JCP&L Launches Electric Vehicle Charging Incentive Program

Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L), a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., has launched EV Driven, a new four-year program that provides incentives for electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

The program, recently approved by the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (BPU), will benefit the state's environment by reducing auto emissions.

"New Jersey is a national leader in clean energy and electric vehicle adoption, and the EV Driven program helps our customers build the charging backbone necessary to reach our state's goal of registering 330,000 electric vehicles by 2025," said James Fakult, president of JCP&L. "We're excited to support New Jersey's efforts to expand the charging station network as we continue providing safe, reliable and affordable service to our customers."

Electric vehicles offer a clean, efficient alternative to gasoline-powered vehicles, averaging as low as one-third the cost-per-mile of gasoline.

Depending on the battery capacity, EV driving range can vary from about 80 miles up to 280 miles. New Jersey's Energy Master Plan calls for an increase in electric vehicle adoption to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The transportation sector is the largest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the state, accounting for 46% of the state's net emissions.