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Easy, convenient EV charging for everyone

Starting in 2035, all new passenger cars and trucks sold in Washington state will be electric. But, recent analysis from the National Renewable Energy Laboratory found 25% of residents don’t have a place to charge at home.

With Up & Go Electric for Public Pole Charging, PSE is partnering with local communities to ensure all residents have access to easy, convenient electric vehicle charging near where they live, work and play.

Pole Charging Trio

What is pole charging?

Unlike other PSE public charging stations, pole-mounted chargers are attached to curbside streetlights and utility poles. This increases the number of locations where chargers can be installed and saves on installation costs.

The chargers’ cords retract to keep them out of the way of pedestrians, and drivers use an app or debit/credit card to lower the chargers and pay.

These Level 2 chargers can add 10 to 25 miles of range to an electric vehicle’s battery per hour of charging. You can learn about the different types of EV charging here.


Helping drivers go electric with confidence

Pole-mounted chargers can help drivers be confident in their ability to switch to an electric vehicle when the time is right.

  • Access to charging for drivers living in apartments and condos
  • Convenient locations near businesses, parks and libraries
  • Available 24/7 for all EV drivers
  • Ability to charge while shopping and running errands at local businesses

We want to hear from you!

Help PSE plan this new network of public chargers by telling us where you want to see pole charging.

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Pole chargers in your neighborhood

Cle Elum
PSE installed new pole mounted Level 2 EV chargers in downtown Cle Elum, offering a convenient charging option near shops and restaurants. The chargers are mounted on utility poles to minimize footprint.
Cle Elum
PSE installed new pole mounted Level 2 EV chargers in downtown Cle Elum, offering a convenient charging option near shops and restaurants. The chargers are mounted on utility poles to minimize footprint.
Issaquah
PSE and the City of Issaquah partnered to bring the first pole charger in our service area to Issaquah—making EV charging more accessible for everyone. “Whether it's a visitor charging while hiking on the trails or a resident who doesn't have access to charging at home, this station helps make clean transportation possible for more people.” — Mayor Mary Lou Pauly, City of Issaquah
Issaquah
PSE and the City of Issaquah partnered to bring the first pole charger in our service area to Issaquah—making EV charging more accessible for everyone. “Whether it's a visitor charging while hiking on the trails or a resident who doesn't have access to charging at home, this station helps make clean transportation possible for more people.” — Mayor Mary Lou Pauly, City of Issaquah
CleElum
CleElum
Issaquah
Issaquah
Ask an Energy Advisor

Have questions about electric vehicles? We're here to help. Call us at 1-800-562-1482, Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. or contact us below.

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