Transitioning to an Electric Vehicle can be a big decision. We want to help by offering programs that allow you to keep your EV charged and ready, while also helping to keep energy costs affordable. Our EV Program, SmartCharge, makes home charging simple by providing both a Level 2 home charger and easy to understand billing for your electric vehicle.
HOW IT WORKS
- Read over the details below for SmartCharge and SmartCharge+
- Consult the FAQ or contact us with any questions you might have.
- Sign up for the program that works for you!
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AVAILABLE PROGRAMS
Members with electric vehicles can choose to participate in one of our two SmartCharge programs.
If you need more information please contact us. We'd be happy to talk through the details of each program.
If you need more information please contact us. We'd be happy to talk through the details of each program.
| SMARTCHARGE | |
|---|---|
| What Is It | Your energy rate varies with time of day pricing when you charge your vehicle. Eau Claire Energy will provide the vehicle charger, installation, and lifetime maintenance on the charger. With this program you pay as you go for the energy you use, when you use it. |
| Program Available | Yes |
| Program Details | For $18 a month Eau Claire Energy will provide a Level 2 vehicle charger ($1,100 value) for use with your electric vehicle. You pay for all energy used when charging your vehicle, with pricing varying as stated in our time of use rate. Charging in the Overnight time period will save the most money but you can charge any time you need to. Additionally ECEC will provide warranty and support for the vehicle charger as well as access to charging data via a mobile app. |
| SMARTCHARGE+ | |
|---|---|
| What Is It | A simple flat rate program that allows off-peak charging from 9:00pm-5:00am. Eau Claire Energy will provide the vehicle charger, installation, and lifetime maintenance on the charger. This program is great for those that value the convenience of a simple flat fee each month. |
| Program Available | Yes |
| Program Details | For $35 a month Eau Claire Energy will provide a Level 2 vehicle charger ($1,100 value) and off-peak charging, up to 400kWh per month, from 9:00pm-5:00am each day. Energy used above 400kWh per month during the off-peak window will be billed at an additional $5.00 per 100kWh up to 1,000kWh. On-peak energy rates will apply if you want to charge your vehicle outside of this time - you are in control! Additionally ECEC will provide warranty and support for the vehicle charger as well as access to charging data via a mobile app. |
SmartCharge FAQs
Smart CHARGE requires use of the ECEC supplied charger. If you wish to use a different charger, please contact ECEC for alternative rate options.
$35 covers 400 kWh per month usage between 9pm – 5am. Usage over 400 kWh during this window will add an additional $5 for every additional 100 kWh used up to 1,000 kWh total.
Eau Claire Energy Cooperative will complete the final hook up, mount the Level 2 charger and confirm operation. Any additional circuit wiring, panel or service upgrades are the responsibility of the member/property owner.
A licensed electrician is required to perform this type of service. If you aren’t sure where to start, please contact ECEC for referrals.
A Level 2 charger can be installed in a rental with written permission of the property owner.
The charger has a lifetime warranty included with the subscription price.
ECEC is available during business hours, as well as 24/7 support available via the 800 number on your charger.
For the SmartCharge+ program you can use the charger whenever you would like. Any charging done outside of 9pm – 5am will be billed at an on-peak rate.
Members with member-owned or community solar should contact ECEC prior to charger installation to discuss your options.
No, Eau Claire Energy owns the charging equipment. If you are moving, please contact Eau Claire Energy Cooperative. We will remove the charger from your current location and, if you’re moving to a different address in our service territory, install the charger at your new home. If you are moving outside of ECEC’s service territory, contact your new utility to see if they have an EV charging program.
ECEC has a number of different EV charging programs. Contact us and we will help you find the program that’s right for you!
SmartCharge is completely pay as you go and can handle multiple vehicles with one charger. The SmartCharge+ program can cover multiple vehicles but there is an additional $5 per 100 kWh used over the included 400 kWh of off peak charging.
All electric or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) qualify for this program. If you are unsure, please contact ECEC to determine your vehicle’s eligibility.
Information about our chargers can be found at www.charge.coop.
The 60-amp charger is capable of 11.5 kW charging rates vs. the 40-amp charger at 7.7 kW. Both chargers can charge a depleted battery to 80% within 5 – 8 hours. Charge rate capabilities vary by vehicle. Please check with your vehicle owner’s manual for more information.
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