Charge Up EV Charging Grant - ROUND 3 GRANTS ARE CLOSED!
The WA Government is proud to support the rollout of electric vehicle chargers by co-funding approximately 50% of their costs through $15 million in grants for WA businesses. Thanks to the incredible success of the Charge Up EV Charging Grant Rounds 1 and 2, we’ve now completed Round 3. Stay tuned for upcoming grant opportunities—more funding rounds are on the horizon!
Are you taking advantage of the Charge Up EV Charging Grant? The WA Government specifically designed it to streamline the adoption of Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure (EVCI) for small to medium businesses, not-for-profit organisations, and local government authorities.
The Charge Up Workplace EV Charging Grant facilitates a cost-effective transition to EV charging by subsidising essential components such as AC & DC charging hardware, cutting-edge software, comprehensive EV charging solutions, and professional installation services.
As an approved supplier and installer of the Charge Up Workplace EV Charging Grant, our team at EVCI is not just ready, but fully equipped to provide you with expert guidance throughout the application process. We offer personalised advice and craft tailored charging solutions that align perfectly with your organisational needs, giving you the confidence to make the right choices for your business.
Want to learn more about EVCI and how we’ve helped other businesses with their EV charger infrastructure solutions?
Check out our Capabilities Statement here.
Round 3 applications opened on 8 October 2024 and closes on 30 June 2025*. Don’t miss out on this chance to initiate your transition to efficient EV charging and propel your business towards a sustainable future. Contact our EVCI experts today and let’s get started.
Grab your copy of the Round 3 Charge Up Workplace EV Charging Grant Project Guides below:
Project Guide for Public DC Charging
Project Guide for Destination Charging
Project Guide for Workplace Charging
For more information, please visit the WA Charge UP Workplace EV Grants page.
*Round 3 closes on 30 June 2025, or when available funding is fully committed.
Round 3 Grant Applications ARE CLOSED!
Who is eligible?
- Not-for-profits registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
- Local Government Authorities under the Local Government Act 1995
- Small and medium enterprises (SMEs) with fewer than 200 employees, not part of a large corporation (turnover under $250 million), including franchisees, landowners with eligible site occupants, and charge point operators for viable commercial sites with eligible users
Who is not eligible?
- Large businesses with a turnover over $250 million
- State and Federal government entities
- Residential businesses, holiday rentals, and home-run businesses
- Political organisations, unions, and organisations applying on behalf of others
- Residential customers
The grants co-fund up to 50% of costs for EV charging hardware, installation, maintenance, mandatory software subscriptions, and network upgrades (if needed).
What type of chargers are eligible?
Eligible chargers include single or dual-port AC or DC chargers, ranging from 7kW to 350kW, on the Charge Up Round 3 Approved List.
- Up to four chargers per site, with a maximum of five sites per applicant.
How is the installation funded?
Funding caps vary by location and charger size:
- Greater Perth: up to $5,000 per site for chargers up to 150kW; up to $10,000 for over 150kW
- Regional WA: up to $10,000 per site for chargers up to 150kW; up to $20,000 for over 150kW
(Amounts exclude GST and are subject to caps based on site conditions.)
What installation works are eligible?
- Civil works (e.g., trenching, laying plinths)
- Electrical upgrades (e.g., cabling, switchboard)
- Energy management systems (if needed)
- Hardware and software commissioning
- Credit card reader installation
- Electricity network upgrades (fees payable to Western Power, Horizon Power, or Boundary Power) with funding caps of $150,000 per site (Western Power) and $225,000 per site (Horizon Power).
What about software?
A two-year software subscription from an approved supplier on the Round 3 list is mandatory.
- Select your software before choosing chargers to ensure compatibility.
The following expenses are ineligible for funding support:
- Grant application costs
- Feasibility studies, business case development or council approval costs (if required)
- Chargers that have already been purchased and/or installed
- Chargers not listed on the approved EV charger list
- Software subscriptions not listed on the approved EV charger software list
- Additional charger cables (EV drivers typically carry their own)
- Ongoing costs to operate charger(s)
- Internet costs
- Electricity supply costs
- Salaries or staffing expenses
- Promotion or marketing costs (including signage)
- Optional costs such as bay painting, installing bollards and adding cable holders
- Equipment installed for future EV charging infrastructure.
Installation costs for your charger(s) depend largely on the need for extensive construction work and/or network upgrades, which alone can add approximately $50,000 to $100,000.
To help limit costs, you should collaborate with an EV installer or contractor to design your project, assess site needs, and provide quotes.
Note: Costs for project development and quote preparation are not covered by the Charge Up Gant Program.
What quotes do I need to obtain before applying?
You must get independent quotes for:
- EV charging hardware
- A two-year software subscription
- Charger installation
If network upgrades are required, also contact the Charge Up team for guidance before obtaining a quote from your provider.
Who should provide these quotes?
Quotes should come from qualified and independent professionals, such as:
- Approved Software Suppliers
- Electrical contractors
- EV charger installers
All quotes must clearly itemise costs for the following (from the Round 3 Approved List):
- EV charger hardware (manufacturer, type, size, model)
- Installation (civil and electrical works, including maintenance plan)
- Two-year software subscription (platform and provider)
Are there any costs that aren’t covered?
Yes. Costs outside these categories, including ineligible installation works, will not be supported by the grant and must be listed separately in the quotes.