Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection
79 Elm St, Hartford, CT 06106
- Max power
- Up to 7.2 kW
- Level 2
- Charging ports
- 2
- J1772
- Price
- Free
- No charging fee listed
- Hours
- See hours
- 8:30am-4:30pm M-F
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection is a Level 2 station run by Independent at 79 Elm St in Hartford, CT. It has 2 charging ports with J1772 connectors and delivers up to 7.2 kw. Charging is free, and the site is open 8:30am-4:30pm M-F.
How long will charging take?
Range added per hour
~24mi
10% to 80%, 77 kWh battery
~8.3hours
Estimates for a typical long-range EV. Real times depend on your car's maximum charging rate, battery temperature, state of charge and whether power is shared between neighbouring stalls. How charging speed works
Connectors and compatibility
J1772
2 ports · 7 kW
AC
The universal Level 2 AC plug in North America.
Works with: Every non-Tesla EV and plug-in hybrid. Teslas charge with the J1772 adapter that ships with the car.
Pricing
Free
Network listing: “Free”
Location and access
- Address
- 79 Elm St
Hartford, CT 06106 - Coordinates
- 41.76329, -72.67863
- Hours
- 8:30am-4:30pm M-F
- Phone
- 860-424-3000
Questions drivers ask
How fast is Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection?
It is a Level 2 station delivering up to 7 kW, which adds roughly 24 miles of range per hour. It suits charging while you shop, work or stay overnight rather than a quick road-trip stop.
How much does it cost to charge at Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection?
Charging is listed as free. Parking fees or time limits may still apply.
What plugs does Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection have?
2 × J1772 (Type 1) up to 7 kW.
Is Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection open 24/7?
Listed hours: 8:30am-4:30pm M-F.
Source: U.S. Department of Energy Alternative Fuels Data Center (AFDC), station ID 46550. Last confirmed by the network on Jun 12, 2026; opened Feb 7, 2012.