The schemes, introduced by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO), are intended to facilitate the installation of charging points and address the growing demand for electric vehicle charging in the transport sector.
SPRILA: Private charging infrastructure for businesses
The Subsidy Scheme Private Charging Infrastructure at Companies (SPRILA) will begin on 24 September 2024, with an allocated budget of €42 million. This scheme is targeted at companies located in industrial estates or distribution centres and provides financial support for the installation of charging points.
Under SPRILA, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can receive up to 40% reimbursement for the cost of purchasing and installing charging points. Large companies are eligible for up to 20% reimbursement.
The scheme also allows businesses to apply for additional subsidies to cover the cost of stationary batteries, which can help manage grid capacity limitations by charging during the day and powering vehicles overnight.
Furthermore, companies can receive financial support for external advice related to the installation of charging infrastructure.
SPULA: Public charging infrastructure for heavy goods vehicles
The second scheme, the Subsidy Scheme for Public Charging Infrastructure for Heavy Transport (SPULA), will be available from 1 October 2024.
A budget of €15 million has been set aside for this initiative, which is aimed at expanding publicly accessible charging points for heavy-duty electric vehicles, such as trucks.
SPULA supports the development of a nationwide network of charging stations for heavy electric vehicles, promoting the construction or expansion of charging facilities to meet the needs of the freight and logistics sectors.