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Ethanol Labeling Requirement

Any motor vehicle fuel sold at retail containing more than 1% ethanol or methanol must be labeled according to Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection specifications to indicate the percentage of ethanol in the fuel. (Reference Connecticut General Statutes 16a-15)

Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Propane Tax

CNG and propane used in motor vehicles is subject to a state motor fuel tax rate of $0.26 per gasoline gallon equivalent (GGE). For taxation purposes, one GGE is equal to 123.57 standard cubic feet of natural gas and 35.97 cubic feet of propane. For more information, see the Connecticut Department of Revenue Services Special Notice website. (Reference Connecticut General Statutes 12-458)

Public Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Requirements

Owners and operators of public EVSE that require payment must allow multiple payment options that allow access by the public. In addition, payment should not require users to pay a subscription fee or obtain a membership of any kind, however payment required may be based on price schedules for such memberships. Owners and operators can impose restrictions on the amount of time a vehicle can use the EVSE.

Public Utility Definition

An owner of an electric vehicle charging station is not defined as a public utility. (Reference Connecticut General Statutes 16-19ggg)

Loans for Residential Charging or Natural Gas Fueling Infrastructure

The Connecticut Green Bank offers Smart-E low-interest loans for Connecticut PEV drivers to purchase Level 2 and DC fast electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) or natural gas vehicle fueling equipment. To qualify, applicants must own and occupy the residence at which the EVSE or fueling equipment will be installed. For more information, see the Connecticut Green Bank Smart-E Loans website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) and EV Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebates - Groton Utilities

Groton Utilities offers a limited number of $2,000 rebates for the purchase of a new PEV and $1,000 rebates for the lease of a new PEV. Customers may also be eligible for a $600 rebate for the installation of a qualifying Level 2 EVSE. For more information, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the Groton Utilities Electric Vehicle Rebate Program website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) and EV Supply Equipment (EVSE) Rebates - Norwich Public Utilities

Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) offers eligible customers rebates for the purchase or lease of a new or used PEV and the purchase and installation of qualified EVSE. Rebates are offered in the following amounts:

For more information, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the NPU Electric Vehicle and Charging Rebate Program website.

Public Plug-In Electric Vehicle Charging Rate Pilot Program - Eversource

Eversource offers a voluntary rate program for public, separately metered, Level 2 or direct current (DC) fast electric vehicle supply equipment. Eligibility for this rate is subject to the review and approval of Eversource. For more information, visit the Electric Vehicle Rebate Program website.

Plug-In Electric Vehicle (PEV) Deployment Goal

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) released the Electric Vehicle Roadmap for Connecticut (Roadmap), a framework to accelerate PEV adoption. The Roadmap sets a state goal for 20% of the statewide light-duty fleet, or 500,000 vehicles, to be PEVs by 2030. The Roadmap complements strategies identified in the Zero Emission Vehicle Deployment Support, including fleet electrification, expanding electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) infrastructure, establishing EVSE interoperability criteria, minimizing grid impacts, advancing building codes, streamlining permitting requirements, leveraging incentives, and increasing education and outreach. For more information, see the DEEP Roadmap website.