Three ways to settle costs
| How it works | What you need | |
|---|---|---|
| CPO service at home | Your home charging sessions are recorded automatically and settled with your employer; you get the electricity costs back. | A charging station that can communicate with such a service, and an account with the service |
| Charge card from your employer | You charge at the office and at public charging stations; the costs go straight to your employer. | A charge card from your employer |
| Claim it yourself | You track your home usage and claim it, for example every month. | A MID-certified measurement of your charging station |
What is a CPO and what is an (e)MSP?
A CPO (Charge Point Operator) runs charge points: the software, recording charging sessions and billing. A CPO service at home records how much you charge per session and settles it with your employer. At a business location, a CPO also lets others charge, such as visitors, at a rate you set yourself.
An (e)MSP (e-Mobility Service Provider) issues charge cards and apps for charging at public charging stations. You often pay a small fee per month, per kWh or per session. Compare rates and conditions.
Claiming it yourself with a MID measurement
To claim costs yourself, you need a reliable measurement. Employers often ask for a MID-certified meter (MID refers to the European Measuring Instruments Directive). Some charging stations have that meter built in, such as the Zaptec Go 2. Then you don't need a separate meter. Ask your employer which method they accept.
Which charging station fits?
For business settlement, choose a charging station that can communicate with a CPO service or has a built-in MID meter. Otherwise the same choices apply as at home: socket or tethered cable, power and load balancing. Read Wallbox or charging station: what's the difference?