Investment, installation and management of electric vehicle charging points

There are currently various regulations that regulate different aspects of electric vehicle chargers, depending on whether their scope of application is EU, national, regional or local. Two of the most relevant regulations in Spain are: 

• Royal Decree Law 29/2021, which requires the installation of charging points in non-residential buildings with more than 20 parking spaces.

The ITC BT-52 regulation which regulates the technical requirements for installing a charging point for electric vehicles.

The total cost of installing charging points for electric vehicles varies depending on factors such as the type of charger, the location of the installation and site-specific conditions. However, there are options in which the company does not have to face any initial cost, as the investment is made by the operating company, as is the case with Eranovum.

In order to install chargers compared to other alternatives on the market, it is necessary to request a quote that includes a breakdown of concepts such as type of charger, labour, operating costs, permit and license procedures, civil works and maintenance, among other items.

At Eranovum it is not necessary to request a quote because we assume all the costs, we offer comprehensive project management and our maintenance is 24/7 during the term of the contract. 

Charging points for electric vehicles play an essential role in sustainability and emissions reduction, contributing to the protection of the environment and the transition to a cleaner future. They do this in a number of ways: 

• Encouraging the use of electric vehicles. As more charging points are installed, the transition to more sustainable and efficient electromobility is facilitated. 
• By reducing direct CO2 emissions. Electric vehicles emit zero gases while in operation.
• Integrating charging infrastructure with renewable energy self-consumption projects. Many charging points are combined with photovoltaic panels, generating clean energy to supply the installation. 
• Optimizing energy use. Intelligent load management systems control energy use, balancing demand on the grid and avoiding consumption peaks. These solutions schedule charging during periods of low energy demand, when the grid is supplied by renewable sources, or at night, when the need is lower.

Decarbonising freight transport, which is responsible for a significant part of CO2 emissions. The installation of charging points for commercial fleets and heavy electric vehicles allows companies to decarbonise their logistics operations.

The combined installation of self-consumption systems and charging points for electric vehicles offers a number of advantages from both an economic and environmental perspective. These are the most important ones:

• Savings on electricity bills
• Greater energy independence
• Reduced carbon footprint
• Compliance with the SDGs
• Optimisation of the use of renewable energy
• Compliance with current regulations
• Added value to the building
• Improved company image

In Spain, petrol stations that are obliged to have a charging point are those that have reached an annual sales volume of petrol and diesel A in 2019 equal to or greater than 10 million liters. The charging infrastructure for electric cars at these service stations must have a capacity of 150 kW or more.

In the case of service stations with sales between 5 and 10 million liters, an electric charging infrastructure with a capacity of 50 kW or more is required.

The cost of installing charging points for electric cars at a petrol station varies depending on factors such as the type of charger, the location and the specific conditions of the service station. However, there are options where the petrol station owner does not have to make any initial outlay, as the investment is made by the operator, as is the case with Eranovum.

In order to install chargers at petrol stations, compared to other alternatives on the market, it is necessary to request a budget that includes items ranging from civil works, operating costs, permit management and infrastructure maintenance. 

At Eranovum there is no need to request a quote because we assume all the initial costs, we offer comprehensive project management and 24/7 maintenance during the term of the contract with the petrol station.

Yes, there are subsidies for the installation of charging points at a petrol station.  In Spain, the subsidy programmes are: 

• MOVES Plan: offers subsidies for the installation of charging points. Depending on the type of applicant and the location of the petrol station, subsidies can cover between 30 and 80% of the total cost of the installation.
• Deductions in Personal Income Tax or Corporate Income Tax for taxpayers who have installed recharging points at the service stations they own.
• Financing from banks at low interest rates. Some financial institutions offer loans for the installation of EV chargers at petrol stations.

Local and regional programmes. In addition to support from the national government, there are also regional and local lines with their own aid. Depending on the location of the petrol station, it is recommended to consult specific initiatives with incentives for local projects that aim to install charging points for electric vehicles on their premises.

Having an electric vehicle charger at a petrol station provides a number of advantages both commercially and in terms of sustainability. As the number of electric cars increases, these benefits become increasingly significant. The most prominent of these are:

• Attraction of new customers to the petrol station and increased visibility.
• Generation of new sources of income for the business.
• Differentiation from competitors who do not have this service.
• Compliance with current regulations.
• Firm commitment of the service station to sustainability.