Finland will take a major step towards a more sustainable future when electric car charging points become mandatory in non-residential buildings with more than 20 parking spaces. The installation of charging points must be completed by 31 December 2024, especially in office, commercial and industrial buildings such as municipal offices, libraries, kindergartens, shopping and business centres, churches and parish halls. Property owners are responsible for proper installation, and failure to do so can result in a penalty payment.
Please note that the change in the law does not apply to:
- residential buildings if at least half of their floor area is occupied by residential use (e.g. housing associations and detached houses).
- buildings where no energy is used to maintain the indoor climate (e.g. for heating or cooling).
- buildings used by the defence administration.
- buildings owned and operated by micro-enterprises (less than 10 annual work units and up to €2 million annual turnover or balance sheet total).
A charging point under the law must have a capacity of at least 3.7 kilowatts and be designed for charging electric vehicles. In addition, the point must be equipped with either a Type 2 and/or CCS type connector.
Test whether you are covered by the obligation to install charging points for electric vehicles
On the website of the Finnish Transport and Communications Agency Traficom, you can find a handy tool to make an initial assessment of whether the obligation to install an electric vehicle charging point applies to your property. Click here to access the tool.
If your property is covered by the change in the law and an electric vehicle charging point has not yet been installed, contact us. 24 Center's expert team is ready to help. We'll provide you with experienced professionals to handle the installation of charging points quickly and easily, while ensuring that all legal requirements are met. If you're unsure how to proceed or need more information about your obligations, our customer service team is available 24/7. We offer support and advice according to your needs.
You can find out more about the legislation here.
Do you need an electric vehicle charging point for your home or housing company? Consider these things:
The heating pole can in some cases be used to charge an electric car, but we always recommend that a professional checks the suitability of the socket. Prolonged charging places a significant strain on the power grid and incorrectly sized sockets can overheat, even posing a fire risk. To ensure safety, a check is essential.
Installing an adapter or other charging device always requires a qualified electrician. 24 Center's experienced professionals can check your existing outlets and install safe charging points in your home or condominium.
Installing charging points in the parking spaces of the building will make charging easy and increase the comfort of living and the attractiveness of the apartments. Even if not everyone has an electric car yet, installing more charging points at once will save money in the long run. It is also easy to activate the charging points afterwards. If you are the decision-maker of a housing association, contact 24 Center for a competitive offer.
Our experience of installing charging points for electric vehicles
We work with Scanoffice importer, so you can get quality electric vehicle charging systems from us. Our charging equipment is designed to withstand Finland's varying weather conditions and is easy to adjust to your electric vehicle's charging needs. For example, at night, the charging power can be reduced because the car is on charge for a longer period of time without interruption. The charging systems we offer allow you to choose when to charge, so you can take advantage of lower electricity prices. In addition, the charging equipment can be integrated with solar panels, making electric driving more affordable and environmentally friendly.
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