Renewables made up more than 17 percent of net U.S. electricity generation in 2018, with the bulk coming from hydropower (7.0 percent) and wind power (6.6 percent)
Solar generation (including distributed) is projected to climb from 11 percent of total U.S. renewable genreation in 2017 to 48 percent by 2050, making it the fastest-growing electricity source.
Globally, renewables made up 24 percent of electricity generation in 2016, much of it from hydropower (16 percent)
Charge your EV during the off-peak hours between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM and enjoy discounted rates on your electricity usage. Charging during this period helps MEA manage demand efficiently while providing you with costs savings.
Get a monthly allowance of 500 kWh for off-peak EV charging at 50% off the regular rate. MEA will replace the EV owner’s existing meter (at no cost to the participant) with a meter that tracks time-of-use consumption.
*Please note that in some instances, a transformer upgrade (at the EV owner's expense) may be necessary depending on the type of charger being used.
For those who require more power, you can install a second meter base at your own cost for unlimited kWh off-peak charging, also at 50% off MEA’s first step single-phase rate. To be eligible for this option, the customer must install a second meter base in a sub-metered configuration that is exclusively connected to the customer's EV charger. Such installation must be performed by a qualified, licensed electrician, at the customer's own expense. MEA will install a second meter at no charge. Please be aware that the necessary service modifications for Option 2 may cost the EV owner several thousand dollars. An estimate chart of service modification examples for EV owners is provided below. This option is ideal for high-mileage users or multiple EV households.
Under both program options, MEA will install a time-of-use meter at no charge, ensuring accurate tracking of your off-peak usage.
Additional service modifications (such as a transformer upgrade) may be required, and is also at the participant's expense. An estimate chart of service modifications examples for EV owners is provided below. For Option 2, participants are responsible for the cost of installing a second meter base.
The Early Access EV Time of Use Rate Program is now full. If you are interested in participating in the next phase of the program (planned for late summer of 2025), simply fill out the online application by clicking the button below and provide the required documents. The application can be completed online or filled out at any MEA office.
*Please note the early access program was offered to the first 50 qualified applicants and is subject to availability of equipment, meters, and materials. Expansion of the program is expected in late summer of 2025 when additional meters and equipment are anticipated to arrive. EV owners can apply for the next phase of the program, by filling out and completing the application below. For more information or questions, please email electricvehicles@mea.coop or call 907-761-9300.
For frequently asked questions, please check out our FAQ (.pdf)
To review the RCA program filing, please click here.
Charge your EV during the off-peak hours between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM and enjoy discounted rates on your electricity usage. Charging during this period helps MEA manage demand efficiently while providing you with costs savings.
