Workplace Charging Scheme
- Opening date: 1 April 2022, 12:01am (Midnight)
- Closing date: 31 March 2025, 11:59pm (Midnight)
The Workplace Charging Scheme provides support for organisations towards the cost of installing up to 40 electric vehicle chargepoint sockets at their sites.
The scheme covers up to 75% of the total costs of the purchase and installation of EV chargepoints (including VAT), capped at a maximum of:
- £350 per socket
- 40 sockets across all sites per applicant – for instance, if you want to install them at 40 sites, you will have 1 socket available per site
It is open to eligible:
- businesses
- charities
- public sector organisations
- small accommodation businesses
There is a separate scheme with a different grant amount for state-funded education institutions.
All chargepoints must be installed by an OZEV authorised installer.
Workplace Charging Scheme for state-funded education institutions
- Opening date: 5 February 2024, 12:01am (Midnight)
- Closing date: 31 March 2025, 11:59pm (Midnight)
Grant for eligible state-funded education institutes to provide support towards the costs of the purchase, installation and infrastructure of electric vehicle chargepoints.
Summary
This grant is for state-funded schools and education institutions to install electric vehicle chargepoint sockets at their site(s).
You can get 75% off the cost to buy and install chargepoints up to a maximum of:
- £2500 per socket
- 40 sockets across all sites (this includes any applications made previously through the Workplace Charging Scheme.
Successful applicants will receive a voucher that is valid for 180 days from the date of issue. The installation must be completed within this time.
You must use an authorised installer to install authorised commercial chargepoints.
Allowing public use of chargepoints
If you want to open your chargepoints to the public and charge for usage, you will need to ensure you comply with the Public Chargepoint Regulations 2023 and associated guidance.
Electric vehicle infrastructure grant for staff and fleets
- Opening date: 1 April 2022, 12:01am (Midnight)
- Closing date: 31 March 2025, 11:59pm (Midnight)
The grant provides small and medium-sized businesses money off the cost of installing electric vehicle (EV) chargepoints and supporting infrastructure for their staff and fleet vehicles.
Summary
This grant is for small and medium-sized businesses.
An EV infrastructure grant gives you money off the cost of wider building and installation work that’s needed to install multiple chargepoint sockets.
The work can be for sockets you want to install now and in the future. For example, an EV infrastructure grant can cover things like wiring and posts.
The grant covers 75% of the cost of the work, up to a maximum of £15,000. You can get:
- up to £350 per chargepoint socket installed
- up to £500 per parking space enabled with supporting infrastructure
You can receive up to 5 grants across 5 different sites.
Electric vehicle chargepoint grant for renters and flat owners
- Opening date: 1 April 2022, 12:01am (Midnight)
- Closing date: 31 March 2025, 11:59pm (Midnight)
The grant provides electric vehicle (EV) drivers who are renters or own a flat with support towards the costs of the purchase and installation of EV charge points.
Summary
An electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint grant can help towards the cost of installing an electric vehicle chargepoint socket at your property.
You can get 75% off the cost to buy and install a socket, up to a maximum of £350.
You can apply for this grant if you either:
- own and live in a flat
- rent any residential property (this includes properties under the shared ownership scheme)
You must own an eligible vehicle and your home must have its own private off-street parking space.
Read the section of this guidance on Eligibility for more information about who can apply.
How to Apply
- The application process involves submitting an application through the designated government portal. It’s important to ensure that all criteria are met and that the necessary documentation is provided*.
Benefits of the Grants
- These grants not only reduce the initial financial burden of installing EV chargers but also encourage property owners to support the EV movement. By increasing the number of available charging points, the grants help to make EV ownership more practical and appealing.
Impact on the Environment
- By facilitating the installation of EV chargers, these grants contribute to the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. They play a crucial role in the transition to a low-carbon economy and help in combating climate change.