Great news for EV charging network operators in the U.S.! AMPECO has been officially listed as an eligible network provider on the Electric Power Research Institute’s (EPRI) Vetted Product List (VPL). This listing opens the door to utility rebates and incentive programs from the largest utilities across the country. These programs help offset the cost of EV charging infrastructure and are a critical part of scaling operations affordably.
Why the EPRI listing matters to your business
EPRI is an independent, non-profit organization that conducts research and development to improve electricity generation, delivery, and use. The EPRI Vetted Product List has quickly become the gold standard for EV charging equipment evaluation in the United States. Unlike other industry certifications, EPRI’s thorough vetting process requires documented evidence for every product qualification, ensuring only truly qualified solutions make the list.
This listing delivers direct benefits to your charging network:
- Accelerated rebate eligibility with major U.S. utilities that rely on EPRI’s VPL for program approval
- Simplified procurement process by eliminating the need for additional vendor qualification steps
- Deployment without delays by avoiding the red tape of utility-specific approved vendor requirements
- Access to funding opportunities across multiple states and utility territories with a single validation
The power behind EPRI’s industry authority
EPRI was founded in 1972 as an independent, non-profit organization. They collaborate with utilities, government agencies, and industry stakeholders nationwide to advance energy technologies and shape the future of the grid.
EPRI’s Vetted Product List (VPL) is the most comprehensive resource for EV charging equipment in the U.S. It helps utilities, state agencies, and industry stakeholders evaluate EV charging products against industry-developed criteria, utility input, and government regulations. It ensures EV charging equipment meets technical and regulatory standards.
The following utilities collaborate with EPRI in the vetting process for EV charging network providers and electric vehicle supply equipment:
- Southern California Edison
- Pacific Gas & Electric
- Portland General Electric
- National Grid Massachusetts
- Georgia Power
- Oregon Department of Transportation (Oregon DOT)
- PacifiCorp
- Salt River Project
- San Diego Gas and Electric
- Joint Utilities of New York (JU NY)
- ComEd
- And several others
This extensive utility network makes the EPRI listing particularly valuable for charging networks looking to deploy efficiently across multiple territories.
Addressing a significant industry pain point
As highlighted in industry reporting, the fragmented landscape of utility-approved vendor lists has been a persistent challenge for EV infrastructure deployment. According to industry experts, “There’s nothing more frustrating than having a great product/solution that’s perfect for a project, but not available because it’s not on a specific utility’s or state’s approved vendor list.”
AMPECO’s inclusion on EPRI’s consolidated VPL helps overcome this hurdle, providing your network with validation across multiple utility territories without the need to navigate separate approval processes for each region.
Meeting rigorous industry standards
AMPECO’s listing on the EPRI VPL confirms that our products meet stringent safety and functionality requirements. The comprehensive evaluation includes verification of essential industry criteria, including safety requirements, electrical compliance, and functional standards across multiple categories (UL 2594 for AC and DC EVSE, UL 2202 for DC charging, and wireless EVSE).
In AMEPCO’s case, the evaluation process focused on key area such as OCPP compliance, OpenADR integration, and robust security demonstrated through our SOC 2 certification. It also covered functional requirements like support for various payment methods, transparent pricing and fee visibility roaming capabilities and reliable data communication.
This validation ensures that charging networks using AMPECO’s platform can confidently deploy solutions that meet the required safety and operational standards for EV infrastructure across the United States.
Streamlined rebate process with AMPECO
Accessing utility incentives with AMPECO is straightforward. Customers must sign an updated Data Processing Agreement, authorizing AMPECO to share relevant program data. This step is necessary to finalize the agreement and ensure AMPECO can fully support the rebate process for your EV infrastructure
AMPECO’s competitive advantage in the US market
Since 2018, AMPECO has been delivering EV charging management solutions across more than 65 global markets, including throughout the United States. Our EPRI-listed platform offers key advantages:
- Complete charging support – Compatibility with all charging levels from Level 1 to DC Fast Chargers (50kW to 350kW+)
- Hardware freedom – Our hardware-agnostic platform works with all OCPP-compliant equipment
- CTEP/NTEP compliance – We meet measurement certification requirements for commercial transactions
- Enterprise-grade security – Industry-leading ISO/IEC certifications and OCPP 1.6J compliance
- Comprehensive reporting – Support for uptime reporting according to NEVI minimum standards CFR 680.116(b) calculations
Position your network for future growth
By partnering with an EPRI-listed platform provider like AMPECO, you can:
- Focus on growing your charging network rather than navigating complex regulatory requirements
- Streamline application processes for utility incentives
- Ensure full compliance with evolving industry standards
- Position your business for future federal funding opportunities
Visit our Global EV Charging Incentives Database for more funding opportunities worldwide.
Our EV charging experts can guide you on how you can claim maximum rebates and set your company on a path to long-term success in the American market.
