Electric Vehicle Chargers

Electric vehicle owners have a number of fueling options to consider. PWP's EV Charger page provides resources and information to help you understand the differences between each option.

Types of Electric Vehicle Chargers

There are three types of EV chargers available on the market:

  • Level 1 - uses a standard 120 volt AC electric circuit and does not require any additional installation. Level 1 charging works well for charging at home, work or anywhere a 120 volt outlet is available.
  • Level 2 - uses a 240/208 volt AC electric circuit. Offers charging through a 240 volt (residential) or 208 volt (commercial) AC plug and requires installing charging equipment and a dedicated electrical circuit. A Level 2 charger is considerably faster than Level 1, making it ideal for full charging overnight at home.
  • DC Fast Charger  (Level 3) - uses a 480 volt AC electric circuit, will recharge about 80% of the battery in 30 minutes. Uses a special plug compatible with many all-battery electric vehicles.

EV Charger Incentives

PWP offers incentives for customers who install a Level 2  “wall mounted” or “hardwired” charging station at home, multi-unit complex, or business. A charging station allows for fast-charging of an EV and enables the car to charge during off-peak hours, when electrical demand is lower.

PWP will provide a rebate of up to $600 to residential customers and $6,000 to commercial customers who purchase and install a qualifying EV charging stations.

For rebate information and instructions, visit our Electric Vehicle and Charger Rebate Program page.

Additional Resources

Whether you've already purchased an EV charger, or are still considering - below are resources to help you:

Where to Find Charging Stations Near You

A number of charging options are already available on the road, and many of which are free if you charge in Pasadena.

For an added convenience, PWP has opened the Marengo Charging Plaza, located at 155 E. Green Street. This location has a total of 44 fast-chargers, making it the largest public EV fast-charging station in the nation! Stop by and use one of the PWP fast-chargers, or Tesla Supercharger and power up in just 30 minutes.

Not all charging stations are alike or compatible with your EV’s charging specifications, so check your vehicle specifications for charging station compatibility before plugging in.