Central Hudson Gas & Electric customers, New York · Performance incentive
Central Hudson EV ChargeSmart Program
Run by Central Hudson Gas & Electric (implemented by ICF and Virtual Peaker)
Central Hudson residential customers with an eligible EV or networked home charger earn $25 after three months plus $0.04 per kWh charged off-peak; in load-growth areas, Peak Perks Charging Rewards add $25, $40 a season and a $20 bonus.
Amounts
How much you get
$25 after three months of participation, then participation incentives equal to your off-peak kWh times the Savings Rate ($0.04/kWh as of Feb. The amount depends on which of these fits your install.
| What you install | You get |
|---|---|
| Three-month bonus (one time) | $25 |
| Per kWh (Savings Rate as of Feb. 1, 2026)Off-peak charging | $0.04 |
| Peak Perks Charging Rewards: enrollment (one time) | $25 |
| Peak Perks Charging Rewards: per summer season | $40 |
| Peak Perks Charging Rewards: Summer Streak bonus (no opt-outs) | $20 |
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 4 of these.
Central Hudson residential customer listed as the account holder of record.
Own or lease an EV (battery or plug-in hybrid) and have an eligible device (a qualified EV or networked charger) with a continuous Wi-Fi connection.
What to doCheck the eligible device list; a networked Level 2 charger on the list also qualifies.
Can't be on Central Hudson's Whole Home or EV Only time-of-use rate (TOU customers may still get Peak Perks Charging Rewards).
What to doSwitch off the EV time-of-use rate, or enroll only in Peak Perks Charging Rewards.
Peak Perks Charging Rewards are only for homes in eligible load-growth areas, determined by address.
Equipment
What equipment counts
Applying
How to apply
You apply online.
- Check your EV or charger against the eligible device list.
- Fill out the enrollment form.
Have your charger or EV account login ready.
- Connect your device to the ChargeSmart platform.
- Charge off-peak and earn incentives.
$25 after three months, then participation incentives.
Forms and instructionsCentral Hudson EV ChargeSmart Program · Central Hudson Residential EV ChargeSmart Program Manual (updated 02/2026)
Questions about applying845-763-4001 or EVChargeSmartCH@icf.com
Stacking
Use it with
Your address
Next steps
Check that it covers your address. Then, if you want, ask for a contractor quote.
Is it available at your address?
Before anything else
Your quote request is in If a contractor we work with serves your ZIP, they can contact you. We take one request per person; contact us to change it.
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FAQ
Questions
How much does Central Hudson EV ChargeSmart Program pay?
$0.04 to $40, depending on what you install. The table under How much you get lists each amount.
Do I need to be a Central Hudson Gas & Electric customer?
Yes. It’s only for homes in Central Hudson Gas & Electric customers, New York. See Do I qualify for the details.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 26, 2026.
Does Central Hudson control my charging?
No, not for ChargeSmart, which is passive: you just charge off-peak. Peak Perks Charging Rewards participants may have charging paused during summer events and can opt out of up to two per season.
What are off-peak hours?
After 7 p.m. and before 2 p.m. on weekdays, plus weekends and six major holidays.
Plain words
Words used on this page
References
Sources
This page is built from these official pages, run by the program itself.
- Central Hudson EV ChargeSmart Program
- Central Hudson Residential EV ChargeSmart Program Manual (updated 02/2026)
When one of these pages changes, we re-check this page against it.
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