Federal Tax Credits
The federal tax credit covers 30% of installation costs (equipment + labor), up to $1,000 per charging unit, under the Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit (IRS Form 8911). This applies to both home and commercial installations.
Washington State Incentives
- Puget Sound Energy (PSE):
- Rebates: Up to $600 for a qualifying charger and $2,000 toward installation costs.
- Requirements: Available to PSE residential customers installing Level 2 chargers.
- Clark Public Utilities (CPU):
- $400 rebate for ENERGY STAR-rated, Wi-Fi-enabled Level 2 chargers (max two per household).
- Instant discounts available through CPU’s marketplace for JuiceBox chargers.
Additional Resources
Check the ChargePoint incentives search tool or local utility programs for updates. Federal tax credits and utility rebates can often be combined.
While not directly stated in the provided sources, the federal Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit matches this structure. Specific IRS guidelines should be verified.
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