Alternative Fuel Stations in Huron, SD

Tax incentives and/or other rebates, credits, incentives or related initiaves for drivers of alternative fuel vehicles or for other uses of alternative fuel in Huron, SD.

Propane Tax Exemption

A licensed biodiesel producer may apply for and obtain a tax refund for state fuel taxes paid on methanol used to produce biodiesel. For more information, including how to apply, see the South Dakota Department of Revenue Motor Fuel Excise Tax website.

(Reference South Dakota Statutes 10-47B-167)

Alternative Fuel Tax

Liquefied natural gas (LNG), ethyl alcohol, and methyl alcohol are taxed at a rate of $0.14 per gasoline gallon equivalent (GGE) when used as motor fuel. Compressed natural gas (CNG) and propane used as motor fuel are taxed at a rate of $0.10 per GGE and $0.20 per GGE, respectively. For taxation purposes, the fuels are converted to GGEs as follows:

• One GGE of LNG is equal to 1.5536 volumetric gallons of LNG;
• One GGE of CNG is equal to 126.67 cubic feet of its natural service delivery line pressure;
• One GGE of propane is equal to 4.24 pounds per gallon of liquid at 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

(Reference South Dakota Statutes 10-47B-3 and 10-47B-4)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Fee

EV owners must pay an annual fee of $50, in addition to standard vehicle registration fees.

(Reference South Dakota Statutes 32-5-188)

Electric Vehicle (EV) Infrastructure Support

South Dakota utilities joined the National Electric Highway Coalition (NEHC), committing to create a network of direct current fast charging (DCFC) stations connecting major highway systems from the Atlantic Coast to the Pacific of the United States. NEHC utility members agree to ensure efficient and effective fast charging deployment plans that enable long distance EV travel, avoiding duplication among coalition utilities, and complement existing corridor DCFC sites. For more information, including a list of participating utilities and states, see the NEHC website.

Residential Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station Rebate - Black Hills Energy

Black Hills Energy offers residential customers a rebate of up to $500 for the purchase and installation of a Level 2 EV charging station. Rebates are available on a first come, first served basis. For more information, see the Black Hills Energy South Dakota Electric Residential Rebates website.