Join the Connecticut EV charging pilot today
Connecticut homeowners installing an EV charger receive a free smart load manager and professional installation through a limited pilot program, while supplies last.
It’s simple: Your electrician will install and set everything up during your EV charger installation.
Available to all Eversource and United Illuminating customers.
Limited to 100 homes statewide.
Program Timeline
What You Receive
✔ Stepwise Tap™ smart load manager (FREE)
✔ Professional Installation by your electrician (FREE)
✔ Compatibility with any EV or EV charger brand
✔ Level 2 EV charging without upgrading your panel
✔ Eligibility for utility managed charging rewards
Better for you, Better for your Home
Many homeowners are told they need expensive electrical panel upgrades to install EV chargers.
The Stepwise Tapâ„¢ smart load manager automatically balances electricity usage in your home so your EV charger can operate safely without overloading your electrical panel.
This allows many homeowners to install Level 2 EV charging without a panel upgrade.
How the Program Works
1
Complete the Enrollment Form
• Confirm participation in the pilot program
• Agree to the program Terms & Conditions
• Create your account for EV managed charging
The form takes ~ 1 minute.
Complete the form now
2
Your Electrician Installs the Device FREE of charge to you
Your electrician installs the Stepwise Tap smart load manager during your EV charger installation.
Installation takes about an hour.
3
Charge Safely and Start Saving
The device automatically balances electricity usage in your home to prevent overloads while charging your EV.
You will start saving on your charging starting November 2026 (once program integration is complete)
Learn More
Enroll in the Connecticut EV Charging Pilot
Before enrolling, please review the full program agreement here.
UI customers: create an account through this portal here
Eversource customers: read the following Terms and Program Agreement
About Stepwise Tap
UL-Certified Smart Load Management
Stepwise Tapâ„¢ is a UL-certified smart load management device that allows homes to safely add EV chargers and other electric appliances without costly panel upgrades.
The device automatically balances electricity usage to prevent overloads.
Certified Installer Partners
If you are a licensed electrician in Connecticut who is interested in being a certified installer partner for the program, watch the recording of the training and confirm completion with CTprogram@getstepwise.com.
Program Disclosure: Marketing for this pilot is paid for by customers through a portion of the Public Benefits charge which funds the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority's Innovative Energy Solutions program.Questions about the program?
Reach out to CTprogram@getstepwise.com or call 866-517-5269.