What are the benefits of workplace EV charging?

According to a recent YouGov survey commissioned by Monta, over 52% of surveyed electric vehicle drivers didn’t have access to a charge point at their place of work.

But did you know that there are significant benefits for both employees and businesses by investing in workplace EV charging points?

Keep reading to learn about the benefits of workplace electric vehicle chargers.

1. Futureproof your workplace

There are approximately 1,145,000 battery-electric cars in the UK, and there’s no sign of EV uptake slowing down. Add the looming ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in 2035 into the mix, and it’s evident that electric vehicle charging infrastructure at the workplace will soon become the norm.

If you take advantage of the opportunities for EV charging available now, not only will you be prepared for the future, but you’ll reap significant benefits now by staying ahead of the curve and positioning yourself as an innovative, socially responsible business.

You’ll win favour from visitors that have gone electric, too – whether clients, potential investors or otherwise – if you can accommodate EV drivers in 2024, especially if charging is free.

2. Improve employee retention 

With rising living costs in the UK, your employees will be looking for ways to save on expenses. And if you invest in workplace electric vehicle infrastructure and allow free or subsidised charging sessions, you’ll boost morale and productivity while simultaneously encouraging in-office working from the cheaper travelling costs.

Not only that, but providing EV charging facilities at work offers more convenience for employees. Some staff members may not have access to a home charger and will rely on the public charging network. By providing workplace charging infrastructure, you can increase accessibility and decrease any lingering range anxiety. This, in turn, will increase loyalty and add more value to your business’ benefits package.

3. Attract new talent 

The introduction of workplace EV charging infrastructure may aid in attracting and expanding your talent pool, including electric vehicle drivers and more environmentally conscious applicants.

In fact, new research shows that Gen Z workers opt for businesses with real sustainability plans in place, with a third of Gen Z workers rejecting job offers based on a company’s green record. Ensure you don’t miss out on up-and-coming talent by investing in workplace EV charging facilities.

4. Signal sustainability initiatives

Transport is the biggest polluter in the UK. So, by installing EV charging facilities, you can reduce your company’s carbon footprint while simultaneously signalling to the public and employees that you are implementing green initiatives. Not only does this action promote your business’s reputation, but it also encourages your staff to make the switch to electric.

Additionally, with access to advanced backend analytics via your smart workplace EV charger, you can further monitor your electricity usage and take additional action to decrease your company’s carbon emissions.

Or, if you want to go the extra mile, you could invest in a solar-compatible workplace EV charging solution. So, as long as you have a solar PV system, stakeholders can charge with more renewable solar energy.

5. Financial incentives

Reduce costs

If your fleet is electric, you’ll already be garnering multiple benefits, such as reduced emissions and no road tax. But an additional advantage is that you can reduce running costs by charging your fleet at your workplace instead of utilising expensive public EV chargers. 

Further savings can come from utilising smart feature functions, such as charge scheduling (where you can set your fleet to charge during off-peak hours when there is cheaper, greener electricity), which can further maximise your cost savings.

Generate revenue

You can make additional revenue by billing visitors and/or employees when they charge their electric vehicles. And, with more complex backend office systems such as FUUSE, you can set different tariffs for different users.

Furthermore, you could even open up your EV charging facilities to nearby public EV drivers and charge a premium for them to charge at your offices. Not only do you can make revenue from this expansion, but you are simultaneously increasing brand awareness, especially if you put your workplace on EV charging maps, such as Zap-Map.

Grant funding

The cost of investing in electric vehicle charging infrastructure can often be a barrier to EV adoption, whether you’re part of the commercial or domestic market. But did you know there are thousands of pounds worth of government grant funding available for offices and workplaces? 

1. The Workplace Charging Scheme 

Up to £14,000 of government funding is available towards the purchase and installation of electric vehicle chargers with the Workplace Charging Scheme. The voucher-based scheme is limited to £350 per socket up to 40 sockets.

Any registered business, charity or public sector organisation can apply so long as they meet the eligibility criteria. 

The deadline for final applications is March 2025, so make sure to take advantage of the WCS grant while you still can.

2. The EV Infrastructure Grant for Staff and Fleets

A further £15,000 is available with the EV infrastructure grant for staff and fleets. This substantial grant aid can be used towards investing in EV charging infrastructure now or preparing your business for EV chargers in the future.

Small to medium-sized businesses can claim the EV infrastructure grant so long as they have a car park and no more than 249 employees. Moreover, the company must be registered at Companies House or VAT registered with HMRC. 

The EV infrastructure grant and the workplace charging scheme can be used together, meaning up to nearly £30,000 of government funding is available for workplaces to invest in EV charging facilities. 

Call our commercial team to learn more about the available workplace grants at 03333 44 00 16. We offer complete grant-subsidised charging solutions from enquiry to post-installation, including the handling of all grant paperwork.

Summary:

• The benefits of workplace EV charging include futureproofing your workplace, promoting employee retention, attracting new talent, improving sustainability initiatives, and financial incentives.
• Grant aid is available for the supply and installation of workplace EV chargers with the Workplace Charging Scheme and the EV infrastructure grant.

Are you interested in workplace electric vehicle chargers?

At We Power Your Car, we can supply and install workplace EV charging stations for the workplace nationwide. No matter the size, we can cater to your individual EV charging needs, creating a bespoke workplace EV charging solution for your business. 

We organise every step of your installation, from initial enquiry to post-installation back office system walkthrough. And that includes grant applications, charger choice and installation design.

Read our recent workplace EV charger installation case study at Kelling Group to learn more about how we offer an end-to-end solution.

Call our commercial team today at 03333 44 00 16 to discuss workplace charging solutions. Alternatively, contact us for more information or any queries you may have.