What EV charging incentives are available in Connecticut?

As of June 2026, there are 8 programs that can offset EV charging costs in Connecticut: 2 commercial, 3 residential, 1 vehicle/rate programs — mostly utility rebates and state grants — plus the federal 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit, worth up to $100,000 per commercial charging port. Programs open and close; confirm current status before budgeting.

Does Connecticut offer rebates for commercial EV charging stations?

Yes. 2 commercial programs are currently tracked in Connecticut, including Eversource (CT) EV Make Ready Program, United Illuminating (CT) Make Ready Program. Most are administered by utilities and pay per port or per project, and many require pre-approval before installation begins.

How does the federal 30C tax credit work for EV chargers?

The 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit gives businesses up to $100,000 per charging port — 6% of qualified costs, or 30% if prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements are met — for chargers installed in eligible census tracts. Homeowners can claim 30% up to $1,000 per port. It's claimed on your federal tax return; eligibility mapping by census tract is the first step.

Who applies for the incentives — the owner or the contractor?

Formally the applicant is usually the site owner, but in practice the contractor determines whether you qualify: equipment must match program eligibility lists, applications often must precede construction, and payout requires commissioning documentation. Faith Energy handles incentive sequencing and paperwork as part of design-build delivery.

EV Charging Incentives · Connecticut

Connecticut EV charging incentives & rebates (2026).

As of June 2026, we track 8 incentive programs that can offset EV charging costs in Connecticut: 2 commercial, 3 residential, 1 vehicle/rate programs, plus the federal 30C tax credit available nationwide.

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Federal incentives that apply in Connecticut.

Available in every state. The federal 30C credit is claimed on your tax return — eligibility depends on census tract, and for the full 30% commercial rate, on prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements.

30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit

The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Tax Credit, commonly referred to as the “30C tax credit,” gives qualifying businesses that install electric vehicle (EV) recharging property located within an eligible census tract a tax credit of up to $100,000 per EV charging port. The credit, subject to depreciation, equals 6% of the total qualified costs per port, or 30% for businesses and tax-exempt entities that meet prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements, with that same $100,000 limit.

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Residential 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit

The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Tax Credit, commonly referred to as the “30C tax credit,” gives qualifying individuals that install electric vehicle (EV) recharging property located within an eligible census tract a tax credit equal to 30% of the cost with a maximum amount of $1,000 per EV charging port.

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Commercial

Commercial & workplace charging programs in Connecticut.

Rebates and grants for businesses, fleets, multifamily, and public charging. Most require application before installation.

Eversource (CT) EV Make Ready Program

Eversource’s CT EV Charging Program is available for all commercial and industrial customers to support charging for workplaces, light-duty fleets, the public, and multifamily properties with five or more units. Incentives will be either 50% of eligible EVSE Level 2 charger costs plus 100% eligible makeready installation costs or the Per Site Maximum Rebate, whichever is less. Maximum rebates for EV charger installation vary by customer type, location, and equipment installed. For projects in Underserved Communities, the maximum incentive levels are increased.

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United Illuminating (CT) Make Ready Program

United Illuminating’s CT EV Charging Program is available for all commercial and industrial customers to support charging for workplaces, light-duty fleets, the public, and multifamily properties with five or more units. Incentives will be either 50% of eligible EVSE charger costs plus 100% eligible makeready installation costs or the Per Site Maximum Rebate, whichever is less. Maximum rebates for EV charger installation vary by customer type, location, and equipment installed. For projects in Underserved Communities, the maximum incentive levels are increased.

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Residential

Residential charging programs in Connecticut.

Rebates and rate programs for home charging — useful for employees, fleet-at-home programs, and residents of properties we serve.

