Driving Into the Future: Georgia EV Tax Credits & Charging Incentives

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Georgia Electric Vehicle Tax Credit, Rebates and Incentives

Georgia EV Charger Rebates

EV Charging Rates in Georgia

Georgia has become a key player in the push for electric vehicles (EVs), offering a range of tax credits and incentives to help residents make the switch to cleaner transportation. From substantial tax breaks for purchasing new electric vehicles to rebates for installing home charging stations, Georgia’s incentives are designed to reduce the financial barriers of going green. In this blog, we’ll dive into the details of Georgia’s EV tax credits and charging programs, outlining how you can save money while contributing to a more sustainable future. Ready to drive cleaner and save? Let’s explore what Georgia has to offer.

Georgia Electric Vehicle Tax Credit, Rebates and Incentives

While there are currently no state-level EV tax credits or rebates, Georgia residents benefit from a strong private sector driving the rise of electrification with key programs to help alleviate the cost of going electric.

Additionally, with savings offered by local utilities and various incentives offered by the state (such as savings on the purchase of an EV charger), as well as EV driving allowances offered by the state, there are plenty of reasons to buy an EV in Georgia.

HOV and HOT Lane Exemptions

As an EV owner, you can save time and money by using the High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes on the highway, no matter how many passengers you have in your vehicle. Plus, with a PeachPass, you can use the High Occupancy Toll (HOT) lanes for free.

Utility Rebates for Electric Cars in Georgia

Three Georgia utilities are offering EV incentives in the form of bill credits, making it easier for you to save on your EV purchase.

The Carroll Electric Membership Cooperative offers a Drive Free for a Year program. You can qualify for the program by purchasing a new battery electric vehicle (BEV) and receive a $30 energy credit each month during the first year of EV ownership, totaling of $360 in energy savings for the year.

The Snapping Shoals EMC offers a similar EV incentive. The program is available for new EV purchases and leases and provides a $30 monthly credit, intended to cover the cost of charging your EV during the first year of ownership.

Tri-County EMC residential customers can also take advantage of similar incentives by qualifying for the EV365 program, which provides a $30 monthly bill credit during the first year of EV ownership.

Georgia EV Charger Rebates

Georgia Utility Rebates for Level 2 EV Chargers & Installation

With 2.5 million customers, Georgia Power Company (GPC) is the largest energy provider in the state. If you're a residential customer of the utility, you can receive up to $150 for a Level 2 charger, either by purchasing a charger directly from the GPC website or submitting proof of purchase. Additionally, while GPC offers EV charging rates, registration is not required to take advantage of the Georgia EV rebate.

The Carroll EMC offers a $250 rebate to help reduce the Level 2 EV charger installation cost. Note that you’ll have to enroll in the utility's Drive Free for a Year program to qualify, which saves you a total of $610.

If you are a Cobb EMC customer, you may qualify for a $250 rebate on the purchase of a new Level 2 EV charger if you choose an Energy Star-certified model with connected features. If you apply for this rebate, you will be automatically enrolled in the utility's EV charging program.

With the Coweta-Fayetteville EMC, you can earn $100 toward a Level 2 EV charger for at-home charging.

For those planning a new residential construction project, Diverse Power is offering a $50 rebate for each NIMA 14-30 or 14-50 outlet to help you build an EV-ready home.

The GreyStone Power Corporation is supporting electrification through a program that offers a $250 Georgia EV charger rebate for installing a Level 2 charger for at-home EV charging.

Jackson EMC has a similar program that offers a $250 rebate for the installation of a home Level 2 EV charger when you complete the utility's application form.

For Sawnee EMC residential customers, a $200 rebate is available for Level 2 chargers. You must be enrolled in the utility's plug-in vehicle rate for at least one year to qualify for this rebate.

Snapping Shoals EMC is another Georgia utility that offers a $250 rebate for Level 2 EV chargers.

As a customer of Sumter EMC, you can get a $250 rebate on Level 2 chargers to save on the upfront cost of charging your EV at home.

Tri-County EMC offers a rebate program that saves $250 on Level 2 EV chargers.

The city of LaGrange is currently the only MEAG public power community that offers a Georgia EV incentive. The program offers a $250 rebate on a Level 2 charger for residential use

Electric Vehicle Charging Station Tax Credit for Businesses

Business entities can apply for a tax credit of up to $2,500 (as much as 10%) to cover a portion of the cost of EV charger installation. The credit applies to Level 2 and DC Fast charging stations.

Non-Residential Utility Rebate Programs for EV Charging Stations

Business owners can save money on EV charging programs by taking advantage of three EV incentives in Georgia.

The first is offered by the Georgia Power Company, Georgia's largest utility provider. The program uses a tiered structure to determine the amount of the Georgia EV rebates. If your business installs 5 or fewer Level 2 chargers, you can receive up to $2,000 for the entire program, capped at $50 per kWh.

For commercial EV charging installation projects with 6 or more Level 2 chargers, there is a Georgia Power EV charger rebate of $250 per kWh, with a limit of $20,000 per project and $40,000 per year. Additionally, if you are installing one or more DC Fast Chargers, your business can qualify for a rebate of $100 per kWh, up to $20,000 for the entire project and $40,000 a year.

