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Easy charging without barriers: Requirements for barrier-free charging infrastructure

Leitstelle

This document outlines guidelines for creating accessible electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Germany. It addresses technical and organizational requirements to ensure that charging stations are user-friendly for people with disabilities, incorporating design standards for ease of use, accessibility, and safety. The guidelines emphasize the integration of universal design principles to enable independent usage by all, including those with physical limitations.

Type of document
Guideline
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Technical requirements
Language
German
Country
Germany
Task force
Task Force 5: Accessibility

Accessibility Requires Holistic Responsibility - Report on Accessible Charging Infrastructure

Report by Germany

This report, compiled by Sweco for Region Jämtland Härjedalen, analyzes the current state and responsibility for accessible electric vehicle charging infrastructure in Sweden. It highlights significant gaps in accessibility at public charging stations, affecting not only people with disabilities but also the elderly, pregnant women, and those with temporary impairments. The report underscores the need for clear regulatory standards and unified responsibility to ensure universally accessible charging facilities.

Type of document
Guideline
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Technical requirements
Language
German
Country
Germany
Task force
Task Force 5: Accessibility