ComEd Announces $100M in EV Rebates for Charging and EV Adoption Across Northern Illinois

On February 06, 2025, ComEd joined a variety of local and industry stakeholders at the annual Chicago Auto Show to announce that it has made $100 million in rebates available to help more customers take steps toward electric vehicles (EVs) in 2025. To reduce upfront cost barriers to EVs, the rebates cover three distinct programs: residential EV charger and installation costs, all-electric fleet vehicles, and business and public sector make-ready charging infrastructure. ComEd’s EV investments are available for residential, business, and public sector customers, and are designed to equitably provide funding for communities to promote the widespread adoption of EVs in Illinois.

Customers are urged to apply now for a variety of EV rebates at www.comed.com/clean.

“ComEd is focused on ensuring that not only is the grid is equipped for increased electrification, but that our customers and communities have the support needed to navigate the transition to EVs and the benefits they provide for customers as well as the environment,” said Melissa Washington, SVP of Customer Operations and Strategic Initiatives at ComEd. “Building on the success of last year’s rebate programs, ComEd is pleased to launch another $100M that will help customers take steps toward adding at-home L2 charging, fleet EV projects for fleets of any size, and to catalyze more investment in building a network of regional public and private charging to accommodate the growing demand for EVs in northern Illinois.”

Through its 2025 investments, ComEd is making $53 million in rebates available for business and public sector EV fleet purchases, including small businesses pursuing as few as one electric vehicle for commercial use, regardless of small-, medium-, or heavy-duty weight class size. Additionally, nearly $38 million in rebates will be available to support infrastructure “make ready” upgrades needed for the installation of public and private Level 2 (L2) and Level 3 (DCFC) charging stations for non-residential customers. Residential customers will have access to nearly $9 million in funding to reduce the upfront costs of purchasing and installing at-home L2 chargers, with rebates of up to $3,750 per charger.

The funding announcement follows last year’s first-of-its-kind initiative to fund EV projects, with ComEd launching nearly $90 million for customers in 2024. Both the 2024 and 2025 programs are made available as part of a state-mandated program to help more customers take steps toward EV adoption. This initiative is a result of the passage of Illinois’ landmark Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA), which aims to have 1 million EVs on the roads by 2030.

“The ComEd rebates that support EV adoption and accelerate the expansion of charging infrastructure are pivotal in driving a sustainable future,” said Megha Lakhchaura, State EV Officer of Illinois. “These initiatives will empower consumers to make cleaner choices and support the transition to zero emission transportation.”

All ComEd EV rebate programs put equity front and center, reserving more than half of the total funds for low-income customers and equity-eligible communities. The programs also offer higher rebates exclusively for low-income customers and for those located in or primarily serving low-income and equity-eligible communities. While EVs provide a wide range of benefits – from reducing emissions and generating fuel cost savings to spurring economic development – the positive impacts on air quality benefit all communities, especially those most historically impacted by pollution. This approach ensures that the transition to electric vehicles is both accessible and equitable for all Illinois residents.

“ComEd’s CEJA-enabled programs to get more zero-emission vehicles moving are critical for cutting health-damaging air pollution, particularly in vulnerable communities that face a higher burden from lung disease,” said Brian Urbaszewski, Director of Environmental Health Programs at Respiratory Health Association. “We encourage all eligible applicants to take advantage of this great economic opportunity that will benefit both them and their neighbors.”

Since launching its first-ever EV rebates last year, ComEd has seen a significant increase in customer EV projects. To date, ComEd has funded EV expansion projects in more than 300 ZIP codes, helping to propel nearly 3,500 residential and commercial charging L2 and DCFC ports, both public and private. Additionally, over 200 new and pre-owned EV fleet vehicles have been added for municipal, business customers, and school districts. More than half of the funds have been directed to low-income customers and to support projects in equity-eligible communities, ensuring broad access to the benefits of electric vehicle adoption.

“We are pleased to see that ComEd’s rebate offers for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, including electric school buses, are underway and picking up steam,” said Susan Mudd, Senior Policy Advocate at Environmental Law & Policy Center. “Getting kids out of dirty diesel buses and communities having fewer diesel trucks and buses passing through them every day will help kids and adult residents’ lungs and health. With the new federal administration’s threats to numerous air quality programs, ComEd’s program is especially critical, giving school districts the opportunity to provide kids a clean ride to school and others a lifeline to modernize and clean up their vehicle fleets.”

ComEd’s EV investments have coincided with a growing rate of EV adoption in Illinois, with more than 126,000 EVs currently on state roads. The vast majority, over 112,000 of these vehicles, are driving in northern Illinois. In addition to its funding programs, ComEd facilitates a variety of initiatives to support customers in making the transition to EVs. These efforts also help communities achieve their own local and regional transportation net-zero emissions goals, contributing to the broader sustainability and environmental efforts across the state.

“On behalf of the Chicagoland new-car dealers, we applaud ComEd for propelling the widespread adoption of electrified vehicles in Illinois,” said Chicago Automobile Trade Association President Jennifer Morand. “As EV adoption continues to grow in Illinois, local new-car dealers are committed to supporting the revolution by offering a variety of all-electric, hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles to consumers as well as provide much needed education.”

ComEd has teamed up with the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus to develop a first-of-its-kind training program for municipalities and local governments, called the EV Readiness Program. This program helps local governments create ordinances, safety protocols, and infrastructure plans designed to accommodate the growing demand for EVs in their communities. Since its launch, more than 41 local governments in northern Illinois have participated, receiving assistance in crafting local policies to ensure the safe and effective electrification of regional transportation. This initiative plays a crucial role in preparing communities for the shift to electric vehicles.

“ComEd’s support of our EV Readiness Program and commitment to expanding EV adoption and infrastructure have been game-changers for the communities we serve,” said Kevin Burns, Metropolitan Mayors Caucus Chairman of the Environment and Energy Committee and Immediate Past Executive Board Chairman. “By supporting our local initiatives to advance policies and build infrastructure for a sustainable future, ComEd’s investments will play a key role in reducing emissions, improving air quality and ensuring an equitable transition to clean transportation across northern Illinois.”

To ease the customer experience, ComEd offers Fleet Electrification Assessments, along with a make-ready rebate reservation program, providing charging project developers with certainty on available funding as they complete their projects. ComEd has also created a Fleet EV Point of Sale program in partnership with more than 70 area auto dealers and manufacturers, enabling customers to qualify for fleet rebates on new and pre-owned vehicles at the time of purchase. Additionally, ComEd established an EV Service Provider Network, which includes over 84 local businesses certified to install EV charging infrastructure, offering customers a reliable list of contractors to contact when planning to add charging infrastructure. These initiatives streamline the transition to EVs, making the process simpler and more accessible for both individuals and businesses.

“Being a part of the ComEd Energy Efficiency program and the Electric Vehicle Service Providers network has been a blessing and life changing experience both personally and professionally,” said Ed West, president and owner of Veterans Energy. “This partnership has been critical to the growth of my business, and I look forward to the Veterans Energy team helping more EV-interested customers in northern Illinois qualify for expanded ComEd EV rebates that will help build their projects and go green in the coming year.”

ComEd is a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation, a Fortune 200 energy company serving over 10.5 million electricity and natural gas customers, the largest number of such customers in the U.S. ComEd powers the lives of more than 4 million customers across northern Illinois, or 70 percent of the state’s population. For more information visit ComEd.com, and connect with ComEd on LinkedIn and YouTube.

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