Epic Charging gained network provider approval in New Jersey for multi-sector EV deployments

ExecSum

Epic Charging has been approved as a network provider for Orange and Rockland Utilities in New Jersey, positioning the company to support large-scale EV charging deployments across commercial, multifamily, fleet, and residential sectors under the state’s Charge Ready program.

Why this matters

New Jersey is moving beyond pilot programs to infrastructure at scale. Epic’s approval—coupled with aggressive financial incentives—signals that the state is addressing the two biggest deployment barriers: upfront capital and operational complexity. When you remove those friction points, you accelerate adoption across the segments that matter most for electrification momentum.

Key insights

• Epic is offering zero-interest financing with up to 90% savings on make-ready costs for both Level 2 and DC fast charging installations—essentially eliminating the capital barrier for most projects
• The state has already deployed 72 commercial Level 2 ports and 20 DCFC plugs according to a recent Board of Public Utilities report, establishing baseline traction
• Epic’s platform runs on open-protocol OCPP software with 24/7 US-based support, charger migration capabilities, and full rebate compliance infrastructure—critical for operators managing multi-site deployments
• Rockland Electric Company (RECO) customers get up to 75% demand charge offsets plus targeted support for Clean Fleet EV programs, making fleet electrification financially viable for operators with tight margins

Our take

Epic’s selection reflects New Jersey’s shift from incentivizing individual charging stations to building out network-level infrastructure. The combination of deep financial incentives, open-protocol technology, and dedicated fleet support creates a replicable model for states serious about electrification. This is what programmatic infrastructure buildout looks like when it’s designed to scale.