The Office of Energy Resources, in collaboration with the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank, just launched a home electric vehicle (EV) charging rebate program! PowerUpRI provides rebates for both homeowners and landlords to install EV charging stations on their properties, making the transition to electric vehicles more accessible and affordable.

Program Details 

There are two tracks of rebates: standard and income qualified. The rebates also vary based on whether your property requires an electrical upgrade for the installation. (For a quick refresher on the different types of chargers, visit our Charging Basics page.) 

One of our Electric Vehicle Ambassadors, Peter Viner-Brown, demonstrates his at-home EV charger

Standard Rebates 

• No Electrical Upgrade Needed: Residents can receive up to $350, or 50% (whichever is less) of the purchase price of a Level 2 residential EV charger. 

• Electrical Upgrade Needed: Residents can receive up to $700, or 50% (whichever is less) of the purchase and installation costs of a Level 2 residential EV charger. 

Income Qualified Rebates 

• No Electrical Upgrade Needed: Income-qualified residents can receive up to $500, or 75% (whichever is less) of the purchase price of a Level 2 residential EV charger. 

• Electrical Upgrade Needed: Income-qualified residents can receive up to $1,000, or 75% (whichever is less) of the purchase and installation costs of a Level 2 residential EV charger. 

Source: RI Office of Energy Resources 

Program Launch 

Governor Dan McKee, the Office of Energy Resources, and the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank launched the program with a press event at the home of one of our EV Ambassadors, Peter Viner-Brown. During the event, Peter highlighted the numerous benefits of driving an electric vehicle, emphasizing the convenience of home charging compared to frequent trips to gas stations. He also demonstrated how easy it is to plug in and charge an electric vehicle at home.

Governor Dan McKee speaking at the PowerUpRI program launch press event

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Whether you're a homeowner looking to enhance your property or a landlord aiming to provide added value to tenants, PowerUpRI’s incentives make it easier and more affordable to install EV chargers.