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A toolkit for planning and funding rural electric mobility infrastructure

Rural planning

The "Rural EV Toolkit Version 2" released in May 2023 by the U.S. Department of Transportation provides comprehensive guidance for planning and funding rural electric mobility infrastructure. It covers the basics of electric mobility, including types of electric vehicles (EVs) and charging infrastructure. The toolkit addresses benefits and implementation challenges of rural electrification, explores partnership opportunities, and outlines principles for planning and implementing EV infrastructure. It also provides an extensive overview of funding and financing options, federal programs, and additional resources for successful project execution.

Type of document
Guideline
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Planning
Language
English
Country
United Kingdom
Task force
Task Force 2: Guidelines, templates, graphics

Price transparency benchmark

NKL-Price-transparency_EN

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:

  1. To encourage supply chain partners to increase price transparency;
  2. To provide insight to stakeholders on the development and status of price transparency;
Type of document
Guideline
Audience
Grid Operators
Topic
Technical requirements
Language
English
Country
Netherlands
Task force
Task Force 2: Guidelines, templates, graphics

General permit for recharging infrastructure

CH_Example of a general permit

This excerpt is from a document related to a licensing procedure for the construction and operation of SLS (Service and Rest Areas) on the motorway network. The document discusses the allocation of rest areas to the operator based on an evaluation procedure and mentions the ownership of national roads by the Swiss Confederation.

Type of document
Template
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Permitting procedure
Language
German
Country
Switzerland
Task force
Task Force 2: Guidelines, templates, graphics

Service benchmark or recharging stations assessment

NKL service benchmark

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.

Type of document
Guideline
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Technical requirements
Language
English
Country
Netherlands
Task force
Task Force 2: Guidelines, templates, graphics

Supplement to the general licence for the construction and operation of fast recharging stations

CH_Technical requirements of FEDRO

This document supplements a general license and contains technical specifications related to the construction and operation of fast-recharging stations. It includes excerpts from an original document titled "Invitation to submit applications for the construction, maintenance, and operation of fast-charging stations at rest areas on motorways," which served as the basis for the applications for the general license. The supplement specifically focuses on the "Minimum requirements" and additional information provided under "Notes/Framework conditions," extracted from chapters 5.2 to 5.6 of the original document.

Type of document
Contract
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Technical requirements
Language
German
Country
Switzerland
Task force
Task Force 2: Guidelines, templates, graphics

Standard set for recharging plazas

Standard set for charging 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.

Type of document
Guideline
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Technical requirements
Language
English
Country
Netherlands
Task force
Task Force 2: Guidelines, templates, graphics

Call for tenders for the construction and operation of fast recharging stations at rest areas

CH_FEDRO_call for tenders

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.

Type of document
Contract
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Call for tender
Language
English
Country
Switzerland
Task force
Task Force 2: Guidelines, templates, graphics

Fire safety guidelines for recharging infrastructure in parking garages

Fire safety requirements

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.

Type of document
Studies and research
Audience
Regulatory Authorities
Topic
Technical requirements
Language
English
Country
Netherlands
Task force
Task Force 2: Guidelines, templates, graphics

Overview of funding opportunities for recharging infrastructure in Germany

Förderlandschaft-ENG_StandMai23

In Germany, electric vehicle owners have several options for public funding to support their EV charging needs. The snapshot provides comprehensive information on the various types of public funding available in different categories such as home recharging, office recharging, depo recharging, and more. It is a helpful guide for EV owners who want to take advantage of the available funding options and make informed decisions about their charging needs. The document is actual as per November 2023. 

Type of document
Guideline
Audience
Government Agencies
Topic
Planning

Call for applications for recharging infrastructure in Antwerpen

Antwerp call for tenders

The excerpt is from a document related to a call for applicants for a public service concession in the city of Antwerp for the provision, installation, and operation of charging infrastructure. The document serves as an information notice and specifies changes to the concession guidelines and answers to questions raised regarding the concession. It includes amendments to the assignment documents and addresses differences between the published concession document and the tender form.

Type of document
Template
Audience
Contractors
Topic
Call for tender