Electric Vehicle Demand Response Program
Enhance grid sustainability
Use your electric vehicle or electric vehicle charging device to make the grid more sustainable and earn additional incentives by joining our electric vehicle demand response program.
How the demand response program works
With the summer heat, it's important to reduce stress on the grid when possible. ConnectedSolutions uses electric vehicles to reduce peak energy use, decrease air pollution, and lower electricity costs. Earn a $50 instant incentive and a $20 annual incentive for each EV or EV charger enrolled in the program.
You can participate in this program by installing an electric vehicle charger or using your electric vehicle.
Program schedule
During the summer, electric vehicles will be called:
- June - September
- 3 pm - 8 pm
- No more than 60 times
- A maximum of 3 hours per event
You can opt out of a peak event at any time by changing your EV or EV charger settings. If the program is not a good fit for you, you may disenroll the following year.
Approved EVs and EV chargers
| Provider | Approved electric vehicle or EV charger |
|---|---|
| Tesla | All 2014+ EV models |
| ChargePoint | CPH50; CPH25; CPH18 - All sub models of the CPH50 are eligible |
| Emporia | Emporia Smart EV Charger – EMEVSE1 (white); EMEVSE1-B (black) |
| EvoCharge | iEVSE Home 32; iEVSE Home 40; EvoCharge Home 50 |
| Wallbox | Wallbox Pulsar Plus home charger |
If your vehicle’s make and model is not on the approved list above, you can still participate through a qualified EV charger. Conversely, if you purchase and install a qualified EV charger, the list of vehicles above does not apply. Some vehicle manufacturers require a subscription to use the telematics capabilities of the vehicle. Be aware of these fees before enrolling.
Approved EV and EV chargers supported by the program may expand.
Enroll your EV or EV charger now!
Visit Charging Rewards to enroll your electric vehicle or EV charger today.
Can I still participate if my EV charger doesn't qualify for the program?
Yes! You can participate with an approved EV charger. If you don’t have one yet, the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources, in partnership with the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank, offers rebates through the PowerUpRI program. This initiative helps Rhode Island residents install EV chargers at home. Learn more at PowerUpRi.