Resources and Incentives
for EV Ownership
There are several incentives offered for those who opt to own an EV or install electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). Listed on this page are the current organizations and programs offering monetary incentive programs across Maine.
Utility Provider Incentives
Versant Power has expanded certain rates and created new rates to offer savings for customers using electric vehicles. The new and/or expanded rates will encourage electricity use during periods of lower demand and aim to help customers save money.
Home Eco Rate – (Bangor Hydro District)
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Time of use rate available for electric vehicle charging and/or battery storage.
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This is the same as Versant's residential service rate time-of-use, but adds electric vehicle charging and electric battery storage.
Business Eco Rate – (Maine Public District and Bangor Hydro District)
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This rate is for commercial Level 2 electric vehicle charging and battery storage.
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This is the same as the Maine Public District’s General Service and the Bangor Hydro District General Service with a 50kW cap.
Home Eco Rate with Bonus Meter – (Bangor Hydro District)
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This rate is the same as residential electric thermal storage, but adds separately metered EV charging and/or storage.
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Payment is required for second meter installation, but there are no separate minimum monthly charges for a second meter.
DC Fast Charging and Storage Eco Rate – (Bangor Hydro District)
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This rate is for Level 3+ (fast) EV charging and battery storage.
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Payment is required for second meter installation, but there are no separate minimum monthly charges for a second meter.
Vehicle Incentives
The Federal Budget Bill passed in July ended the New Clean Vehicle Credit, Previously Owned Clean Vehicle Credit, and the Qualified Commercial Clean Vehicle Credit as of September 30th, 2025.
You may be eligible to claim credit if your vehicle was placed in service before September 30th, 2025.
Electric Vehicle Incentives for Low-Income Mainers
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Efficiency Maine offers incentives up to $7,500 for qualified low-income Mainers when purchasing a Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) paired with an off-peak charger.
Infrastructure Incentives
Buyers have until June 30, 2026 to take advantage of Federal Tax Credits available for alternative fuel or electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
Alternative Fuel Vehicle Refueling Property Credit
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Installation of EV charging equipment in a home or business by June 30, 2026 may be eligible for credit.
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For home installation, the credit is 30% of the combined cost of installation (charging equipment and related materials), with a maximum of $1,000 per item.
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The property must be located in an eligible census tract and be placed in service by the program deadline.
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For business installation, the credit is 6% of the combined cost of installation, with a maximum of $100,000 per item.
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More details and information here.
Efficiency Maine is offering a $300 instant discount on Emporia-brand, off-peak chargers. The discounted charger operates normally during off-peak hours and automatically pauses charging during peak hours (5:00 to 9:00 p.m. weekdays), with available override. Discount codes are available upon request from Efficiency Maine's website.