UK government workplace voucher for EV home charger installation.

It’s a workplace voucher isn’t it ? I would imagine that the conditions attached to it preclude home installations.

if I’m wrong, I’d like to know.

Morning ​@Doc5555 and a warm welcome to the OVO Forum! I’ve awarded your EV Forum badge 😁.

Thanks for your help with this one ​@BobTom. I haven’t seen these vouchers personally, but I’ve found this page on the gov.uk website:

https://www.gov.uk/guidance/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-grants#:~:text=Workplace%20Charging%20Scheme,public%20sector%20organisations

It appears that these are only for use in the workplace - would your OVO supplied home count as your workplace ​@Doc5555?

Hi. it includes home office when you're working from home. I am eligible and have already received the voucher.

​@Doc5555 

Does it not tell you on the voucher how it should be redeemed?

EDIT: I’ve found the process; this information may be useful for others too.

You have to find an OZEV-authorised installer and have them claim the grant on your behalf.

If working from home then the chargepoint that you choose MUST be 

•      a chargepoint that is eligible for both residential and commercial use

  If you choose a residential only chargepoint from the list your claim will be declined.

See:

https://www.find-government-grants.service.gov.uk/grants/workplace-charging-scheme-2#eligibility

 https://www.gov.uk/guidance/workplace-charging-scheme-guidance-for-installers#overview-of-the-grant-process

To find an OZEV installer see:

https://www.gov.uk/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-installers

​@Nukecad thanks so much for this - very helpful indeed!

​@Nukecad The voucher is sent via email and is a code valid for 180days. My question is if Ovo accepts the voucher. I have had my survey and quote from Ovo. I have contacted customer service but no response yet.

​@Doc5555 I’ve asked around internally, will let you know as soon as I hear something.

​@Doc5555 hi again,

I’ve heard back internally and I’m sorry to say that OVO don’t accept those vouchers for charger installations - apologies.

Thanks Ben. That's really helpful although not good news as every little helps in these tough times.