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As part of the university’s ongoing commitment to sustainability and the environment, several on-campus electric vehicle (EV) charging stations have been upgraded to include EV charging management software. This upgrade will help improve the experience of those using EV charging stations, while continuing to support the growing number of EVs on campus.

ChargePoint benefits

• Smoother, more reliable charging process: Use the to find available stations, start your charge, and monitor your progress, all from your mobile device.

• Better access: The new system makes charger management more efficient, ensuring that chargers are available when you need them.

Using the charging stations

Beginning Thursday, May 1, it will cost $3 an hour to charge your vehicle on campus. Note: The hourly fee will apply the entire time the vehicle is plugged in, even after a vehicle is fully charged. Drivers should move their vehicles after charging is complete to allow others the opportunity to use the system. 

Payments must be made directly through the . You’ll need to on your mobile device, and create an account, before using a charger on campus.

For detailed instructions on how to use the chargers, see the page on the ChargePoint website.

Important notes and guidelines

• You must have a valid parking permit or day pass properly displayed when parking in an EV charging parking stall and/or using an EV charger.
  • Permit holders with card access can visit the Parking Services office in the Gordon Willey building to pick up an EV dashboard pass, which they can display in their vehicle to show proof of a valid permit and avoid ticketing.
  • Permit holders with a valid hang tag for a different lot may park in the EV charging stall while they are using the chargers, if their hang tag is displayed.
• Any unauthorized or improperly parked motor vehicle will be ticketed at the vehicle owner’s risk and expense.

Electric vehicle charger locations

All stations are equipped with a ChargePoint .

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• Charles Hall: three stations/six ports
• Software and Informatics Research Centre: three stations/five ports

Durham College (DC) (12 ports total)

• Commencement Lot: two stations/four ports
• Founders Lot 1: one station/two ports
• Student Services Visitor Lot: two stations/four ports
• DC Whitby Campus Lot: one station/two ports

Thank you for your continued support as the university works toward a more sustainable future on campus. For more information, contact Parking Services.