Residential property owners who participate in the program can earn rewards every month simply by following a scheduled EV charging routine. And you can start earning immediately.
Need a charger? Go to the UI SmartSolutions store to purchase an EV charger. Talk to an electrician about installing your EV charger.
Already have a charger? You may be eligible to receive a $100 incentive just for signing up for the CT EV Charging Program with either your qualifying charger or your qualifying EV via the onboard computer. Rebates are available for customers based on income or location.
Enrollment and setup
Enroll, participate, and receive updates and insightful feedback through our free, easy-to-use mobile app or web portal, hosted by our technology partner, ev.energy.
1. Install an EV charger or confirm your charger is qualified
Make sure installation is done according to program requirements. Review the Qualified EVs and EV Chargers List to confirm integration is possible. You may qualify for up to $1,000 for a for a new qualified Smart Charger and/or wiring upgrades necessary to install a charger.
2. Create your account
Use the link here to enter the enrollment portal, create your ev.energy account and confirm your utility account information.
3. Set your charger location and home address
Input your home address and charger location. It’s important for us to know when you’re charging at home so we can accurately reward you for your smart charging.
4. Connect your EV or EV charger
Enter your EV or EV charger login credentials and other necessary equipment information. Review the Compatible EVs and EV Chargers List to make sure integration is possible.
5. Choose your participation tier
Select the tier you’d like to participate in — Advanced or Baseline. See the “Tiers and incentives” section below for details.
6. Download the ev.energy app
Add the free ev.energy app to your smartphone and log in using the credentials you created in the enrollment portal for easy account management. Download the Google app here and the Apple app here.
Tiers and incentives
Choose the tier that best fits your needs. Then simply stick to your scheduled charging to meet your tier’s monthly goals and earn rewards. Regardless of the tier you choose, you’ll always retain complete control over your EV charging.
Advanced tier
Earn monthly rewards by setting and following a daily smart charge schedule. We work with your ready-by time to manage the amount of electricity your EV receives for maximum benefit to the grid and the maximum reward amount for you.
Automated smart charge scheduling
$25 monthly reward for smart charging and keeping on-peak charges to two or less per month
Baseline tier
Earn monthly rewards when 80% or more of your total home EV charging is at off-peak times.
Earn up to $120 annually for meeting the monthly charging requirements
Accumulated monthly rewards are paid quarterly in the month following the quarter's end. Link your PayPal or Venmo account in the ev.energy app to receive payouts. Please note that charging during peak times too often may make you ineligible to earn that month’s rewards.
Program advantages
Once you’re enrolled, get to know the features on the app or web portal that benefit you most.
Schedule off-peak charging sessions
To meet your selected tier’s monthly requirements and earn ongoing rewards, your off-peak charging session must be scheduled 9 p.m.–3 p.m. on weekdays and anytime on weekends and holidays.
Advanced tier
Set a smart charge schedule in the ev.energy app that lets us know what time you need your EV charged by each day. You can skip a charging session at any time. To receive monthly rewards, do not override your smart charging sessions resulting in on-peak charging greater than 15 minutes more than two times per month.
Baseline tier
Schedule your charging to occur during off-peak periods as much as possible. If you do not meet the 80% monthly requirement, you will not earn a reward for that month. However, you do not lose your ability to earn rewards in future months.
Track your charging history
Easily reference your charge sessions month by month. Your history is listed in chronological order, where it was done (home or away) and how much energy was used (kWhs) for each charge.
Get notifications and feedback
More helpful features enable you to optimize your charging routine and maximize your rewards.
Notifications of important requirements and updates
Status of your monthly tier goal and earnings
EV charging history analysis and insights on your charging habits
Program support
We’re committed to helping you power up your home EV charging routine. Our team is here with support and resources for all your program needs.
We strive to provide you with a transparent program that fairly awards you for the load-shifting potential you provide. If you disagree with your reported charging or incentive amounts, please email our support staff at UnitedIlluminating@ev.energy. Depending on your dispute, you may be required to provide documentation of your charging behavior over the time period in question. Program support staff will compare your evidence against backend charging data to determine a prompt resolution.
As part of the CT EV Charging Program you agree to participate in the program for one year. After that time, you may unenroll without penalty by submitting a request to HomeEV@uinet.com. If you fail to participate in the program for six consecutive months or unenroll from the program prior to 24 months, you may be required to pay back a prorated portion of any upfront rebates or incentives you received. If you are moving or your circumstances change and you are no longer able to participate in the program, please contact HomeEV@uinet.com to discuss your options.
Contact us at HomeEV@uinet.com if you need help understanding how smart charging works, how to optimize your home EV charging or how to maximize program benefits. Whether you’re a new or experienced EV owner, we can assist you every step of the way.
If you have questions about the mobile app or web portal, email our technology partner, ev.energy, at UnitedIlluminating@ev.energy.
For complete program information, check out our Comprehensive Program Manual.
