Public Utility Definition

An entity that operates an electric vehicle (EV) charger is not considered a public utility. Electricity must be procured from authorized electric utility, and the EV chargers must be immobile. Authorized utilities may charge for infrastructure supporting these EV charging stations. Utilities offering direct-current-fast-charging (DCFC) services must provide fair and nondiscriminatory rates to all operators. Exemptions apply.

(Reference Senate Bill 275, 2025 and South Carolina Code of Laws 58-27-1060)