The Cobb EMC offers another non-residential EV charger rebate program. Businesses can apply for grants ranging from $500 to $5,000, depending on the size of the project and available funds. Please note that your charging project must be publicly available to qualify for this rebate program.

In addition, if you are a commercial customer of the Sumter EMC, a $500 rebate per charger is available for Level 2 and DC Fast Charging.

EV Charging Rates in Georgia

Nine Georgia utilities offer time-of-use programs, which means you'll pay a lower rate if you shift your energy consumption to off-peak hours, which can help you save more on EV charging costs by plugging in at night or when electric demand is low.

The Georgia Power Company offers two options for residential customers. You can enroll in the utility's time-of-use plan and pay $0.137 per kWh during on-peak hours from 2 to 7 p.m. on weekdays, or an off-peak rate of $0.0146 per kWh when demand is higher. Keep in mind that charging during peak hours can result in additional costs and you'll pay a demand charge of up to $11.70 per kWh, so it's important to stagger your electricity usage.

The Overnight Advantage plan is another incentive designed by Georgia Power for EV owners. This billing structure waves demand charges in exchange for a slightly higher per-kWh rate. Under the program, you'll pay $0.286 per kWh during on-peak hours, $0.096 per off-peak kWh, and only $0.021 per kWh during the super-off-peak hours from 11 p.m. to 7 a.m.

The Georgia Power Company offers a variety of commercial time-of-use plans depending on the size of the business. For medium businesses, the on-peak rate is $0.237 per kWh and the off-peak rate is $0.059 per kWh.

For small businesses, the on-peak rate is $0.236 per kWh and the off-peak rate is $0.1118 per kWh that drops to $0.042 per kWh for consumption over 1,500 kWh from October through May, which can unlock additional savings for fleet charging.

The Coastal Electric Cooperative offers a time-of-use program at a rate of $0.20 per kWh during on-peak hours and only $0.05 per kWh during the super off-peak hours from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., which means that nighttime charging can help you save up to 75% on your vehicle's fueling needs!

As a residential customer of Cobb EMC, you can enroll in the utility's NiteFlex program and receive up to 400 kWh of free energy per month. Once enrolled in the program, the first 400 kWh you use between midnight and 6 a.m. are free - after that you’ll have to pay $0.05 per kWh. The program also includes an off-peak rate of $0.075 between 6 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 9 p.m. to midnight.

Commercial customers can sign up for the Cobb EMC pilot program for EV charging and by shifting charging to off-peak hours, your business can reduce the cost of EV charging by around 33%.

Coweta-Fayeteville EMC offers a time-of-use program with a super off-peak rate as low as $0.065 per kWh. During off-peak hours, you'll pay $0.095 per kWh; if you charge your EV during on-peak hours, you'll pay $0.30 per kWh.

The utility also has a tiered system for commercial electric rates, which means the more energy you use, the more you save on your rate per kWh rate, which is great for fleet charging.

If you get your electricity through Flint Energies, you can sign up for the utility's EV rate. You'll pay a basic fee of $35 per month and get a super-off-peak rate of $0.05 per kWh if you charge between midnight and 6 a.m. You'll also be able to get an off-peak rate of $0.05 per kWh if you charge between midnight and 6 a.m. The program also includes off-peak rates of $0.09 per kWh from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. to midnight. In addition, you'll receive a $25 bill credit for the first year and an additional $8 per month for certain EV models if you charge at night.

The GreyStone Power Corporation offers a special EV charging rate. During the super-off-peak hours from midnight to 7 a.m., you'll pay only $0.04 per kWh, which is 80% cheaper than one-peak charging during the summer months from 2 to 8 p.m.

The Jackson EMC offers an EV charging rate to its residential customers on a case-by-case basis. If you are approved, you will pay a flat service of $30 per month with an on-peak rate of $0.34 per kWh, an off-peak rate of $0.07 per kWh, and a super-peak rate of $0.06 per kWh.

Additionally, commercial customers can also apply for a time-of-use program through the Jackson EMC. The flat monthly fee is $49 for single-phase customers and $77 for three-phase customers, and you’ll pay $0.34 per kWh for on-peak usage or $0.15 per kWh for off-peak hours.

The Sawnee EMC offers several time-of-use programs. You can choose a standard time-of-use usage plan with an off-peak rate of $0.0445 per kWh and an on-peak rate of $0.335 per kWh, or you can opt for the utility's critical peak pricing plan, which has a slightly lower on-peak rate and a critical peak energy rate of $0.95 per kWh.

The utility also offers an EV charging program, which requires a second meter to track your charging. With this program, you’ll pay $0.04 per kWh for off-peak charging and $0.28 per kWh for on-peak charging.

Georgia’s EV tax credits and charging incentives are a fantastic way to make electric vehicle ownership more affordable and accessible. With programs aimed at reducing the initial cost of buying an EV and helping you install home charging stations, the state is making it easier for drivers to go green. Whether you're already driving an electric vehicle or considering the change, these incentives can significantly reduce your costs. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to save—take advantage of Georgia’s growing support for clean transportation and start enjoying the many benefits of driving electric today.