Alternative Fuel Stations
Above is a complete list of alternative fuel locations in or near Newtown, CT: biodiesel; compressed natural gas (CNG); ethanol (E85); electric; hydrogen; liquefied natural gas (LNG), liquefied petroleum gas (propane) & more.
Tax incentives and/or other rebates, credits, incentives or related initiaves for drivers of alternative fuel vehicles or for other uses of alternative fuel in Newtown, CT.
EVs are eligible for a reduced biennial vehicle registration fee of $57. For more information, refer to the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles Vehicle Registration Fees website. (Reference Connecticut General Statutes 14-49(f))
Vehicles powered exclusively by electricity are exempt from state motor vehicle emissions inspections. For more information, see the Connecticut Emissions Program website. (Reference Connecticut General Statutes 14-164c)
The Connecticut Hydrogen and Electric Automobile Purchase Rebate Program (CHEAPR) offers rebates for the incremental cost of the purchase or lease of a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV), all-electric vehicle (EV), or plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV).
CHEAPR offers rebates of up to $9,500 for the purchase or lease a new eligible FCEV, EV, or PHEV. The manufacturer suggested retail price for new eligible vehicles may not exceed $60,000 for FCEV models and $42,000 for EV and PHEV models.
CHEAPR offers an additional rebate, Rebate Plus, for all applicants that participate in a state or federal income qualified program. Connecticut residents that participate in certain income qualified programs are also eligible to receive a rebate for the purchase or lease of a used eligible vehicle.
Rebates are offered in the following amounts:
| Vehicle Type | CHEAPR Standard | Rebate Plus - New Vehicle | Rebate Plus - Used Vehicle |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHEV | $750 | $1,500 | $1,125 |
| EV | $2,250 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
| FCEV | $7,500 | $2,000 | $7,500 |
Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information, see the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection CHEAPR website.
(Reference House Bill 7424, 2019)
The Connecticut Green Bank offers Smart-E low-interest loans for Connecticut electric vehicle (EV) drivers to purchase Level 2 and direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations or natural gas vehicle fueling equipment. To qualify, applicants must own and occupy the residence at which the EV charging stations or fueling equipment will be installed. For more information, see the Connecticut Green Bank Smart-E Loans website.
Groton Utilities offers a limited number of $2,000 rebates for the purchase of a new EV and $1,000 rebates for the lease of a new EV. Customers may also be eligible for a $600 rebate for the installation of a qualifying Level 2 EV charging station. For more information, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the Groton Utilities Electric Vehicle Rebate Program website.
An individual may not park a motor vehicle in a parking space equipped with a public charging station unless that vehicle is a EV. An infraction applies for non-EVs that park in spaces with public charging stations. (Reference Connecticut General Statutes 16-19ggg)
Norwich Public Utilities (NPU) offers eligible customers rebates for the purchase or lease of a new or used EV and the purchase and installation of qualified EV charging station. Rebates are offered in the following amounts:
| Vehicle Type | Rebate Amount | New Plug-In Hybrid Electric Vehicle | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| New EV | $1,500 |
| Used EV, Model Year (MY) 2019 or newer | $500 |
| Used EV, MY 2019 or newer | $1,000 |
| EV Charging Station Type | Rebate Amount | Residential Level 2 | $1,000 |
|---|---|
| Commercial, workplace or multifamily Level 2 | $3,000 |
| Commercial, Public Level 2 | $4,000 |
For more information, including eligibility requirements and how to apply, see the NPU Electric Vehicle and Charging Rebate Program website.
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) released the Electric Vehicle Roadmap for Connecticut (Roadmap), a framework to accelerate EV adoption. The Roadmap sets a state goal for 20% of the statewide light-duty fleet, or 500,000 vehicles, to be EVs by 2030. The Roadmap complements strategies identified in the Zero Emission Vehicle Deployment Support, including fleet electrification, expanding EV charging station infrastructure, establishing EV charging stations interoperability criteria, minimizing grid impacts, advancing building codes, streamlining permitting requirements, leveraging incentives, and increasing education and outreach. For more information, see the DEEP Roadmap website.
Eversource offers residential customers an incentive of up to $300 to enroll in a demand response managed charging program. For more information, see the Eversource ConnectedSolutions website.
Connecticut utilities joined the National Electric Highway Coalition (NEHC), committing to create a network of direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations connecting major highway systems from the Atlantic Coast to the Pacific of the United States. NEHC utility members agree to ensure efficient and effective fast charging deployment plans that enable long distance EV travel, avoiding duplication among coalition utilities, and complement existing corridor DCFC sites. For more information, including a list of participating utilities and states, see the NEHC website.
The borough of Newtown (CT) in Fairfield County has an estimated population of 1,941.
There are currently at least 25 alternative fuel stations in or near Newtown, CT (10-mile radius).
The Department of Energy (DOE) recognizes natural gas (compressed or liquefied) as an alternative fuel.