SmartCharge Tech Incentives
As of October 2025, the Smart Charge Technology program has reached capacity for software applications. New submissions will be placed on a waitlist pending future program availability.
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About
SmartCharge Tech Incentives are accelerating the transition to sustainable transportation by helping customers switch to smart energy solutions. We are currently offering funds for EV sites to install load management and battery storage technologies. These systems help EV sites balance charging loads, improve efficiency, reduce peak demand, and build reliable, cost-effective infrastructure.
Eligibility Requirements
Your EV Charging Site Must:
- Be participating in the SmartCharge Commercial and/or the EV Phase-In Rate program.
- Be able to install eligible load management technology capable of balancing, curtailing, or deferring applicant’s EV charging demand on the electric grid.
What’s Eligible:
- Load Management Systems (Hardware or Software)
- Energy Management Systems (Hardware or Software)
- Battery Integrated Charging
- On-site Battery Storage
Documents You Will Need:
- A load management technology spec sheet with required certifications
- Invoices for technology installed
- A single line diagram of installed equipment
Get Started
Step 1: Review Eligibility Requirements
Check the Joint Utility's list of eligible technologies and required certifications.
Step 2: Complete and Submit Application
Step 3: Send Supporting Documents
Incentives
The incentive percentage in the chart refers to the total amount of customer load management costs covered by the program.
|
Incentive |
Tier 1 (only smartcharge commercial) |
Tier 2 (EV Phase-In Rate With or Without SCC) |
|---|---|---|
|
Incentive Load Management software |
Tier 1 (only smartcharge commercial) Up to 90% |
Tier 2 (EV Phase-In Rate With or Without SCC) Up to 45% |
|
Incentive DER: battery storage |
Tier 1 (only smartcharge commercial) Up to 60% |
Tier 2 (EV Phase-In Rate With or Without SCC) Up to 30% |
|
Incentive Load limiting hardware |
Tier 1 (only smartcharge commercial) Up to 60% |
Tier 2 (EV Phase-In Rate With or Without SCC) Up to 30% |