SUNY New Paltz installed six level 2 electric vehicle car charging station in the fall of 2014.  Two are located in the Route 32 parking lot and four are located in the Elting Gym parking lot.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I pay?
Set up a Chargepoint account to charge up at campus stations.

What’s the fee?
10 cents per kwh drawn.

What is Level 2 charging station?
Level 2 EVSE can easily charge a typical EV battery overnight, and it is a common installation for residential, workplace, fleet, and public facilities. The typical charge time ranges from 4 to 8 hours, depending on the vehicle being charged.  Level 2 EVSE offers charging through a 240-V (typical in
residential applications) or 208-V (typical in commercial applications) electrical service. Level 2 charging adds about 10 to 20 miles of range to a PEV per hour of charging time, depending on the power level of the onboard charger.

How will I know when my vehicle is fully charged?
Chargepoint will contact you via text or email, based on your Chargepoint user preferences, when your vehicle is fully charged.

What considerations should I keep in mind when shopping for an electric vehicle?

• It’s most cost effective to charge your electric vehicle at home over night.
• Strive to purchase a vehicle that you can drive from home to campus and back on one charge.
• Plan on using the campus EV stations for “topping off,” rather than for daily charging.

Visit Chargepoint’s website for an overview of the electric vehicles currently on the market.