Electric Vehicle Charging-as-a-Service Pilot Program
United Power is committed to helping our members find cost-effective ways to choose an electric vehicle. We are excited to announce United EV, a new pilot program that will offer an option for at-home EV charging equipment, additional rebate dollars towards EV charger electrical wiring, and a menu of electric rates and options for smart charging.
The United EV pilot program will help lower the up-front cost of installing an at-home EV charger, reduce the costs for members to charge their EVs, and help United Power effectively manage and incorporate EV charging on the electrical grid.
United Power will initially offer the United EV pilot program to 50 residential members. Learn more here or reach out to our Energy Programs team for additional information. United Power also offers a make-ready wiring rebate for at-home EV charging - click here for details.
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Home Charging with United EV Through a service agreement, you’ll receive a ChargePoint Home Flex Level 2 EV charger for just $19 per month. The program includes complete equipment installation and set-up and any maintenance or repairs. There are no up-front equipment costs and the monthly fee will be applied to your electric bill for your convenience. |
EV Make-Ready Wiring Rebate United Power’s Make-Ready Wiring rebate covers 50% of the electrical costs associated with wiring for an EV charging unit. United EV program participants qualify for up to $1,000 in rebates—double the amount available to other members. |
Smart Rates and Charging Options From our menu of rates, you can choose the rate that works best for your lifestyle to save money on EV charging and other energy use in your home. In addition, select from several smart charging options that help you take advantage of the lowest energy costs and help United Power balance EV charging on the grid. |
To help lower the upfront costs of purchasing at-home charging equipment, United EV offers the equipment, installation, and warranty of an at-home charging unit for just $19 per month, which is applied to your monthly bill.
United Power has partnered with ChargePoint to provide United EV program participants with a ChargePoint Home Flex, a 240-volt, Level 2 charger that works with any model EV.
- Home Flex is UL listed for safety, ENERGY STAR® certified for efficiency, backed by a warranty, and includes 24/7 phone support.
- When scheduled to charge at Level 2, the Home Flex unit will charge your vehicle at 240-volt and up to 40 amps for the fastest recharge time.
- When scheduled to charge at Level 1, the Home Flex unit will charge your vehicle at 120-volt and 16 amps to reduce energy consumption and load on the United Power grid.
- Use the ChargePoint app to track all of your charging, find places to charge when you are away from home, schedule charging when energy is cheapest, and connect to your smart home devices like Alexa.
Attention Tesla Owners: The ChargePoint Home Flex works with any model vehicle, but in order to plug a Tesla into the Home Flex charger, you will need the J-1772 adapter. This is the same adapter used at public charging stations.
Learn more about the ChargePoint Home Flex.
If you do not already have a NEMA 14-50 outlet, United Power offers United EV participants twice the rebate dollars to offset wiring costs associated with installing an EV charger. United EV program participants qualify for a make-ready wiring rebate of 50% of the cost of outlet installation, up to $1,000.
- Reach out to a licensed electrician for installation. United Power recommends collecting at least three quotes to ensure you receive the best price and service.
- Once an electrician has installed the NEMA 14-50 outlet, submit the itemized invoice and photo of the final installation with your make-ready wiring rebate application.
ChargePoint Outlet Specifications
United EV participants can combine any rate with a charging schedule of choice to accommodate their EV lifestyle.
- For the lowest cost, pre-programmed and auto-scheduled, off-peak charging, United Power recommends the Simple Saver (A) schedule with the Time of Day (RTD1) rate.
United EV Charging Schedule Options
- A) Simple Saver: EV charger comes programmed for uninterrupted Level 2 charging before 2 p.m. and after 10 p.m. only. This schedule ensures you only charge off-peak.
- B) Flex Saver: EV charger comes programmed for Level 1 charging subject to utility control from 2-10 p.m., and uninterrupted Level 2 charging before 2 p.m. and after 10 p.m.
- C) Flex Charge: EV charger comes programmed for uninterrupted Level 2 charging before 2 p.m. and after 10 p.m. with option to opt-out of charging schedule. Member will incur applicable rates for opt-out charging.
- D) DIY Charge: No pre-set schedule on the charging equipment. Member will be responsible for scheduling charging schedules and the applicable rates.
Residential Rate Options
United EV participants can select any current residential rate. The default rate for most residential accounts is the Residential (R1) rate. For United EV participants, United Power recommends the Time of Day (RTD1) rate.
Please review the complete residential rate menu including on-peak and off-peak charges and demand charges, and include your preference on the United EV enrollment form.
United EV helps lower the cost and speed up the charging for EV owners. A Level 2, 240-volt EV charging station, like the ChargePoint Home Flex, charges any EV up to 9 times faster than a normal wall outlet.
Enroll in United EV and we deliver and install your new ChargePoint Home Flex unit. Rest easy with support just a phone call away.
Full-Service Installation
United Power will schedule the installation of your ChargePoint charger at a time that is convenient for you. The installer will install the ChargePoint unit and help you connect to the Wi-Fi and mobile app. If you cannot make your appointment, please cancel within 24 hours.
Download the ChargePoint App Before Installation
- Get the ChargePoint app, available for iPhone and Android.
- Select ‘Create account’ to start the process.
- Fill in the ‘Create account’ screen with your basic information and hit ‘Next.’
- Fill out the ‘Add payment’ screen so you’ll be ready to charge wherever you go, even at stations with a fee. If you only use free stations, you’ll never be charged. (You can skip this step.)
- The installer will assist with connecting the app to your charger and to United Power.
ChargePoint Technical Support
For issues related to the ChargePoint Home Flex equipment. Available 24/7/365.
www.chargepoint.com/support
1-888-758-4389
United EV Program Support
For questions related to the United EV program. Available Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Email the Energy Programs Team
303-637-1233
- You must be a United Power member receiving permanent residential electric service.
- NEMA 14-50 outlet that accommodates the 12-inch tail of charging equipment. Outlet specifications.
- Wi-Fi connection available at charger location. How to check for Wi-Fi speed | Run Ookla Speed Test
- Agree to the terms in the United EV Program Agreement.