Important Notice: Erika Niedowski Memorial Electric Bike Rebate Program has reopened and is now accepting new applications. The Office of Energy Resources reopened the Erika Niedowski Memorial Electric Bike Rebate Program for applications on July 8th, 2024. E-bike purchases made prior to July 8th, 2024, will be eligible for retroactive rebates, provided they meet all existing program requirements.Additionally, OER has modified the requirements for the Erika Niedowski Memorial Electric Bike Rebate Program. These modifications took effect on July 8th, 2024. E-bike purchases made on or after this date must comply with all new and existing requirements to be eligible for the rebate program. Click here to view program modifications.Click here to apply to the Erika Niedowski Memorial Electric Bike Rebate Program.
Program Modifications Dear DRIVE EV Applicants, Please note that rebate amounts for NEW zero-emission vehicles have been adjusted due to limited funding availability. For vehicles purchased or leased before October 3, 2023, the standard rebate remains up to $2,000.00. However, for all purchases or leases on or after October 3, 2023, the new standard rebate amount for NEW eligible electric vehicles is up to $1,500.00. Effective 10/03/2023: Feel free to reach out with any questions: Energy.DriveEV@energy.ri.gov or 401-574-9100. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.