We have explored the world of government EV charging grants available for EV Infrastructure, here are a few of the things we found out.
If you are a Flat owner / Occupier or a Person(s) living in rented properties you can claim up to £350 including VAT. You can find more information about the OZEV grant scheme here or on the Government page. This is an excellent way to start your Renewable Journey, contact us and we will get the ball rolling.
If you are a Landlord or other entity there is support available for you also per ChargePoint, with £350 towards the purchase and installation of a charge point socket.
If you as the Landlord have multiple properties, then please contact us we will then be able to provide the support you need to organise all of your sites
Residential Car Parks don’t miss out on the EV charging grant either, visit the website and scroll down to the “How Much Can You Claim” section. A handy couple of examples have been set out by the government also showing workings for 5 and 10 points. Contact us and let us know how many Charge Points you need and we will be in touch.
What’s available for Businesses / Fleet and Staff? There is information available on the Government website to find out more about EV charger grants for businesses. Most businesses will have a green agenda or sustainability charter or similar. Get in touch with us to discuss yours and see how else we can help
If your business needs Substantial EV Infrastructure across your sites (e.g. 40 sockets), visit the government webpage. If you choose to work with us, we need to know a few things about your sites. Get in touch so we can start working on your installation project with you. Plus, we can advise you on how to make the most of the sun and power your charge points using our Solar Panel Solution.
If you are from Local Authority then this is what you need to read for support for On Street Charging, send us your contact details, we will be in touch and start to work on your project with you, no street or town too big or small.
There is also further information on the Government’s Super Deduction / Capital Allowances scheme available.
We will be writing more blogs over the coming weeks to make sure you are kept as up to date as possible with everything renewable!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
This section is designed to provide clear, concise answers to your EV charger grant queries, including how to apply and the support available to businesses and local authorities.
As a business, you might be eligible for EV charger grants such as the Workplace Charging Scheme, EV Chargepoint and Infrastructure Grant for Landlords, and Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Grant for Staff and Fleets. Grants typically cover up to £350 per socket, with additional allowances for larger installations.
Yes, as a landlord, you can claim up to £350 per chargepoint socket. You can also claim an EV infrastructure grant to help you save money on the wider building and installation work needed to install multiple sockets.
If you own or rent a flat, or live in a rented property, you can claim up to £350 of the cost to buy and install a chargepoint.
Local authorities can access funding to help with the costs of buying and installing local and public EV charging stations under the On-Street Residential Chargepoint Scheme.
The number of EV charging stations you can claim for depends on your site and needs. For example, workplaces can apply for funding for up to 40 sockets under the Workplace Charging Scheme. Landlords can get up to 200 grants for residential properties and 100 grants for commercial properties each year.
Yes, you can harness renewable solar energy to power your EV charging stations. We can support you in integrating EV chargers with an existing or new solar PV system.
To apply for an EV charger grant, you’ll need to contact an authorised installer for a quote and advice. Our team can give you expert guidance on the financial incentives available, and guide you through the application process.
The cost of installing a commercial EV charging station will depend on your charger speed, the number of chargepoints you need, and your site’s electrical infrastructure.
Prices can range from a few thousand pounds for standard units to significantly more for large-scale rapid charging hubs. Government grants and finance options are designed to help reduce the upfront costs of EV charging stations and make them more accessible.
