Learn How to Get Funding and Set Your Workplace Up for Success
There are so many EV charging options out there. It can be hard to sort through them. We lead you through the ins and outs of workplace charging options based on our experience.
Level 2 AC charging, which adds about 25 miles of range per hour, is well suited to most workplace charging. It helps drivers recover their daily commute (about 30 miles on average) in an hour or two and lets them move on so their coworkers can get a charge during the workday.
DC fast charging can add hundreds of miles of range per hour. It's not necessary for most workplaces because employee vehicles are parked for more than enough time during the workday to get a full charge. However, workplaces with many EV drivers, valet parking or constrained parking scenarios may benefit from DC fast charging.
Valet attendants can move cars in and out of fast charging spots, or employees can check their charging status in an app so they know when to move their car and let others get a fast charge.
Because DC fast charging can be more expensive, AC charging may also fit better in budgets, letting companies install more charging spots and serve more employees with EV charging.
Facilities managers will typically be involved in procuring the budget and managing installation for EV charging. ChargePoint makes it easy to fund and install charging with a subscription option that includes installation and maintenance.
EV charging helps attract, engage and retain employees. It’s a cost-effective, modern benefit that keeps you competitive. HR managers can advertise it on their websites, use it for company branding, mention it in interviews and more.
Sustainability is a key reason to invest in EV charging. Driving electric cuts a commuter's carbon footprint in half or more. A networked EV charging solution automates reporting on the greenhouse gas emissions avoided by EV charging, showing sustainability results with ease.
ChargePoint’s subscription solution, ChargePoint as a Service™, is a simple way for businesses to get started with EV charging. It includes installation and maintenance as part of a convenient annual subscription (you choose the term: 1, 3 or 5 years).
Energy solutions like ECO Site can help manage your EV charging costs by setting a ceiling for power use and avoiding expensive demand charges from your utility. This is crucial as more and more employees plug in, generating more demand for energy over time.
Grants, rebates, tax credits and other incentives are available to support EV charging in many locations worldwide. U.S. businesses are eligible for a 30% tax credit (up to $30,000) on the cost of EV charging hardware and installation. Many other funding programs are focused on workplace charging, and the total amount of public policy incentives potentially available to workplaces exceeds $1 billion in North America. We provide a comprehensive listing of funding opportunities and will walk you through the process of applying.
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EVs make great company cars because they have lower fuel costs. They also help leasing companies build a green brand as they serve more customers. ChargePoint can help global companies offer EV charging to employees at work and at home. No matter where you live, ChargePoint has a solution that works for you and your drivers.
