Ampere my home program

Ampere my Home Program: Powering Equitable EV Access

The Ampere my Home Program is a groundbreaking initiative by Women Who Charge designed to dismantle a major financial barrier preventing low-income homeowners from accessing the benefits of electric vehicle (EV) ownership.

We believe that switching to an EV shouldn't be a privilege—it should be an accessible path to economic and environmental savings for everyone. The single biggest hurdle for EV adoption at home is the high upfront cost of purchasing and installing a dedicated Level 2 charger. We eliminate the cost of the EV charging equipment itself.

What We Offer

The Ampere my Home Program provides eligible participants with a free Level 2 EV charging station donation for installation at their single-family home.

Free Equipment Donation: We cover the cost of the charging equipment (the charger unit itself), which is a significant upfront expense.
Installation Facilitation: We coordinate the necessary professional electrical contractors for installation. Note: The cost of installation labor and electrical upgrades is the participant's responsibility, generally covered by maximizing available rebates (which we help you secure).
Expert Support: Our team handles the complex paperwork, permitting facilitation, and maximizing rebates to make the process stress-free and as low-cost as possible for you.

Who is Eligible?

This program is specifically designed to serve those who need it most. We prioritize applicants (apply here) who meet the following criteria:

Low-Income Household: Meet the program's low-to-moderate household income qualifications (typically defined as less than 80% of the Area Median Income).
Location: Reside in the state of Colorado and in a disproportionately impacted community (DIC) or environmental justice area.
Home Status: Be the owner and primary resident of a single-family home (or townhome/duplex, as applicable) in the target Xcel Energy Colorado service territory.
Affiliation: Be a member of Women Who Charge.

Ready to Charge Up Your Future?

If you are a low-income homeowner interested in installing a Level 2 EV charger at your residence, click here to apply !

More questions? Please visit our Frequently Asked Questions page.

FAQ

access rebates to reduce installation costs

Ampere my Home Installation Rebates

Navigating rebates and incentives can be confusing, but the Women Who Charge team is here to help! As part of the Ampere my Home Program, we want to ensure you have access to every resource available to cover the costs of installing your new EV charging station.

Below are the primary programs and resources available in Colorado to help low-income households and Denver residents pay for charger installation.

Xcel Energy's EV Installation Rebate Programs

This section details the two main components of Xcel Energy funding available to reduce or eliminate the cost of your installation.

EV Charger and Wiring Rebate

This rebate provides funding to cover the electrician's labor and wiring costs associated with placing the charger. Since your equipment is provided free by the Ampere my Home Program, these rebates are used entirely to pay the electrician's bill for the installation of wiring itself.

Program Tier: Income-Qualified Extended Rebate

Up to $1,300
What it Covers Installation labor and wiring costs.
Qualification Priority Low-to-moderate income customers (below 80% AMI) Area Median Income.

Program Tier: Disproportionately Impacted Community (DIC) Rebate

Up to $800
What it Covers Installation labor and wiring costs.
Qualification Priority Standard-income customers who live in a designated DIC area.

Program Tier: Standard Rebate (If Not Income-Qualified/DIC)

Up to $500
What it Covers Installation labor and wiring costs.
Qualification Priority All other Xcel Energy residential electric customers.

Xcel Energy's - Electrical Service Upgrade Rebate

This is a separate rebate available for income-qualified customers if the installation requires an upgrade to your home's main electrical service panel (a service upgrade) to safely accommodate the new Level 2 charger.

Program/Tier: Income-Qualified Service Upgrade Rebate
Total Maximum Rebate Amount : Up to $2,000
What it Covers: The cost of increasing the capacity of your home's main electrical service panel.

Important Note on Payment (Instant Rebate): In partnership with Women Who Charge, Xcel Energy offers an instant rebate option where the electrician receives the rebate funds directly from Xcel Energy on your behalf. This allows the electrician to provide you with a reduced, lower bill upfront, eliminating the need for you to pay the full installation cost and wait for reimbursement. This instant rebate option is exclusively available to participants using an electrician partnered with the Ampere my Home Program.

How to Qualify for the Extended Rebate from Xcel Energy

To qualify for the highest level of rebate funding (the $1,300 and $2,000 tiers), your household must meet one of the following income thresholds:

Income below 60% of the state of Colorado’s median income, OR
Income below 200% of the federal poverty level, OR
Income below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) for your specific county

City of Denver – Climate Action Rebate (CARe) Program

If you live within the City and County of Denver, you may also qualify for an additional rebate through the Climate Action, Sustainability, and Resiliency (CASR) program.

· Rebate Amount: Up to $200 or 80% of the project cost for a standard EV charger.

· Eligibility Check: To qualify, the home must be:

In the City and County of Denver.
An existing single-family dwelling, two-family dwelling (duplex), or townhome
Served by Xcel Energy Residential Service.

Colorado Energy Office – Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR)

This state-level program is essential for homeowners who may need to upgrade their electrical panel (service upgrade) to safely install a new EV charger.

Key Benefit: HEAR provides rebates for high-efficiency electric appliance upgrades and necessary electrical panel upgrades.
Eligibility Check: Rebates are currently available to single-family dwellings through registered contractors. This can often be combined with other incentives.

HEAR Income Requirements and Rebate Tiers

The level of funding you can receive depends on your household's income relative to the Area Median Income (AMI) for your specific county

Lower Income

Income Tier Below 80% AMI for your specific county

Rebate Amount Coverage (for panel upgrade) Up to 100% of the project cost, up to a maximum of $4,000 for service/panel upgrades.

Middle Income

Income Tier 80% to 150% AMI for your specific county

Rebate Amount Coverage (for panel upgrade) Up to 50% of the project cost, up to the maximum rebate amount.