Home Charging Incentive

If you own an electric vehicle, you’re already experiencing the fuel savings that comes with making the switch from a gas-powered vehicle to an electric-powered vehicle. BGE provides even greater savings when you upgrade your home charger from a basic Level 1 (120v) model to a Level 2 (240v) charger and charge your vehicle during off-peak hours. Through BGE's EVsmart Program, you may be eligible for a $50 annual incentive when you install a qualiﬁed Level 2 charger for your home and charge your car from 9pm – 7am.

Upgrading to a Level 2 charger allows you to charge your vehicle significantly faster than with a standard charger. It also allows you to better control (and even schedule) when your EV charges by using an optional smartphone app. Customers with Level 2 smart chargers can also enroll in a Vehicle Charging Time of Use rate to see increased savings on their electric bill.

Now is the time to upgrade your EV charger. Any BGE customer who lives in a single-family home (either attached or detached) with secure home Wi-Fi (hotspots not sufficient) is eligible to participate. Customers must agree to share charging data with BGE. Rebates are limited and are available while supplies last. See eligibility details.

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How to Participate

1. Purchase a qualifying charger from the retailer of your choice and have it installed at your home by a licensed electrician.

Eligible chargers include: ChargePoint, Enel X and Siemens. There are also many EV manufacturers that offer advanced vehicle telematics and qualify for incentives with an approved software integration connection. Review EV manufacturer eligibility details here.

Manufacturer	Model #
ChargePoint	Home Flex
Electrify America	HomeStation
Enel X Way	JuiceBox 32
Enel X Way	Juicebox 40
Enel X Way	Juicebox 48
Siemens	VersiCharge IEC
Various EVs available	Multiple manufacturer options

Level 2 chargers require installation of a 240-volt outlet. It is recommended that you hire a qualiﬁed electrician who is familiar with EV charging equipment. Installation charges will vary, but can range from $200 to $1,000.* If your electrical panel needs to be upgraded, contact BGE to start this process. Costs and timing for panel upgrades may vary and takes approximately two weeks for completion.

2.Apply for the annual incentive. Fill out the online application below

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Before you can apply for your EVsmart incentive, BGE must verify that your EV charger is connected to Wi-Fi and your EV energy usage data is visible. In some cases, customers may require a Wi-Fi extender to increase the range of their Wi-Fi signal to reach their garage or other location of their EV charger.

Note: If you are applying through an eligible EV manufacturer, you must first create an evPulse account. Enroll here.

3.Charge during off-peak hours and save. Annual incentives are issued each December**. To receive the annual $50 gift card, you must charge your vehicle during off-peak hours (9pm – 7am) 90% of the time.

*Source: Marylandev.prg/charging

**Until the end of 2023. Customers who apply after October 2022 will receive an incentive for the following year.

Eligibility Requirements:

Limit of one $50 gift card per household annually.
Only chargers listed in the chart above are eligible for the annual incentive.
BGE must be able to confirm that the charger or vehicle is connected and transmitting data. Eligible EV manufacturers must first register through evPulse before applying for an incentive.

Learn More

For more information on Level 2 chargers, visit MarylandEV.org.

Questions?

Read through our EV FAQs, call us at 866.414.1256 or email EVsmart@bge.com.