The combination of solar panels and charging point is increasingly common in homes. At first glance, it might seem that if you do not have an electric vehicle, there is no point in installing a charging point. But the combined installation of photovoltaic panels and charging points in homes where such vehicles are not yet available is becoming more and more common.
Iker Robles, Business Development Manager of VELTIUM is clear. "It is a case that is happening more and more frequently in homes, according to what our customers, the installers, tell us. Many LITE Uno and LITE Kubo chargers are being installed, our two domestic charging models that are integrated with photovoltaic generation, and not always with the intention of immediate use."
Robles shares some of the arguments his clients use when advising on a joint installation of panels and charging point:
First, installing an electric vehicle charging point along with the PV panels saves time and hassle in the future. If at some point you decide to purchase an electric vehicle, you will not have to go through the process of a new installation and the associated inconvenience and cost overruns.
In addition, combining the installation of the charging point with the solar panels allows taking advantage of the cost efficiency of the installation. By performing both installations at the same time, resources can be shared and overall costs can be reduced. Installers can optimize the design of the electrical installation required for the panels and the charging point, which can result in a more efficient and economical installation compared to doing it separately.
Finally, there is the possibility of obtaining a return on investment through the MOVES III plan, which can cover up to 80% of the cost of installing the charging point. These subsidies are currently available, but are expected to decrease (or even disappear) in the future, so taking advantage of these subsidies now can be a unique opportunity to significantly reduce the costs associated with the installation of the charging point.
It should also be remembered that, if an electric vehicle is purchased in the future, having a charging point integrated with the photovoltaic installation will allow the energy generated to be used to charge the vehicle's batteries in the most economical and efficient way possible, allowing the end user to enjoy completely sustainable mobility and zero emissions.
In conclusion, installing an electric vehicle charging point at the same time as the photovoltaic panels is a convenient and strategic option. It saves time and future hassle, optimizes installation costs, offers the possibility of obtaining a return on investment through subsidies and paves the way for the future electric vehicle, making the most of the solar energy generated. Considering this option is a step towards a more sustainable home and zero-emission mobility.