Funding for electric vehicle charging

The Almshouse Association has recently held discussions with the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy on potential support for charities who wish to be more sustainable. As a result of these discussions, we are glad to report that almshouse charities can apply for the Workplace Charging Scheme.

What is the Workplace Charging Scheme?

The Workplace Charging Scheme is a government grant of up to £350 to support the provision of Electrical Vehicle (EV) charge points. The fund will cover up to 75% of the cost of buying and installing a charge point. The scheme was originally only available for select uses. However, after discussions with The Almshouse Association, it has been agreed that almshouse charities can apply for funding for any purpose, i.e. for residents or employees. There is also another scheme specifically for landlords which is open to organisations registered with Companies House or those VAT registered.

How can charities access the grants?

The grants are provided using the Workplace Charging Scheme. To access it, charities should:

• read the Workplace Charging Scheme: guidance for charities and small accommodation businesses – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) as this contains most information charities will need
• explore your options and prepare
• talk to EV charge point installers to get options and quotes. Go here to find installers in your area
• watch the Energy Saving Trust webinar series (Residential landowners Electric Vehicle Homecharge Scheme – Energy Saving Trust) on what you may need to consider.

If you run into any difficulties, please get in touch with Jack Baldan via jackbaldan@almshouses.org.

posted 28 April 22