Electric Vehicles & E-Bikes

Residential Programs and Rebates

EV Managed Charging

Home Energy Load Management

EV Managed Charging can help you automatically shift your EV charging away from periods of high energy demands and towards periods of abundant renewable resources.

Program Requirements:

  • Enroll an EV, Plug-In Hybrid EV, or EV charger (optional) that is supported by Optiwatt
  • Shift at least 95% of EV charging outside of peak hours (5-8pm) to receive participation incentive

To enroll, download the Optiwatt app or go to Optiwatt.com and complete the Healdsburg enrollment forms.


For questions or support, contact Optiwatt by emailing support@optiwatt.com or calling (925) 492-7585.

Incentive amount:

  • $50 enrollment incentive
    • $15 participation incentive per EV or EV charger quarterly
    • $10 participation incentive per Plug-In Hybrid quarterly
    • Incentives available in the Rewards tab within Optiwatt
  • CARE income-qualified customer $2,000 connected EV charger rebate (Additional up to $2,000 may be approved, if panel or service upgrade is required to accommodate new EV charger)

Resources:

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Public EV Charging 

Find out more about Public EV Chargers here.

If you are a Healdsburg Electric CARE Income-Qualified Customer, learn more about discounted Public EV Charger fees and EV resources here.

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Electric Bike Rebate

E-bikes and e-bike conversion kits promote active transportation and biking as a clean mobility option.

Program Requirements: 

  • Must be intended to replace trips otherwise taken by vehicle in Healdsburg
  • Only 1 rebate per electric account; Up to 2 rebates per CARE low-income electric account

Rebate application: English / Español

W9 form

Rebate amount:

  • $1,000 for low-income customers
  • $400 for an e-bike purchased in Healdsburg
  • $300 for an e-bike purchased outside of Healdsburg
  • $50 for an e-bike conversion attachment kit

Be sure to properly recycle your e-bike battery at the end of its life. Find more information and locations for recycling at hungryforbatteries.org.

Commercial Programs and Rebates

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Commercial or Multi-Family Property EV Charger

Commercial and multi-family EV chargers can provide access for employees and tenants to charge during the day when there are abundant solar resources.

Program Requirements:

  • ENERGY STAR® Level 2 or Level 3 Charger
  • Only for existing buildings or new construction exceeding CALGreen building code

Rebate application

W9 form

Rebate amount: $5,000 per connector

Learn more about the study to evaluate the local Post Office capacity for EV chargers here.

Other Incentives and Resources

EV Charger Installers

  • Find companies with 'Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program' certified electricians here.
  • Use the CALeVIP resources to find an EV charging provider here.
  • Use the SwitchIsOn contractor search to find companies offering EV charger services here.
  • Review Healdsburg's expedited permitting for EV chargers here.

Residential Incentives and Resources

Commercial Incentives and Resources

  • Alternative Fuel Infrastructure Tax Credit provides a tax credit for EV charger costs (eligibility and location requirements).
  • Certain Inflation Reduction Act tax credits are available to tax-exempt organizations with the direct pay option.
  • CALeVIP provides charger installation incentives.
  • California CORE provides off road equipment (landscaping, forklifts, tractors, etc.) vouchers.
  • EnergIIZE Commercial Vehicles provides commercial vehicle fleet infrastructure incentives.


PLEASE NOTE: We recommend you consult with a tax professional for any tax questions or questions regarding your eligibility for tax incentives.

For any questions on energy rebates, please email us at conservation@healdsburg.gov or call 707-431-3122.