The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) provides grants through the It Pay$ to Plug In: New Jersey’s Electric Vehicle Workplace Charging Grant Program (Program) for EV charger installation. Grants are available in the following amounts:
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EV Charging Station Type
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Maximum Rebate Amount per Port
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Maximum Number of Eligible EV Charging Ports per Location
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Level 1
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$750
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5
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Level 2
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$4,000
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20
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Grants are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible EV chargers must be located at workplaces, government agencies, non-profits, or multifamily housing. The Program is part of New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan. For more information, including application and eligibility requirements, see the NJDEP It Pay$ to Plug In website.
Eligibility: Commercial, Government or Public, Residential
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities’ (NJBPU) MHD EV Charging Program offers grants for the purchase and installation of eligible direct current (DC) fast chargers for community and private fleet charging. Grants of up to $25,000 are available per DC fast charger, with a maximum award of $225,000 for community charging and $175,000 for private fleet charging. Community charging programs must be located or operated within overburdened communities to qualify. This program is funded by Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) proceeds. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Program website.
Eligibility: Commercial, Government or Public
The New Jersey Zero Emission Incentive Program (NJ ZIP) will pilot a voucher program for the purchase of new MHD ZEVs registered in New Jersey. Eligible applicants include commercial, industrial, or institutional organizations. Vouchers are available for up to 100% of MHD ZEV purchase prices, and are based on gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR):
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GVWR
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Vehicle Class
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Amount
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8,501 - 10,000 pounds (lbs.)
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Class 2b
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$20,000
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10,0001 - 14,000 lbs.
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Class 3
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$50,000
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14,001 - 16,000 lbs.
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Class 4
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$65,000
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16,001 - 19,500 lbs.
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Class 5
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$75,000
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19,501 - 26,000 lbs.
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Class 6
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$90,000
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26,001 - 33,000 lbs.
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Class 7
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$135,000
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33,001+ lbs.
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Class 8
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$175,000
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Applicants may receive a maximum of $3,000,000 in vouchers. Vehicles must be purchased through qualified vendors. Additional funding is available to applicants located in environmental justice communities. This program is funded by Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative proceeds. For more information, including eligibility requirements, see the NJ ZIP Program website.
(Reference New Jersey Administrative Code 7:27D)
Eligibility: Commercial, Government or Public
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities’ (NJBPU) MFH EV Charger Incentive Program offers grants to MFH owners of up to $4,000 for the purchase and installation of eligible, dual-port Level 2 EV chargers. MFH developments in overburdened municipalities are eligible for grants of up to $6,000. For more information, including how to apply, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Program website.
Eligibility: Residential
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities’ (NJBPU) EV Tourism Program offers grants to local businesses and municipalities for the purchase of up to six Level 2 and two direct current (DC) fast chargers for installation at New Jersey tourism sites and landmarks. Level 2 EV charging stations are eligible for grants of up to $5,000, and DC fast chargers are eligible for grants of up to $50,000. Eligible sites include boardwalks, parks, attractions, and overnight lodging establishments. For more information, including eligibility criteria and funding availability, see the NJBPU EV Incentive Program website.
Eligibility: Commercial, Government or Public
