cases, we may need to replace your meter.
How long will it take to be enrolled in the program? When will I start seeing my EV bill credit?
After you apply, our program team will review your application. If it is approved, your account will be set up to start applying the EV credit starting with the next complete bill cycle.
Eligibility
Can I participate with any charger?
Yes. A specific type of charger is not required to participate in the pilot program. We collect interval data directly from your utility meter to apply the off-peak EV credit.
Why can’t I participate with a plug-in hybrid?
Eligibility for this pilot program is approved by the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. At this time, the credit for off-peak EV charging includes all-electric battery-only vehicles. Plug-in hybrids are not eligible for the credit, but owners can take advantage of our Time-of-Use savings program for off-peak pricing.
Can I participate if I rent my home?
No. It is required that you own the property in order to participate.
I live in a multifamily dwelling, can I participate?
Customers that own their unit within a multifamily dwelling are eligible to participate so long as they meet the metering eligibility requirement. The location of your charger/where you will be charging your EV must receive electricity directly from the meter associated with your unit/service address.
Are solar customers eligible to participate?
Solar customers who are on a customer owned generation rate are eligible to participate so long as their metering set up allows us to collect the necessary interval data. Our team will review your account/meter after you apply to ensure it is eligible.
Why was my application not approved?
There are several reasons an application may not have been approved. Please see the eligibility requirements listed above. If you apply and are not approved, a member of our team will reach out to explain the reasoning.
Current participants
Where is the EV credit located on my bill?
The EV credit will be a separate line item under the “Other Service Charges/Credits” section for your electric service.
What do I need to do if I am moving to a new address?
If you are moving and would like to continue enrollment on the EV pilot program, please contact our team with your new address and account number.
General
Do you offer any rebates for purchasing an EV or EV charger?
What types of at-home EV chargers are there?
At home, people typically charge EVs with a Level 1 or Level 2 charger. A Level 1 charger can provide 4 to 6 miles of range for every hour of charging. EVs usually come with a standard Level 1 charger that plugs into a typical household outlet (120-volt). A Level 2 charger provides faster and more convenient charging, with 25 to 40 miles of range for every hour of charging. They require a dedicated 240-volt circuit.
How much does additional circuit wiring or panel upgrades cost to install an EV charger at home?
Costs depend on your home’s electrical setup and wiring. A qualified electrician can help you understand the actual costs of any additional work unique to your home.
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