Electric Vehicles (EV)

RPU customers can receive a $500 Electric Vehicle rebate when they sign up for one of RPU’s Time-of-Use (TOU) rates. 

Residential Time-of-Use 

Customers with electric vehicles who sign up for RPU’s Residential TOU rate will receive a one-time $500 enrollment rebate and can benefit from charging during off-peak times. Scheduling electric vehicles to charge overnight or “off-peak” can save $150-$200 per year, based on driving 13,000 miles.  

• $500 enrollment rebate for the first qualifying EV and $150 for each additional qualifying EV 
• Charging can be scheduled during off-peak times (10 p.m.-8 a.m.) to reduce costs 
• No additional metering required
• Must remain on rate for one year 

This rate is best for: 

• Customers who can schedule their EV to charge overnight during off-peak times (10 p.m.-8 a.m.) 
• Customers who can shift some usage to off-peak times (e.g., time delay function on appliances) 
• Customers with all-electric or plug-in hybrid vehicles 

This rate is not ideal for: 

• Customers who will primarily charge their EVs during on-peak times (8am-10pm) 

Electric Vehicle Charging Time-of-Use

Customers may also choose to have their electric vehicle(s) metered separately and qualify for RPU’s EV Charging TOU rate. Additional metering infrastructure is required, making this a good option for new construction, homes with detached garages, or homes that require electrical infrastructure updates to support charging. Additional monthly meter fees apply. 

• $500 enrollment rebate for the first qualifying EV and $150 for each additional qualifying EV 
• Charging can be scheduled during off-peak times (10 p.m.-8 a.m.) to reduce costs 
• Must remain on rate for one year 

This rate is best for: 

• New construction homes 
• Installations that require significant electrical upgrades 

This rate is not ideal for: 

• Existing homes with adequate electrical capacity 
• Plug-in hybrids 

How are these Time-of-Use rates structured? 

On the Residential Time-of-Use rate, the day is split into three time periods with three different rates: 

• Super-Peak hours are between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. during weekdays. The energy used during this time costs the most of all the periods. The super-peak rate is higher in the summer.
• On-Peak hours are between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. and 10 p.m.  during weekdays.  Energy used during this time costs more than our standard residential rate.
• Off-Peak hours are between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. during weekdays and all day during the weekend and holidays. The energy used during this time costs less than the standard residential rate. 

On the EV Charging Time-of-Use rate, the day is split into two time periods with two different rates: 

• On-Peak hours are between 8 a.m. and 10 p.m. during weekdays. Energy used during this time costs more than our standard residential rate. The on-peak rate is also higher in the summer.
• Off-Peak hours are between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. during weekdays and all day during the weekend and holidays. The energy used during this time costs less than the standard residential rate. 

To learn more about our Time-of-Use rate, visit our RPU rates and fees page.

To apply for an Electric Vehicle rebate or to learn more about it, visit our RPU residential rebates page.

If you have further questions, you can reach us at rebates@rpu.org or 507-280-1537.