Here you can find a curated selection of useful resources relevant to Alternative Fuels policies and regulation.
Documents repository
Standards for EV smart charging: A guide for local authorities
The document "Standards for EV Smart Charging: A Guide for Local Authorities" is a comprehensive guide focusing on the integration of electric vehicles (EVs) into the power grid through smart charging. It provides insights into the importance of smart charging in optimizing energy use and grid stability, highlights the roles of various international standards in EV grid integration, and discusses future-proofing public charging infrastructure. The guide emphasizes the need for local authorities to be informed about evolving regulations and technical standards to effectively implement sustainable and adaptable EV charging networks.
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European Union (EU27)
Best practices guide for permitting and grid connection procedures for recharging infrastructure
This report highlights the key findings and recommendations from the Sustainable Transport Forum’s ‘public authorities’ (STF-PA) subgroup survey, conducted from September to December 2021, on the procedures of public authorities, and experiences of market participants with permitting and grid connection procedures for recharging infrastructure.
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EU27 + UK, Norway, Iceland, Switzerland, Turkey, Liechtenstein
Electric vehicle charging concessions

This guide focuses on the use of the “concession” model to help meet this target. It addresses a perceived need for greater understanding of concessions among public authorities, particularly at the local and municipal levels, where responsibility for EV rollout typically lies.
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European Union (EU27)
Call for tenders for the construction and operation of fast recharging stations at rest areas
This excerpt is from a document related to the allocation and operation of fast-recharging stations along Swiss motorways. It discusses the background of the issue, the call for applications, and the procedure for issuing permits for these stations. The document was specifically shared with the STF and translated by Swiss authority FEDRO.
Taxis 4 Smart Mobility Best Practices booklet
Taxis 4 Smart Mobility (T4SM) comprises a coalition of taxi organizations that share common goals, emphasizing innovation and social responsibility. Through the adoption of eco-friendly practices and the integration of technological advancements, the coalition is actively participating in the advancement of sustainable urban and rural environments. Its membership includes taxi companies from Austria, Denmark, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Switzerland, all of which contribute to and represent the taxi industry within their respective countries.
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European Union (EU27)
Germany call for applications for recharging infrastructure
The document related to the fourth call for applications for funding charging infrastructure for electric vehicles in Germany. The document provides information on various aspects of the funding program, including deadlines, grant levels, infrastructure requirements, application procedures, and reporting requirements. It also mentions the budget and the distribution of supported charging infrastructure on a regional basis. The document serves as a guideline for applicants interested in participating in the funding program and outlines the legal basis for the call.
Fire safety guidelines for recharging infrastructure in parking garages
This document focuses on the fire safety considerations associated with indoor car parks that accommodate electric vehicles (EVs). As EVs have become a common sight on our streets, the need for safe parking and charging in indoor car parks has gained prominence. The paper is authored by the IFV (Institute for Safety) to address key questions and provide guidance on this topic.
Standard set for recharging plazas
This document provides information about a "Standard Set" for charging plazas, which are innovative charging solutions for electric vehicles (EVs). Charging plazas are gaining popularity due to the increasing number of EVs on the road. The document outlines the rationale for creating this standard set and its intended purposes, including serving as a guideline for municipal governments and market parties, a reference for agreements and contracts, inspiration for policy development, and a basis for future public tenders and permits related to charging plazas.
Service benchmark or recharging stations assessment
This document is the "Service Benchmark Final Report" from June 2021, providing an overview of a service benchmark related to public charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs). The summary outlines the process of selecting and refining 15 key indicators used to assess the user-friendliness of these charging stations. These indicators were chosen through collaboration with EV experts, procurement experts, and supply chain partners.
Price transparency benchmark
The price transparency benchmark stems from the objective of the national plan to make prices transparent for end users. The benchmark measures the price transparency for publicly accessible charging stations in the Netherlands. By conducting benchmarks, we aim to achieve the following sub-objectives:
- To encourage supply chain partners to increase price transparency;
- To provide insight to stakeholders on the development and status of price transparency;