{"id":50,"date":"2023-02-20T17:23:41","date_gmt":"2023-02-20T17:23:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/energy-and-sustainability\/?page_id=50"},"modified":"2026-10-12T18:17:03","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T18:17:03","slug":"electric-vehicles","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/offices.austincc.edu\/energy-and-sustainability\/transportation\/electric-vehicles\/","title":{"rendered":"Electric Vehicles"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Charging Stations for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) are available at all <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.austincc.edu\/locations\/campuses\" target=\"_blank\">ACC campuses<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Using Charging Stations on ACC campuses:<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ACC provides an affordable EV charging rate($0.05\/kWh) exclusively for ACC students and employees. The discounted rate is valid as long as you are employed at ACC or actively enrolled during the semester.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Steps to Get Started:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Register for the ACC Charging Rate<\/strong><br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/green.apps.austincc.edu\/electricVehicle\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/forms\/d\/e\/1FAIpQLScQgbNZl8fJZ5itESbiaa0-mMKL-dCJDlzhB0VABer0quAFaA\/viewform\">Sustainable Transportation Portal<\/a>, once you are approved, you will receive a link to get connected.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Locate Charging Stations<\/strong><br \/>Use the campus maps linked below to find the nearest charging stations.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Follow Charging Instructions<\/strong><br \/>Follow the charging and payment instructions displayed on the station.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important Information:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Charging sessions are limited to <strong>4 hours<\/strong> at a time. <strong>Overnight charging is not permitted.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Payment Options:<\/strong><br \/>Payments are processed through the ChargePoint payment portal using your pre-registered payment method.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ACC Rate:<\/strong> Discounted rates are available for registered students and employees.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Non-ACC Rate:<\/strong> Charging costs $2 per hour and can be paid using a credit card.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions or need assistance, please email us at <strong>EV@austincc.edu<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thank you for supporting sustainability at ACC!<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">Who is eligible to use Electric Vehicle Charging Stations at ACC?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Active ACC students and employees can register for the ACC-only discounted rate. Anyone with an electric vehicle may use ACC\u2019s Charging Stations with a credit card payment.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">How do I pay?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a credit card payment, call toll-free 888-758-4389 or visit chargepoint.com to pay. Other payment options include using any smart (RFID) credit\/debit card to authorize a session.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">Is there a ChargePoint mobile app?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is a ChargePoint app available for <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/chargepoint\/id356866743?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\">iOS<\/a> and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/market.android.com\/details?id=com.coulombtech&amp;hl=en\" target=\"_blank\">Android<\/a> phones. <\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">Are Charging Stations accessible, following the American Disability Act?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, one station is located at an accessible parking space per campus.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">Do charging stations work with any electric vehicle?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ChargePoint networked charging stations at ACC will work with most electric vehicles on the market. ACC supplies (SAE J1772\u2122) level 2 charging connectors.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">How long will it take to charge my electric vehicle?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This depends on the type of vehicle. A completely drained Nissan Leaf will take up to 8 hours with a level 2 charger. A Chevy Volt will take less time due to its smaller battery capacity.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">Where can I charge my electric vehicle when I am not at ACC?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many ChargePoint EV Charging Stations can be found around the Greater Austin Area and <a href=\"https:\/\/na.chargepoint.com\/charge_point\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">throughout the United States<\/a>. Also growing number of DC fast chargers are being installed, including Tesla Superchargers.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<p><div class=\"list\"><p class=\"trigger\"><a href=\"#\">What if I have more questions about charging stations?<\/a><\/p><div class=\"toggle_container\"><div class=\"block\"><\/p>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call toll-free 888-758-4389 or visit&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.chargepoint.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">chargepoint.com<\/a>&nbsp;with further questions, or email us at ev@austincc.edu for ACC&#8217;s EV charging program inquiries.<\/p>\n<p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h2>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">EV Charging Station Maps<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=17omAAR5lvLO-Nn5-joqkkpWkIPs&amp;usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cypress Creek Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=1NMKrA7KRlIi636LSFtbnXXZNC5s&amp;usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Eastview Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=18U1XeRB4lD49RRlVjKp7fDFf88k&amp;usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Elgin Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=1G1QBmoJMc1jtv9M8j_GGUlJZjek&amp;usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hays Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=1PLUZDY-3Ra_DIF_Ghw6o0B3oPwUKbIY&amp;usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Highland Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=1O3lm-FB8WeZ1NclW1E-SDh4BVns&amp;usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Northridge Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/edit?mid=1P10nBN_TJ2cPQ6cELDApcAthpb4&amp;usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rio Grande Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=1udlyJhY84m7RZT-QihFpWqQP1fY&amp;ll=30.23585603886002%2C-97.70524023736947&amp;z=19\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Riverside Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=1tG67HkxnCObiyjZSal-bCGb0leA&amp;ll=30.56207583492842%2C-97.65701331852954&amp;z=18\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Round Rock Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=10qNdZRsEnPaTLZgL_H74hdJpXhXLXAmX&amp;ll=30.587927638498225%2C-97.85039201013872&amp;z=19\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">San Gabriel Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/edit?mid=1Be_YJ54TtEZlDheJXxK8DRiK3_U&amp;ll=30.215721110891632%2C-97.79620403364581&amp;z=19\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">South Austin Campus<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Charging Stations for plug-in electric vehicles (PEVs) are available at all ACC campuses. Using Charging Stations on ACC campuses: ACC provides an affordable EV charging rate($0.05\/kWh) exclusively for ACC students and employees. 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