Eversource Rebates for Connecticut Home Charging

Eversource offers Connecticut residential customers three options, that may be combined, for Level 2 EV charger installations. Customers may receive a $500 for qualified Level 2 chargers or $100 for cars with telematics that are not eligible for the charger specific rebate. Customers may also receive a $500 rebate to assist with home electrical wiring costs. If claiming a rebate, customers will be enrolled into Eversource's Managed Charging program. Connecticut’s new energy legislation will limit funding for EV charging rebates starting January 1, 2026. To take advantage of current incentives, customers should submit a complete and accurate rebate application by December 31, 2025.

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Norwich Public Utilities EV Charging Equipment Rebate

Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) offers eligible residential electric customers up to a $1,000 rebate for the purchase and installation of a Level 2 EV charger. NPU customers must submit a copy of both the proof of purchase and a Letter of Compliance from the city building department before December 31, 2025. Connecticut’s new energy legislation will limit funding for EV charging rebates starting January 1, 2026. To take advantage of current incentives, customers should submit a complete and accurate rebate application by December 31, 2025.

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United Illuminating CT Home EV Charging Program

The Connecticut Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Program is offered to United Illuminating (UI) residential customers who submit an application for a qualifying Level 2 Smart Charger and/or Wiring Upgrade Rebate(s), Vehicle Connection Enrollment Incentive, and/or Existing Charger Enrollment Incentive through December 31, 2025. Customers may receive up to $500 for a qualifying EV charger and a wiring upgrade rebate up to $500. Participation rebates may also be available and could reach $300/year. Connecticut’s new energy legislation will limit funding for EV charging rebates starting January 1, 2026.

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Vehicles & Rates

Vehicle and rate programs in Connecticut.

Adjacent programs — vehicle incentives and charging-rate structures that change the economics of a charging project.

Connecticut EV Incentive

The CHEAPR Program offers immediate rebates for Connecticut residents who purchase or lease a new eligible EV or PHEV. Rebates for new eligible EVs are $1,000 for a standard rebate and prequalified low to moderate income families can receive $4,000 for a new EV and $5,000 for a used EVs. The Standard Rebate for new PHEVs is $2,000 ($500 + $1,500), and the Rebate+ Used incentive is $3,000 per EV. Before you purchase or lease a new eligible vehicle, you must apply for a Rebate+ New incentive on the CHEAPR Application portal and present the voucher information to the dealer. The combined Standard and Rebate+ New incentive amount will be credited to your final purchase or lease.

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Incentives are won or lost in the paperwork.

Most charging incentives have equipment eligibility lists, network requirements, deadlines, and post-installation reporting — and many pay out only if the application went in before construction. Faith Energy bakes incentive capture into design-build delivery: we match hardware to program eligibility lists, sequence applications correctly, and hand you the documentation each program demands.

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What EV charging incentives are available in Connecticut?: As of June 2026, there are 8 programs that can offset EV charging costs in Connecticut: 2 commercial, 3 residential, 1 vehicle/rate programs — mostly utility rebates and state grants — plus the federal 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit, worth up to $100,000 per commercial charging port. Programs open and close; confirm current status before budgeting.
Does Connecticut offer rebates for commercial EV charging stations?: Yes. 2 commercial programs are currently tracked in Connecticut, including Eversource (CT) EV Make Ready Program, United Illuminating (CT) Make Ready Program. Most are administered by utilities and pay per port or per project, and many require pre-approval before installation begins.
How does the federal 30C tax credit work for EV chargers?: The 30C Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit gives businesses up to $100,000 per charging port — 6% of qualified costs, or 30% if prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements are met — for chargers installed in eligible census tracts. Homeowners can claim 30% up to $1,000 per port. It's claimed on your federal tax return; eligibility mapping by census tract is the first step.
Who applies for the incentives — the owner or the contractor?: Formally the applicant is usually the site owner, but in practice the contractor determines whether you qualify: equipment must match program eligibility lists, applications often must precede construction, and payout requires commissioning documentation. Faith Energy handles incentive sequencing and paperwork as part of design-build delivery.

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Program details change and funding rounds open and close. Last reviewed June 2026 against program sources; always confirm current terms with the administering agency or utility before counting an incentive in a budget. Faith Energy confirms live program status as part of every project review.