This free EV charging offer is no longer active. For current pricing and information please visit the MCE Solar Charge listing on Plugshare.

MCE is offering free charging for electric vehicles (EVs) at our San Rafael office location in an effort to support our customers during this challenging time.

Instructions for free charging have been posted on our EV charging stations located at 1125 Tamalpais Avenue in San Rafael. MCE’s 10 EV charging stations will be free until further notice, with charging stations conveniently located just two blocks from downtown San Rafael’s Fourth Street. We encourage EV drivers who live in or near the area to take advantage of free EV charging at MCE Solar Charge when you visit essential businesses nearby to shop for food, pick up take-out meals, or receive medical care.

If you’re sheltering in place and have transitioned to charging your EV mostly at home, check out our recent blog post on home charging FAQs that can help you learn more about the best options for you at home.

MCE Solar Charge stations provide 100% renewably-powered EV charging in two ways:

  • When the sun is shining, the charging stations will draw energy from the solar array.
  • Any other time, MCE’s Deep Green 100% renewable energy will be used to support electricity needs with a mix of 50% wind and 50% solar.

MCE Solar Charge was built by Marin-based American Solar Corporation, with EV stations funded in part by the Transportation Authority of Marin and Bay Area Air Quality Management District. We are also excited to partner with the Transportation Authority of Marin on the Drive Clean Bay Area program, to help drivers transition to a zero-emission vehicle as part of our clean energy future. Check out more information about this program here.

To find MCE Solar Charge and other EV charging stations, visit the PlugShare map on our website’s EV Charging & Rates page, or use your preferred EV charging station locator app or map.

Payment is accepted via the Shell Recharge Solutions app or via credit card at the pay station. For your convenience we recommend downloading the Shell Recharge app from the App Store or Google Play before charging at MCE Solar Charge. 

For more information on other ways MCE can support you during the Shelter-In-Place order, read our recent blog post on energy affordability resources during COVID-19.