Did you installed it already? Eligible charger list is updating as of posting to include the Tesla charger.
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BC EV Charger Rebate Program $700
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My electrician was supposed to come by today, but needed to clear an issue with the permit (whether conduit would be needed to physically protect the Teck 90 cable from a weed whacker--I sent pics and waiting to hear back), so we are aiming for tomorrow.
I just checked and it looks like a J plug is still required, and the list doesn't include Tesla:
BC Hydro EV Rebate
Did you get word that Tesla will be added?
Great news for Tesla owners and fans! The EV charger rebate program has been updated and Tesla Wall Connectors are eligible for the single-family home rebates (which includes duplexes & townhomes). We’ll be updating our website ASAP to reflect the change: http://ow.ly/zPaT50wGIbQ
yeah i looked and nothing yet ._.
yeah i looked and nothing yet ._.
Well, Son of a Witch. I'll be eating a big ol' plate of crow. Hats off to @PatriciaKuang (and others!). I wouldn't have called this about face.
BC Hydro on Twitter [Edited to update link]
Now I have to get on the blower with my electrician and order the charger before they are sold out!!
BC Hydro on Twitter [Edited to update link]
Now I have to get on the blower with my electrician and order the charger before they are sold out!!
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It's gotta be. That would be worse PR than keeping it off the list. Put it on the list, but it's not actually "purchasable" in BC, so therefore doesn't qualify when bought through the Tesla site?
I think they've got that language in there to be able to point to this program helping BC businesses, ensuring taxes are paid to the BC Gov't, safety standards are met, etc.
The black one is sold out as is the silver one with the shorter cord. I just pulled the trigger on the silver one with the 24 foot cord because their FAQ says it can be returned, unopened, within 60 days (just in case my electrician raises a stink about changing the scope of work).
I think they've got that language in there to be able to point to this program helping BC businesses, ensuring taxes are paid to the BC Gov't, safety standards are met, etc.
The black one is sold out as is the silver one with the shorter cord. I just pulled the trigger on the silver one with the 24 foot cord because their FAQ says it can be returned, unopened, within 60 days (just in case my electrician raises a stink about changing the scope of work).
Reading further on the Tesla Shop Returns FAQ, it does says that shipping charge on return will be deducted from the refund though.
When a return is initiated, you will be provided with a pre-paid return shipping label. The cost of return shipping will be deducted from the refund amount unless the return was due to product defect/warranty.
What to do- I suppose shipping is likely ~$10-20?
I didn't make it that far down the FAQs! :-(
Since they haven't provided any guidelines as to what purchased in BC means, and the Tesla adapter is only sold online through Tesla, I just can't see them causing us any grief, particularly after their "good news!" tweet. I just don't think they want to be inundated with eBay and Craigslist buys, people using Amazon (or other stores) in the USA, etc., etc. I'd be willing to bet a Costco.ca buy is fine, as would be a direct sale from Amazon.ca (for example). But, particularly in the case of Tesla, there's nowhere else to buy from but Tesla (Canada).
Since they haven't provided any guidelines as to what purchased in BC means, and the Tesla adapter is only sold online through Tesla, I just can't see them causing us any grief, particularly after their "good news!" tweet. I just don't think they want to be inundated with eBay and Craigslist buys, people using Amazon (or other stores) in the USA, etc., etc. I'd be willing to bet a Costco.ca buy is fine, as would be a direct sale from Amazon.ca (for example). But, particularly in the case of Tesla, there's nowhere else to buy from but Tesla (Canada).
Agree- I just pulled the trigger as well- as it turns out the 24 feet option works better for me.
At least I won't have to worry about it going out of stock!
Hope we both get our rebates!
List officially updated to include the Tesla wall charger...https://www.bchydro.com/content/dam...-wBd8_SxdRICIs0KPYCbEhx9kobxmfU0668Xkf-rSoDZA
Now I just need to hear back from my electrician to confirm no issues with completing the rebate application and installing the charger.
Now I just need to hear back from my electrician to confirm no issues with completing the rebate application and installing the charger.
It will get to you by Friday? wow.. that's fast!
I already have a 14-50 socket, wish it came as a plug-in model.
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A plug in version exists > Tesla launches new Wall Connector with NEMA 14-50 plug - Electrek
Good luck finding one though as it appears to be taken offline from the shop.
Alternatively, you can run a 12" cable (max under US code) to a NEMA 14-50 plug and run it as a regular EVSE. Don't know if that's to code in B.C.
No chance it will be here by Friday, by the electrician is free and wants to run the wiring and will come back to install the charger when it comes in.
One thing I can't see is - where do we send in the information the government half of the rebate?
Sounds like it's a one-stop shop with your utility:
"The CleanBC Home and Workplace EV Charging Program is being administered by BC Hydro and FortisBC in their respective delivery areas."
