Saint John Energy customers can get paid for charging an EV
Saint John Energy is partnering with an electric vehicle charging company to reward customers.
The utility says customers could earn up to 11 cents per kilowatt-hour if they charge their EVs at home.
It’s part of a program with SWTCH Energy.
The partnership pairs SWTCH’s home charging program with Saint John Energy’s professional installation service.
Participating customers will get a free SWTCH Level 2 home charger and earn rewards based on the electricity used to charge an EV.
After the first 1,500 kilowatt-hours of chargers, a customer will earn 11 cents for every kilowatt-hour used.
“Affordability has to remain at the centre of the energy transition,” said Saint John Energy vice-president of strategic growth and transformation Glen Fillmore.
It’s the first time SWTCH has worked with an electrical utility in Atlantic Canada.
Saint John Energy will provide a free home assessment to confirm Level 2 charging readiness and the cost to install it, including any panel upgrades.
The reward is made possible through Canada’s Clean Fuels Regulations, which create credits for lower-carbon transportation fuels, including electricity used to charge EVs.
The partnership also expands EV charging options for apartments, condos and businesses.
It’s the first time SWTCH has partnered with a utility in Atlantic Canada.
“Saint John Energy is an ideal partner for our first utility collaboration in Atlantic Canada,” said SWTCH Energy’s vice-president of partnerships Mike Mulqueen.
“It’s been a great partnership to build, and we’re excited to see Saint John drivers start saving every time they plug in.”
