Table of Contents:
- What is the 2024 electric charging station bonus?
- How to apply for the 2024 electric charging station bonus
- The benefits of the bonus
- Bonus timing and deadlines
In the context of constant and growing environmental awareness and the need to strongly reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the transition to electric mobility is gaining more and more importance day by day.
At this rate, a crucial tool for encouraging the adoption of electric vehicles is represented by bonuses for the installation of Charging Stations. In 2024, the electric charging station bonus represents a fundamental pillar of policies aimed at promoting sustainability in the transport sector. But how can companies apply for it?
What is the 2024 electric charging station bonus?
The 2024 Electric Charging Station Bonus is a government initiative introduced by the Ministry of Environment and Energy Security (MASE) for businesses and professionals. It is specifically designed to encourage companies to invest in electric charging infrastructure, with the aim of reducing emissions while promoting the use of sustainable means of transport.
Thanks to the bonus, it is possible to recover a good portion of investments incurred for the purchase and installation of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, up to 40 percent of eligible expenses. Currently, eligible expenses incurred after November 4, 2021, related to:
- the purchase and installation of charging infrastructure, including the costs of installing charging stations, electrical systems, strictly necessary construction work, and monitoring systems and devices;
- The connection to the power grid (within the maximum limit of 10%);
- the costs of design, construction management, safety and testing (up to a maximum of 10 percent).
To whom is it addressed?
The 2024 electric charging station bonus is aimed at two types of individuals:
- enterprises of any size, operating in all sectors and throughout Italy, meeting the requirements of the regulations;
- Professionals who meet the requirements of the regulations.
How much will the 2024 electric charging station bonus amount to?
To date, the resources initially allocated are 87.5 million and divided into different categories according to the value of infrastructure purchase and installation.
- 70 million for the purchase and installation of charging infrastructure with a total value of less than 375,000 euros by companies;
- 8 . 75 million for the purchase and installation of charging infrastructure with a total value of 375,000 euros or more by companies;
- 8.75 million for the purchase and installation of charging infrastructure by professionals.
How to apply for the 2024 electric charging station bonus
It is already possible to proceed with the application for the bonus as of 12 noon last March 15, 2024, for all eligible individuals. But the modalities will be different depending on the total value or depending on the applicant.
If the request is submitted for the purchase and installation of charging infrastructure with a total value of less than €375,000 by companies or professionals who meet the requirements, the application must be submitted online via Invitalia's new Personal Area. Accessing it is very simple. Simply log in using SPID, electronic identity card (CIE), or national services card (CNS), select theCharging Stations incentive, and fill out the application in its entirety. To complete the process, you must have an active certified email address (PEC).
Otherwise, if the application is made for the purchase and installation of charging infrastructure with a total value of 375,000 euros or more by enterprises, the application must be sent compulsorily by certified electronic mail (CEM) to CRE1@postacert.invitalia.it.
The deadline for applications is 5 p.m. June 20, 2024.
The benefits of the bonus
Thanks to the 2024 Electric Charging Station Bonus, it is possible to obtain various benefits, not only in terms of costs and tax relief, but also in terms of corporate image and, above all, the environment.
- Reduced operating costs. Installing Charging Stations your company can encourage the use of electric vehicles, leading to long-term savings in operating costs.
- Corporate image and social responsibility. Investing in electric charging infrastructure and electric vehicle adoption can improve corporate image and reputation and demonstrate a commitment to environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility.
- Regulatory compliance. Investing in electric charging infrastructure and electric vehicle adoption can help companies comply with future regulations and avoid fines or penalties.
- Reducing environmental impact. Using electric vehicles and promoting the adoption of these technologies can help reduce the environmental impact of business operations. Electric vehicles produce zero local emissions during operation and help reduce overall greenhouse gas emissions.
Bonus timing and deadlines
For both businesses and professionals, applications for the 2024 electric charging station bonus opened on March 15, 2024, at 12:00 p.m., and will remain open until funds are exhausted or until 5:00 p.m. on June 20, 2024, whichever comes first.
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