Electric Transportation and Charging Programs
Partner with us to: install Level 2 or direct current fast charging (“DCFC”) stations; take advantage of a distribution demand discount for publicly-accessible DCFC stations; or participate in a fleet electrification study.
The Programs
We can help you save money by defraying the cost to install the charging stations, funding 100% of the electrical infrastructure for approved projects and rebates for some charging station equipment installations.
By providing charging stations, you will be positioned at the top of the pack, as a leader committed to both environmental sustainability and your customers, employees and tenants.
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- We help you with costs by funding, for approved projects, up to 100 percent of the electrical infrastructure and charging station equipment costs.
- We help you select charging station equipment by providing a list of qualified Level 2 and DCFC charging station equipment for you to choose from
- We help you distinguish your company as an environmental sustainability leader in your community, with customers, and with your employees and tenants.
- We help you support Rhode Island clean air goals.
For more information:
- Program Brochure: provides the Program’s four-step process
- Qualified Charging Station (EVSE) List: lists which stations qualify for the program
- Program Application Form: documents the proposed project, including our financial commitment
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Publicly Accessible DCFC Incentive: Review funding opportunities with combined incentives from National Grid and Electrify Rhode Island.
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Public Transit Locations: Install stations near public transit locations and save.
- Corporate Light Duty Fleet Customers: Learn about the benefits and savings of fleet electrification.
Or contact us with any questions.
Contact us to determine if your publicly-accessible DCFC stations are eligible for a credit set at the same rate as the distribution demand charge. This is a time-limited discount, available on a first come, first served basis.
For more information:
- Program Brochure: Provides program and discount details
- Enrollment Form: Please complete and submit to apply for this limited time discount
- Discount Pilot for DCFC Stations: Provides summary of the calculation of the discount for the Rhode Island Discount Pilot for DCFC stations.
Contact us to discuss this service to support electrification of customer fleets. This offering is limited to a total of approximately 12 fleet operators in Rhode Island, including corporate light-duty, government light/medium/heavy-duty, public transit, and municipal school buses.
For more information:
Data as of 1/7/2021
Contact us for more information or questions.
Level 2 EV Charging Station Program Segments and Availability
| Sector | Ports Goal | In Development | Approved | Activated | Waitlist | Percent to Goal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corporate light-duty fleet | 24 | 0 | 6 | 2 | 33% | |
| Government light-duty fleet | 24 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 100% | |
| Public transit stations | 60 | 0 | 6 | 33 | 65% | |
| Environmental Justice | 36 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 100% | |
| MUD | 36 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 8 | 100% |
| Workplaces | 140 | 0 | 0 | 140 | 86 | 100% |
| Total L2 Ports | 320 | 0 | 12 | 271 | 94 | 88% |
DCFC EV charging Station Program Segments and Availability
| Sector | Ports Goal | In Development | Approved | Activated | Waitlist | Percent to Goal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal school buses | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Other heavy-duty (port, airport) | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 100% | |
| Rideshare company charging hub | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0% | |
| Public transit buses | 10 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 100% |
| Public DCFC | 20 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 70% | |
| Total DCFC Ports | 46 | 22 | 3 | 7 | 70% |
National Grid is committed to helping Rhode Island meet its greenhouse gas emissions goals and providing healthier modes of transportation. Electrifying school buses can contribute to reaching these goals.Compared to diesel buses, electric buses have approximately 3X fewer emissions and have lower operating and maintenance costs. National Grid's Electric Vehicle Charging Station Program can help by funding by funding 100% of electric infrastructure and installation costs + 75% of the charging station equipment costs for electric bus charging stations.
For more information
Charging Station Program
Program Application
Qualified Charging Station (EVSE) List
Marketing Brochure
DCFC Distribution Demand Discount Program
Fleet Electrification Study
Now accepting proposals from vendors experienced with charging station assessments and installations.
Experienced vendors should submit information on three to five charging station projects including references. Or contact us for more information.