Electric Car Chargers

EV Charging Stations

In an effort to reduce carbon dioxide emissions and assist a campus wide shift to the use of renewable resources, a research group led by Steven Low, professor of computer science and electrical engineering in the engineering and applied science division, has installed electric vehicle (EV) charging stations for use by all Caltech and JPL personnel and visitors. The stations, some of which are ADA-accessible, were first installed in the California Parking Structure in February of 2018.

There are 141 Level 2 and 6 Level 3 (DC) chargers on campus (see locations below). A Caltech parking permit is required to use the EV charging stations. The charging stations are managed by an outside vendor, PowerFlex Systems, through a smartphone app.

EV Charging Rates Effective January 1, 2025

• For Caltech/JPL Community (Staff, Faculty, Students):
  • Level 2 Chargers: $0.20 per kWh
  • Level 3 Chargers: $0.40 per kWh
    
• For Public Users:
  • Level 2 Chargers: $0.40 per kWh
  • Level 3 Chargers: $0.80 per kWh

An overstay fee of $10/hour will be imposed on vehicles left in Level 3 charging spots after their charging session has completed.

Users that registered for the Powerflex app using their Caltech or JPL email will automatically qualify for the Caltech charging rate. Caltech/JPL Personnel that are registered for the app with their personal email can use the EV Charging Form to have their email added to the user's list for the Caltech/JPL rate.

For more on the cost increase, please see the memo from the AVP of Facilities.

For information about using the PowerFlex app, please visit the PowerFlex FAQ page

Level 2 Chargers:

Level 3 Chargers: