The list below contains summaries of all Indiana incentives and laws related to HEVs / PHEVs.
The Alternative Fuel Vehicle Grant Program offers grants to counties, cities, towns, townships, or school corporations to purchase original equipment manufacturer (OEM) AFVs and for the cost of AFV conversions. Qualified entities may receive $2,000 for each OEM AFV purchased, and up to $2,000 for each AFV conversion. Eligible AFVs include dedicated and bi-fuel liquefied petroleum gas (propane) and compressed natural gas vehicles. The Indiana Office of Energy Development must review and approve applications for the grant program, and the grant funding awarded for all fiscal years may not exceed $1 million. As of April 2012, the grant program is closed and applications are not being accepted. (Reference Indiana Code 4-4-32.3)
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation administers the Indiana 21st Century Research and Technology Fund, which provides grants and loans to support proposals for economic development in high technology industry clusters. Incentives are available for qualified alternative fuel technologies and fuel-efficient vehicle production. (Reference Indiana Code 5-28-16-2)
As part of Indiana's Project Plug-IN initiative, Duke Energy is conducting a two-year pilot program that provides qualified residential and commercial customers with Level 2 EVSE. Duke Energy will install the EVSE at the home (covering up to $1,000 in installation costs) or business (covering up to $1,500 in installation costs) and service the equipment for the duration of the pilot program. Duke Energy will remotely access the EVSE to collect information in an effort to better understand charging habits and the impact on the power grid. At the end of the pilot program, participants will be able to keep the EVSE at no additional cost. For more information, see the Duke Energy Project Plug-IN website.
The Indianapolis Power & Light Company (IPL) offers special plug-in electric vehicle charging rates, including year-round time-of-use based options, for residential and fleet customers who own a licensed electric or plug-in electric vehicle. IPL will provide Level 2 electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) and the associated metering equipment for the first 150 eligible customers to take advantage of the special rate. IPL will also cover the cost of a standard installation of the equipment. Restrictions apply.
Indianapolis residents and visitors may also use public EVSE by paying a flat fee of $2.50 per charging session.Point of Contact
Cole Willis
Electric Vehicle Program Manager
Indianapolis Power & Light Company
Phone: (317) 261-5178
electric.vehicle@aes.com
NIPSCO's IN-Charge Electric Vehicle Program (Program) offers a credit of up to $1,650 to purchase and install residential EVSE, as well as free plug-in electric vehicle (PEV) charging during off-peak hours for those enrolled in the Program. Customers will also receive a free meter specifically dedicated to the EVSE. The Program is in effect until January 31, 2015, and is limited to 250 customers, or until funding is exhausted.
Each state entity must purchase or lease a clean energy vehicle, unless the Indiana Department of Administration determines that the purchase or lease of the vehicle is inappropriate for its intended use, or the purchase or lease would cost 10% more than a comparable non-clean energy vehicle. Additional exemptions apply. A clean energy vehicle is defined as a vehicle that operates on one or more of the following energy sources: a rechargeable energy storage system; hydrogen; compressed natural gas; or liquefied natural gas. (Reference Indiana Code 5-22-5-8.5)
The Indiana Economic Development Corporation may designate an area as a certified technology park if certain criteria are met, including a commitment from at least one business engaged in a high technology activity that creates a significant number of jobs. The establishment of high technology activities and public facilities within a technology park serves a public purpose and benefits the public's general welfare by encouraging investment, job creation and retention, and economic growth and diversity. High technology activities include advanced vehicles technology, which is any technology that involves electric vehicles, hybrid electric vehicles, or alternative fuel vehicles, or components used in the construction of these vehicles. (Reference Indiana Code 36-7-32)