Are you a commercial or residential property owner or manager planning to equip your parking lots with charging stations for electric vehicles? Are you wondering about installation procedures, management and financing options for this equipment? Would you like to integrate this technology into your intelligent building projects? Whether you're an owner, lessor, condominium manager, property manager or lessee, this article is your guide to a detailed understanding of charging stations in the world of real estate for tertiary or land use.
The challenges of electric recharging in commercial property and real estate
The installation of charging stations for electric or hybrid vehicles in the parking lots of commercial or property buildings offers a number of advantages. Let's take a look at some of the key issues involved.
Ecological transition and regulation
Ce n’est plus un mystère, la recharge électrique favorise une diminution significative des émissions de CO2 et contribue à lutter contre la pollution de l'air. Elle s'aligne sur les réglementations actuelles, qui exigent des propriétaires qu'ils équipent les parkings d'infrastructures adaptées. Le Code de la construction et de l'habitation spécifie que les nouveaux bâtiments à usage tertiaire ou foncier doivent proposer au moins 10 % de leurs places de stationnement avec des bornes de recharge. Les bâtiments déjà construits doivent suivre cette règle lors d'éventuels travaux de rénovation impliquant leurs aires de stationnement.
Enhancing the value of our assets and attracting new tenants
The installation of charging stations is also a real opportunity, as they enhance the value of real estate assets by improving their attractiveness and sustainability. They represent a differentiating and loyalty-building asset for current and potential occupants, who appreciate a practical and environmentally-friendly offering. The installation can also be a source of revenue for owners, who can charge for the use of the charging stations. They can also claim a property tax credit of 30% on the cost of the installations.
Anticipating future user needs
Offering electric recharging solutions also means anticipating the expectations of users, who are increasingly turning to electric or hybrid vehicles. It is estimated that the number of electric and hybrid vehicles in France could reach 15 million by 2030. It is therefore crucial to have adequate recharging capacity to meet this growing demand. The use of intelligent charging stations, which remotely supervise their operation, pricing and maintenance, opens the way to optimizations and innovations that benefit both owners and users.
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Installation and management of charging stations: what owners need to know
Are you planning to equip your property with charging stations for electric vehicles? Congratulations, this is both an eco-responsible initiative and a service appreciated by users. However, a number of questions need to be answered: Which charging stations should I choose? How can they be financed? And what about maintenance? Here's an overview to guide you.
Terminal selection and technical criteria
When it comes to choosing the right charging stations, there are several technical criteria to consider: the power offered by the station, the type of socket, the charging mode, as well as connectivity and safety features. Bollards can vary from standard (3 to 22 kW) to ultra-fast (over 150 kW). Make sure that the charging station is compatible with your vehicles, and that your electrical network can handle the charge. Recharging modes are available in normal, accelerated or rapid, and are selected according to the desired recharging time. Connectivity enables remote control of the bollards, useful for management, while safety encompasses protection against power surges, short-circuits and other hazards.
Business models and infrastructure financing
The cost of installing charging stations varies according to a number of factors, with an average of 1,000 to 5,000 euros per charging point. To reduce this investment, several forms of financial assistance are available, such as the 30% property tax credit, Ademe subsidies and support from local authorities via specific programs like Advenir. As an interesting alternative, you can opt for an economic model that makes the installation profitable, such as charging for the use of the charging stations or leasing the equipment to a charging service operator.
Maintenance and operation of charging stations
La maintenance régulière des bornes de recharge est cruciale pour assurer un service de qualité et satisfaire les utilisateurs. Ce suivi comprend la vérification de la fonctionnalité, la disponibilité, la propreté et la sécurité des bornes. Prévoir des interventions pour toute panne ou acte de vandalisme est également nécessaire. La gestion de cette maintenance peut être assurée de manière interne, par un prestataire spécialisé, ou par un opérateur de recharge. Concernant l'exploitation, elle inclut la gestion des accès, des paiements, des réservations et des données qui peuvent être simplifiés à l'aide d'un logiciel de supervision. Cela permet un contrôle à distance, un paramétrage adéquat, la facturation et l'optimisation du service.
Integrating charging stations into Smart Building projects
Integrating charging stations for electric and hybrid vehicles goes beyond simply adding equipment to real estate parking lots. They are vital components of Smart Buildings, which represent the future of intelligent, connected and eco-responsible housing. They are essential for technical building management, connectivity, efficient data management and cutting-edge solutions for intelligent, adaptable recharging.
Compatibility with building management systems (BMS)
Building management systems control essential services such as air conditioning, lighting and security. It optimizes comfort, energy efficiency and safety. By integrating with the BMS, charging stations harmonize with the electrical network and interact with the control system, enabling remote management adapted to user requirements, electricity tariffs and network supply. The BMS can also synchronize charging with the building's renewable energy production, contributing to self-consumption and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.
Connectivity and data management: towards intelligent buildings
Data management and network connectivity transform buildings into intelligent environments that adjust to users' needs. Charging stations enrich this intelligence by collecting information on usage and offering analyses to optimize management and anticipate future demands, while enhancing the customer experience through tailor-made services. Kiosks integrated with other services or apps, such as reservation or payment, simplify usage for users.
Innovative solutions for smart, flexible charging
Charging stations evolve with technological innovation. For example, bi-directional charging stations not only charge cars, but also redistribute energy back to the grid or the building in the event of a surplus. This technology is known as V2G for "vehicle-to-grid". Mobile charging stations offer greater flexibility, as they can be moved around to charge without the need for cables.
Il est désormais évident que les bornes de recharge sont essentielles pour accompagner la vague croissante des véhicules électriques et hybrides. Pour les propriétaires et gestionnaires de biens immobiliers commerciaux et fonciers, elles représentent un avantage considérable. En optant pour ces installations, vous prenez part activement à la transition écologique, tout en valorisant votre patrimoine. De plus, elles renforcent l'attractivité des espaces locatifs et vous positionnent en précurseur face aux besoins évolutifs des utilisateurs.
Pour vous lancer dans cette voie d'innovation et de durabilité, nous sommes là pour vous guider. Contactez-nous dès maintenant pour discuter de votre projet d’installation de bornes de recharge, que ce soit pour un projet foncier, ou même un parking d'un établissement de santé ! Notre équipe vous accompagne pas à pas, de la sélection des équipements adéquats jusqu'au financement, sans oublier la maintenance et l'exploitation.
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