What You Need to Know About EV Charging with SPU
If you’ve already purchased an EV – or are just wanting to learn more about how it works – you’ve come to the right page.
Did You Know MN Has EV Rebates? If you are a Minnesota resident, you may be eligible for a rebate from the MN Department of Commerce. Go to mn.gov/evrebates for more information.
The following information will help you decide if SPU’s EV Charging “Rate” is right for you.
Important Notice Before You Get Started: SPU’s Residential EV Charging Rate Requires You to Hire an Electrician.
Why do I need to hire an electrician?
Why can't SPU install these necessary items?
Why is so much electrical work required to charge my EV on an EV rate?
What's so bad about all of my electrical usage being billed on a Time-of-Use rate?
Why do I need to apply for the EV Charging Rate if I am already an SPU electric customer?
Do I need to use the EV Charging Rate to charge my EV?
I'm still interested. What do I do next?
What happens after my electrician has completed the necessary work for the EV Charging Rate?
How does the EV Charging Rate benefit me?
If you have additional questions you may contact our Engineering staff by email