Save, earn, and take control with personalized EV charging at home.
Electric Vehicles
Here’s what you save with your vehicle
*A $5/month participation incentive is issued for participants who complete at least five smart charging sessions per month for a total available incentive of $60 per year.
**Actual annual electricity bill savings may vary. Savings are dependent on vehicle battery size, electricity, and customer usage.
***$70 savings is estimated for the average TOU-SMART customer on 100% Green who can shift 25% of their overnight usage to the daytime.
From sports cars to work trucks, check our requirements to see if your vehicle is eligible to start earning incentives today!
Charging PHEV’s at home is a great way to create a cleaner energy future. See if your PHEV is eligible for our SmartCharge program!
With three classifications and various brand options, there are many ways to charge at home. Find out if your current charger is eligible today!
STEP 1
Visit to see if your vehicle or EV home charger meets the eligibility requirements.
STEP 2
Start the enrollment process by creating an account with ev.energy. After your account is set up, you will be prompted to download an app with our partner: ev.energy.
STEP 3
Download the ev.energy app and sign in with the account you just created, with ev.energy, and input your qualified EV charger and vehicle information.
STEP 4
Once logged in, you’ll be prompted to add your vehicle, charger, and energy rate information to ensure that your EV home charging experience is personalized to you.
STEP 5
Using the app, input your vehicle ‘ready time’ and we’ll optimize your charging so it’s ready to go when you are. We also make it easy to override this feature, ensuring you are in total control of your schedule. SmartCharging sessions help you save with reduced costs during periods of low energy usage.
STEP 6
Input your Venmo or PayPal details to unlock your incentives. Automatically track your incentives and earn money for completing five smart charging sessions each month.
OPTIONAL
Opt-in to the TOU-SMART rate for your home, and you’ll receive the lowest rates for electricity use during the day when solar generation is most available.
When you arrive home, simply plug in your EV or plug-in hybrid (PHEV), and set a ‘ready time’ in our app. CPA will then schedule your EV to charge when energy costs are at their lowest.
By optimizing your home charging, you’ll automatically avoid overpaying for EV charging, saving you money and helping the energy grid.
The EV SmartCharge program doesn’t just help you save—you can also earn rewards! Use the app to earn financial incentives for charging when cleaner energy is more abundant.
When you charge your EV during the daytime on the TOU-SMART electricity rate, you get the lowest cost and cleanest electricity for your home and EV. See our TOU-SMART rate page for more information.
Based on your personal charging patterns, we’ll identify off-peak times when fewer people use electricity. Simply plug in your vehicle, and our system automatically charges it during the most cost-effective hours. Just set it, forget it, and start earning money!
Have a change of plans? Don’t worry! You can always ‘override’ the system to charge whenever is best for you.
Rates and off-peak times may vary by customer.
Save More on Clean Electricity for Your Home
Maximize your electricity savings with the TOU-SMART rate and get CPA’s lowest electricity rate for charging during the daytime between 8am and 4pm.
*A $5/month participation incentive is issued for participants who complete at least five smart charging sessions per month for a total available incentive of $60 per year.
**Actual annual electricity bill savings may vary. Savings are dependent on vehicle battery size, electricity, and customer usage.
Please see our customers’ most frequently asked questions.
For a complete FAQ, please visit our FAQ page.
Anthony Boukarim serves as Resource Planner, Power Supply, supporting long-term resource planning, portfolio optimization, and procurement strategy to advance CPA’s clean energy, reliability, and affordability objectives. He brings more than a decade of experience in the energy sector, spanning management consulting and advanced energy analytics, with deep expertise supporting utilities and community choice aggregators. Prior to joining CPA, Anthony spent six years at Ascend Analytics, where he led firm-wide renewable energy and storage procurement initiatives. He holds a Master of Science in Energy Resources Engineering from Stanford University and a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from the American University of Beirut.
Kim joins Clean Power Alliance as the Senior Analyst, Rates and Tariffs. Kim is responsible for developing and maintaining CPA’s cost of service and rate models to evaluate the financial, competitiveness, and customer impacts of rate design and rate setting options. Kim held financial, strategy, and planning roles across utilities, consulting, and the energy sector, including roles with Black Hills Energy, Marathon Oil, and Noble Energy. This cross-sector background gives her a broad view of how financial modeling, regulatory strategy, and capital planning intersect to support growth, reliability, and environmental responsibility. She holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in Mathematics from the University of Wyoming.
Mark Hum serves as Senior Associate, Communications and Marketing at Clean Power Alliance. He is a marketing and communications strategist with a background in medtech and life sciences, where he supported initiatives spanning multiple industries across both B2B and consumer-facing brands. His work is grounded in a copywriter’s mindset, starting with audience needs and translating complex ideas into clear, compelling stories that build trust and understanding. Mark has led integrated communications across digital, social, email, web, and stakeholder channels, with an emphasis on accessibility, consistency, and measurable impact. He brings a strong appreciation for structure and narrative, ensuring that every message serves a purpose and connects with people in a meaningful way. Mark holds a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from California State University, Long Beach (CSULB).
Prapassara “Pom” Saengxuto serves as Finance and Accounting Analyst at CPA. She is a Certified Public Accountant with over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance. Throughout her career, she has worked across a wide range of industries, including public accounting, private corporations, entertainment, manufacturing, consulting and construction. This diverse background allows her to bring a well-rounded and practical perspective to every engagement. Pom is known for her strong dedication, attention to detail, and commitment to accuracy. She works effectively both independently and as part of a team, consistently supporting organizations in making informed, strategic financial decisions. Her approach combines technical expertise with a deep sense of responsibility and professionalism.