Sustainability

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations (EVCS)

SFSU offers several charging options for electric vehicle (EV) drivers. As part of our commitment to offer secondary plug-in charging option, and in support of sustainability initiatives, we have partnered with ChargePoint to install EVCS on campus.

Update to EV Charging Rates – Effective October 1, 2025

Per the CSU Commercial EV Charger Requirements and the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s (CDFA) Division of Measurement Standards (DMS) Zero Emission Vehicle Fueling Program, all commercial EV chargers must transition from time-based pricing to energy-based pricing. These chargers will also be subject to inspection and verification by local County Sealers of Weights and Measures.

Rates

To comply with these statutory requirements, San Francisco State University will update EV charging rates as follows:

  • SFSU Community (students, faculty, staff): $0.29 per kWh (valid parking permit required while charging)
  • Public Users: $0.35 per kWh (the $6.25 session fee covers the daily parking permit while charging)
  • This replaces the current flat rate of $1.00 per hour (and $1.50/hr for public users)

Idle/Overstay Fee Policy for EV Charging Stations

  • Idle/overstay fee: $0.25 per minute
  • Active during: 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. (weekdays)
  • Maximum daily fee: $45 per charging session

EVCS On-Campus Locations

  • Lot 20 Parking Garage
  • 36 Level II located on the West Side (Upper-Level Entrance)
  • 4 Level II located in Lot 2

Using the Charging Stations

Read about how to use the charging stations and your responsibilities.

Before you can begin charging, campus members must first register with our office and be verified to receive the discounted campus pricing. Once verified, an email will be sent with a “connection” access code. University stations require campus members to establish a “connection” with ChargePoint to begin using the chargers. Follow the instructions to connect for access to EV charging stations on campus:

  1. Sign up for ChargePoint or log in to your account in the ChargePoint app.
  2. To connect to SFSU as a campus member, open the main menu then click “Account.”
  3. Click “Connections.”
  4. Enter the connection access code GatorEVs then click “Apply”.
  5. Enter required information, accept terms and conditions and click Submit Request.
  6. Only current SFSU students, faculty and staff can take advantage of the campus discounted pricing.
  7. Once you’re approved, you’ll be able to start a charge and have visibility to university stations on campus in the ChargePoint mobile app.
  • A parking permit is needed at all times.
  • EVCS parking spaces should only be used when charging a vehicle. Users should be considerate of the needs of fellow campus members and move their vehicle to another parking spot once their vehicle is fully charged. Sharing EVCS allows multiple users to charge their vehicles during the day. The University reserves the right to impose fees for idle time when hooked up to an EVCS.
  • Users are prohibited from manipulating EVCS in any way. Such actions will be subjected to fines and/or suspension of charging privileges.
  • Hourly rate fees will be charged for use of the EVCS.
  • Idle/Overstay Fees apply for EV Charging Stations.
  • The University reserves the right to adjust fees and rates as necessary.
  • All users will be required to register with ChargePoint to use the university EVCS. San Francisco State University does not assume liability of any damage to your vehicle resulting from the use of these stations nor for theft, fire or damage to any vehicle or any articles left therein. Use of the EVCS is at the vehicle owners’ risk and by using the charging stations, users hold the university harmless for any damages as a result of use of the EVCS.
  • Users must contact ChargePoint directly by calling 1-888-758-4389 for any customer support, refund requests, questions or issues associated with an EVCS.
  • Charging Stations are reserved for electric car parking only while charging.  Unplugged vehicles will be cited per section 21113(A) CVC.
  • A SFSU parking permit is needed at all times. Vehicles will be cited per section 21113(A) CVC.

The Office of Parking and Transportation has the right to restrict use, make changes to existing EVCS and/or eliminate EVCS without notice.

Electric vehicle charging station stalls may be closed for special event parking, maintenance and construction.