516-837-3459Revolutionize your EV charging
Integrating solar power with EV charging systems offers an eco-friendly and cost-effective solution to power electric vehicles at home. Driving an EV and charging at home charging also reduces reliance on fossil fuels, and the cost of installing a solar EV charging station can be offset by savings on your electric bill.
Supercharge your savings
Charging an EV costs less than fueling a car with gasoline, especially when run on solar, and is made even more affordable through generous incentives.
Smart + sustainable charging
EVs reduce harmful emissions when compared to gas-powered cars. Boost your environmental impact when you charge your vehicle with clean, renewable solar energy.
Gain energy independence
Using solar to charge your EV at home puts you in control and reduces your dependence both on the grid and traditional fossil fuels.
Maximum Savings + Convenience
Pair solar + EV charging
Drive with peace of mind after you pair your solar system with an EV charging station for maximum savings and energy efficiency. Using the power generated by your solar system, you can fully charge your EV within hours and save upwards of $1,000 a year compared to fueling a gas-powered car.
EV Charging 101
How long does it take to charge an EV?
No matter your car's make or model, there's a variety of charging options to fit your lifestyle. From overnight charging with Level 1 to rapid top-ups with Level 3 stations, there's a solution for every driver. Buckle up and get ready to experience the electric revolution – one mile at a time!
| CHARGER TYPE | TIME TO CHARGE | DISTANCE ADDED PER HOUR |
|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | 8-16 Hours | 4 Miles per Hour |
| Level 2 | 6-8 Hours | 20-30 Miles per Hour |
| Level 3 | 20-45 Minutes | 40-50 Miles per Hour |
| V3 | 20 Minutes | 1,000 Miles per Hour |
Fast, affordable, convenient charging
Gain control over rising fuel costs and charge from the convenience of your home.
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Home EV Charger Packages
Explore your options and choose the package that works best based on your car model and lifestyle. Unsure what makes the most sense for you? We're here to help.
PACKAGE 1
Basic
Includes 14-50 receptacle/50 amp breaker combo with 60 amp wire plus electrical certificate
- Ideal for 40 amp (or less) continuous charge rate
- May not be optimal for your specific car/ needs
- Provides option to upgrade to custom package (note that chargers available may cap at 32 amps, depending on model)
PACKAGE 2
Preferred
Includes 60 amp wire, 60 amp breaker, installation of EmPower-supplied EV charger, plus electrical certificate
- Ideal for level 2 charging at the full 48 amp continuous output
- Standard Tesla Universal General charger supplied
PACKAGE 3
Custom
Includes installation of customer-supplied EV charger plus electrical certificate
- Customer to supply brand/specs of charger pre quote
- Customer to pre-purchase and confirm charger is received/on site before confirming installation date
- Recommended option to provide fastest recharge
INCENTIVES FOR EV CHARGING
Take charge of your EV savings
Just like with solar, there are substantial incentives available to you as an EV owner. By choosing to power up at home, you could receive a 30% federal tax credit to use toward the purchase and installation of a home EV charger. Local utilities also often offer incentives, like PSEG Long Island's $200 rebate. We'll help you discover these extra savings.
WHAT THEY'RE SAYING
Testimonials
"I highly recommend EmPower Solar"
I interviewed 4 companies before choosing Empower. Pricing was competitive and clear. Product quality and warranty is good as well. However, what they crushed is customer service. The crew who actually installed my panels and EV Chargepoint was A+.
"I am thrilled to be up and running."
They were organized, efficient and friendly. They took excellent care of our property and made sure they complied with our requests. Loved the experience and looking forward to using our EV charger and some sunny days in order to get the most out of our panels.
"EmPower really just went above and beyond"
The panels have been so efficient that I now produce more electricity than I consumed, so I decided to purchase an electric car to charge at home. EmPower was great to work with and they took care of everything from start to finish.
"How Our System Powers Two Chevy Volts"
We love our system. I charge my two Chevy Volts from the system's output so my actual usage of electricity is low and consumption of gasoline is virtually nil. Thank you Empower for your expertise and quality work.
"EmPower's Excellence from Planning to Installation"
Panels are excellent and the EmPower crew did a great job from initial planning through permits and installation. I'm also loving running my electric car on the electricity generated by the system.
"A Team That Truly Cares About Your Home"
Installation was as smooth as possible. You can tell they care about the work and product. It's always a pleasure having people work on your home who care about it just as much as you do!
Calculate your savings
Use NYSERDA’s calculator to compare an EV with a gas-powered vehicle of your choice and learn more about how cost-effective EVs charged with solar power can be.
DownloadFAQs
Electric cars use electricity stored in a battery pack to power the electric motor. Since battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are run entirely on electricity, they are also called all-electric vehicles. While electric vehicles don’t produce tailpipe pollution, the electricity they use could be produced from a coal- or gas-powered power plant.
UCSUSA research shows that battery electric cars that charge off the gas-dominated grid still produce less pollution than their gas-powered counterparts, while BEVs powered by renewable energy sources are virtually emission free. To find out how you can pair your electric vehicle to a solar panel system and be completely energy independent, call us at 516-837-3459.
An electric car charging station starts around $499, with installation costs between $300-$1,000 depending on the charger and electrical upgrades required. ClipperCreek, Leviton, Bosch, ChargePoint, eMotoWerks, Delta, and Siemens offer home charging stations. NYS and PSEGLI have incentives for charging stations. The current PSEGLI rebate is $500- about half the cost of an installed charger!
This depends on the range and capacity of your electric vehicle’s battery, as well as your home’s viability for solar panels. A typical homeowner driving 12,000 miles a year will need about 3,500 kWh a year to power their vehicle, equivalent to a 2-5kWh solar system depending on how much sun their house gets. This amount of power could be generated by 5-12 solar panels. Our team of experts can help you determine the exact amount depending on your vehicle.
Electricity costs 21 cents/kWh at your home if you live on Long Island or New York City. With solar panels you could pay as low as 8 cents/kWh, taking into account the levelized cost of energy. Charging at a public station could cost up to twice as much as home with all-in rates of up to 50 cents/kWh or more due to hourly rates/charge fees.
| EV charging at a public station | $0.29 – $0.79/kWh |
| EV charging at home without solar panels | $0.21/kWh |
| EV charging with home solar panels | $0.08 – $0.15 cents/kWh LcOE |
There is a federal tax credit for $2,500-$7,500 per new EV purchase, lowering the upfront cost of buying the vehicle. New York’s Charge NY initiative offers a Drive Clean Rebate of up to $2,000 for new car purchases or leases. E-ZPass offers a special 10% discount to Hybrid vehicles getting at least 45 to the gallon and meeting super ultra-low emissions vehicle (SULEV) standards. Visit e- zpassny.com for a list of eligible EVs.
Workplace charging provides a reliable opportunity for commuters to own and drive EVs without worrying about the hassle of finding public charging stations.
Step 1: Employer executes ChargePoint host site rebate agreement
Step 2: Employer executes Charge to Work NY Employer Participation Agreement, has low-cost EV charging stations installed at the workplace.
Step 3: Employees execute Charge to Work NY Employee Participation Agreement, receive vehicle rebates upon purchase/lease of EV
