Did you know that you can use the power in your EV battery to power your home when needed? For example, a Ford F-150 Lightning that has an 80% starting charge can power an entire home for two days without completely draining the vehicle’s battery.
PG&E’s new Vehicle-to-Everything pilot program provides incentives for residential customers to purchase certain models of EVs and charging stations. These charging stations will enable vehicle-to-home charging.
Incentives Available
- $2,500 upfront ($3,000 for customers in Disadvantaged Communities)
- Up to $2,175 additional for performance
Eligibility
- Residential customers that have a standard split-phase 240v electrical service and one of the eligible vehicles/chargers.
- Enrollment in customer group A,5 Vehicle-Grid Integrations of the Emergency Load Reduction Program (ELRP) is required and offers additional incentives.
Eligible Vehicles and Chargers
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Ford Charger:
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Chevy/Cadillac/GMC Charger:
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Getting started
If you are considering purchasing a qualifying EV and charging station, follow these steps:
- Download the application checklist (PDF) to find everything you need to enroll.
- Before you buy anything, use this key question guide (PDF) to discuss your home’s readiness for V2H with an electrician.
Q&A
What happens if I need an electric panel or service upgrade?
If an electrician confirms you need a panel upgrade for your chosen EV charging station, you will need to contact PG&E to submit a change-of-service application. Form 79-1095 (PDF) allows you to grant authorization for the electrician to submit the application on your behalf. Change-of-service applications can be completed through PG&E’s Customer Service Call Center at 1-877-743-7782.
You will need to include this information in your application:
- Rate option: Choose the rate you’ll use to charge your EV.
- Charging load: Load amount from your EV supply equipment (EVSE). This is based on the charging system’s voltage and amperage. An electrician can help you determine this information.
- This application will help PG&E’s Express Connections expedite your change of service.
- Turnaround time for completed panel upgrades is dependent on the customer, who will be asked to provide pictures of the project area.
How much do the V2H pilot incentives offset the costs for bidirectional technology?
The upfront incentives were designed to offset the estimated extra cost of a bidirectional charger. The performance-based incentives and enrollment in the Emergency Load Reduction Program can provide additional savings.
How much does it cost to connect my bidirectional electric vehicle system to the PG&E grid?
The following interconnection fees will apply:
- Interconnection Request Fee: $800
- Supplemental Review Fee (if project fails Initial Review): $2,500
Do I need to be enrolled in a specific rate to be eligible to participate?
For residential customers, you must be on the E-ELEC or EV2A time-of-use (Time-of-Use) rates listed below. If you have questions about changing your rate, contact PG&E customer service at 1-877-743-7782.
What if I also have rooftop solar or other renewable technology on the Solar Billing Plan?
Customers with an existing solar plan can install a bidirectional EV. However, you will not receive solar credits for export from the vehicle.