Which energy contract suits a VvE charging facility? And why will that choice matter even more from 2028?
Three contract types
Fixed rate - you pay a fixed price per kWh for the entire contract period. Predictable with no surprises, but you don't benefit when market prices fall.
Peak/off-peak - lower price outside peak hours, higher price during peaks. A good compromise for VvEs that already use smart charging but aren't ready to go fully dynamic.
Dynamic - the price follows the EPEX spot market per hour. The cheapest option with smart charging, as you automatically benefit from low hourly prices. Note the difference from a variable contract, where rates are adjusted quarterly when a fixed contract expires. That is the least desirable contract form and is something entirely different from a dynamic contract.
How our software helps
Our software advises residents when they plug in about the best charging times based on price and green mix. The development towards fully automatic control is underway. With a dynamic contract, you get the best results from this.
2028: grid management costs also become dynamic
From 2028, transport tariffs from grid operators will also become dynamic per time block. Those who transport power at peak times will pay more. All the more reason to choose infrastructure and software that are prepared for this now.
More on dynamic energy pricing: Jeroen.nl - dynamic energy