Workplace Charging Solutions
Workplace charging
Providing charging points at your business for employee and visitor use is becoming more and more popular.
It’s convenient for them to charge their electric vehicles whilst they are parked up and attending your workplace and for businesses with an EV fleet, it’s essential for day-to-day operations.
What is the Workplace Charging Scheme?
Reduce EV charging costs for your business with the WCS Grant!
The Workplace Charging Scheme (WCS) is a government grant from the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) that helps businesses install electric vehicle (EV) charge points for their staff.
What’s available:
- Chargepoint grant: Up to £350 per chargepoint socket (capped at 40 sockets per applicant)
- Infrastructure grant: Up to £15,000 per building for staff and fleet infrastructure
- Commercial landlord grant: Reduces installation cost for owners of commercially let properties
Who can apply?
- Businesses, charities, public authorities, and small accommodation businesses (hotels, holiday accommodation, campgrounds etc.)
How does it work?
- Complete an online application.
- If successful, receive a voucher code.
- Present the code to your OZEV-approved installer (like Future Charging Solutions).
- The installer claims the grant after installation.
Benefits of installing EV charging stations:
- Cost savings: Save over £1,000 annually on fleet and employee fuel costs per 10,000 miles driven.
- Employee satisfaction: Offer employees convenient charging facilities.
- Tax advantages: Reduce “benefit in kind” tax on company cars.
- Sustainability: Reduce carbon footprint and embrace a green fleet.
Learn more and apply today!
- Visit the OZEV website for complete details and application link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/workplace-charging-scheme-application-form
