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What Is Included
The fully funded model covers everything a site owner would normally pay for. That means supply and installation of all charging hardware, groundworks and cable trenching, DNO applications and any grid connection upgrades, insurance for the charging infrastructure, ongoing maintenance and repairs, 24/7 UK based driver and site support, energy procurement and management, and the payment and billing platform.
You do not pay for any of this. The provider recoups the investment through charging revenue over the contract term.
How the Revenue Works
Drivers pay per kWh at competitive public rates. Current UK averages are 52p to 60p per kWh for fast chargers and 76p to 80p per kWh for rapid chargers. The revenue from those sessions is split between the provider and the site owner.
Typical revenue share arrangements give the host site between 10% and 30% of net revenue. The exact split depends on site location, expected usage, charger types, and contract length. Higher traffic sites generally negotiate a better share.
You receive quarterly reports with full transparency on usage, income, and charger performance. No hidden fees. No surprises.
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How It Compares to Owning Outright
With the client funded route, you pay for the installation upfront and keep 100% of the revenue. You own the chargers outright. That means higher initial cost but faster return once the investment is recovered.
The fully funded route removes all financial risk. No capital outlay. No maintenance costs. No operational burden. The trade off is sharing a portion of revenue with the provider over the contract term.
Neither option is better in absolute terms. It depends on your capital position, risk appetite, and how involved you want to be in day to day operations.
Contract Terms
Fully funded agreements typically run for 10 to 15 years. At the end of the term, ownership options are discussed. Some contracts include buy out clauses at agreed intervals.
Throughout the contract, the provider handles all operations. You focus on running your venue. The chargers work in the background with minimal involvement from your team.
We offer both routes. Fund it yourself and own 100%, or go fully funded through EV-ME. We recommend whichever option makes the most sense for your site.
