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Administered through the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality’s Texas Emissions Reduction Plan, this statewide rebate provides an incentive to persons who purchase or lease an eligible new light-duty motor vehicle powered by electric drive (both plug-in or plug-in hybrid). Applications will be awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until 2000 rebates are awarded, or the final deadline of January 7, 2021, whichever comes first.
Federal
Tax credit for the purchase of a new qualified PEV. Credit amount ranges from $2,500 up to $7,500 based on each vehicle’s traction battery capacity and gross vehicle weight rating.
Infrastructure Incentives:
Tesla Workplace & Destination Charging Program
Tesla is subsidizing the cost of free Tesla charging stations (and some universal charging stations) to certain workplaces and other eligible locations.
Tesla is looking for employers with employees who currently own or are interested in owning a Tesla.
Tesla is partnering with businesses that serve customers who own a Tesla.
Denton Municipal Electric Offering EV Incentives
The City of Denton, through DME, is offering a rebate of $300 for the purchase of a plug-in electric vehicle. Customers looking to take advantage of the program must submit an application with proof of purchase, proof of registration and a registration address that is within the City’s electric utility service territory.
Read the manual and access the EV rebate application here.
United Cooperative Services Offers EV Charger Incentives
United Cooperative Services is offering customers up to a 50% incentive or $500 on a level 2 (240 V) EV charger. The Equipment must be new installation, sign up for to receive “Beat the Peak” notifications via text messages, and charging equipment must be set for delayed charge to avoid charging during peak hours.
More information and how to apply for this rebate here.
Texas Emissions Reduction Plan: Alternative Fueling Facilities Program
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality has up to $12 million in grants available for the construction of new alternative fueling facilities or the expansion of existing facilities to provide new services or fueling capacity. Both level 2 and DC Fast charging stations can receive up to 50% funding. Projects that are open to the public will be considered for funding before private facilities.
Application Deadline: March 18, 2020.
Who Are We?
Electric Vehicles North Texas (EVNT) is the Electric Fuel Subcommittee of DFWCC. Comprised of stakeholders, including city staff, fleet managers/representatives, electric vehicle (EV) industry representatives, and passionate EV owners. EVNT strives to educate interested parties in electric vehicle technology. Want to be added to our email distribution list? Sign up for emails here!
What Do We Do?
EVNT provides resources, data, and networking opportunities in order to reduce barriers to EV adoption and EV supply equipment (EVSE) installation in the North Texas Region. We also plan the largest gathering of EVs in Texas at the DFW National Drive Electric Week celebration and make critical connections with others interested in supporting EVs.
EVNT Data and Fact Sheets
View Full Screen Version of EV Historic Trend Report Here
EV Basics Fact Sheet - Concisely answers the most common questions about EVs.
EV Economics Fact Sheet - Addresses some frequent questions about the economics of EV ownership and the impact of EVs on the local economy.
EVSE Gap Analysis - Map identifying existing EVSE locations, cities without EVSE, and highlighting land uses within those cities with potential for public EVSE installations. Higher resolution versions of this map can be generated for specific cities/areas on request!
Resources
The majority of charging takes place at home, overnight. However, being able to charge while working during the day (when the car is otherwise simply parked) significantly increases the viability of EV ownership by extending the usable range for after-work errands and other trips. Learn more about workplace charging, charging management and installation, and how to engage employees on the benefits of driving electric!
Alternative Fuels Data Center - The Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC) provides information, data, and tools to help fleets and other transportation decision makers find ways to reduce petroleum consumption through the use of alternative and renewable fuels, advanced vehicles, and other fuel-saving measures. Here are some of the EV-related tools available through the site.
Well to Wheels Emissions Calculator
EV/EVSE Incentives (Owners and Fleet)
Qualified PEV Motor Vehicle Tax Credit
AirCheckTexas Drive a Clean Machine Program
Information about EV-Ready Construction Codes (coming soon)
EV Charging for Multi-Family Residential Properties (coming soon)
Plug-in America, in addition to being a non-profit, supporter-driven EV advocacy group, is also the national organizing body of National Drive Electric Week celebrated annually during September.
Used Electric Car Buyers' Guide
Past Meeting Agendas, Presentations, and Summaries:
2017
EV Infrastructure Workshop | November 2nd
