Knowledge base

Everything you need to know about EV charging in a VvE.

VAT, Renewable Fuel Credits, dynamic pricing, charging infrastructure and more. Clear explanations for boards, property managers and residents, without the sales pitch.

This knowledge base is a translation of the Dutch original. The Dutch texts are authoritative; in case of any discrepancy the Dutch version applies.
Basics 6 min

How does EV charging work in a VvE?

A VvE (Vereniging van Eigenaren, the Dutch homeowners association for apartment buildings) is fundamentally different from charging at home. Not understanding this leads to problems sooner or later.

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Basics 5 min

The role of the property manager

The EV charging dossier is seen by many property managers as a burden. It doesn't have to be - with the right organisation in place.

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Basics 6 min

AGM decision-making: rights, obligations and practice

How do you present a charging facility to non-EV residents? And what are the options if the meeting votes no?

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Technology 7 min

What is charging infrastructure?

Installing a charging point is the easy part. The infrastructure behind it determines whether your charging facility still works in ten years.

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Technology 5 min

What is a CPO and why does your VvE need one?

A Charge Point Operator handles the billing of charging sessions. But not every CPO understands the unique position of a VvE.

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Technology 5 min

How do I start a charging session?

Open access, RFID card, app or email - there are several options. Which does your VvE choose, and what are the trade-offs?

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Technology 5 min

Grid congestion & grid connection

Grid congestion sounds like a problem you cannot solve. That is not the case - smart charging is the solution, and it also saves money.

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Technology 4 min

Dynamic Load Balancing explained

Without load balancing, only a handful of charging points fit on a standard connection. Smart distribution makes room for many more.

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Technology 5 min

What to look for when choosing charging points

Cheap rarely means cheaper. Especially when large amounts of power flow through every day and reliability is critical.

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Technology 4 min

Green energy mix: how green is your charging power?

When you charge determines not only what you pay - but also how much CO2 your car emits. The difference can be significant.

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Costs 7 min

How is the price per kWh determined?

The kWh price a resident pays is not arbitrary. It consists of several layers - and choices can be made at each layer.

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Costs 7 min

Allocating the cost of charging infrastructure

The installation is the largest investment. How do you finance it, and who pays what? There are three scenarios - each with different consequences.

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Costs 5 min

The business case: EV drivers vs. non-EV residents

Non-EV residents initially see only costs. But the picture is more nuanced than they might think.

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Costs 5 min

Subsidies & financing for VvEs

Several schemes make installing a charging facility more financially attractive. Not always well known among boards.

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Costs 5 min

Renewable Fuel Credits (ERE): what do they yield?

Renewable Fuel Credits (ERE, or Emissie Reductie Eenheden in Dutch) are an underestimated revenue source for VvEs with a charging facility. Every kWh charged generates income - provided it is properly registered.

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Costs 5 min

How does billing work?

From plugging in to the invoice in the VvE accounts: this is how the money flows.

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Tax 7 min

VAT & the VvE: when do you become VAT-liable?

VAT around EV charging is complex. Avoid it where possible. But if it does apply, there are also benefits - and we will take you far.

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Tax 5 min

Energy tax for VvE charging facilities

Energy tax is levied in bands based on consumption. VvEs with a large connection fall into a different band than home chargers.

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Tax 5 min

Energy contracts & dynamic pricing

Which energy contract suits a VvE charging facility? And why will that choice matter even more from 2028?

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Technology 5 min

Consumption monitoring: always insight into your energy use

Knowing what your VvE consumes is the foundation for smart decisions. Our partnership with MeterMonitor makes this possible.

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Future 6 min

The future of EV charging in VvEs

The charging sector is evolving rapidly. Regulations change, technology moves fast. What is coming?

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Questions?

A specific question about your situation?

Our articles give general context. For your specific VvE we run a quickscan or schedule a call.