WA Charge Up Grant
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Round 3 of the WA Charge Up Grants is now open! Take advantage of up to 50% funding for EV chargers and installation costs.
What is the WA EV ‘Charge Up’ Grant?
The WA EV Charge Up Grant provides funding support to small and medium enterprises, not-for-profits, and local councils to help install EV charging infrastructure and accelerate the transition to electric vehicles.
Funding is available until June 30, 2025, or until all funds are fully committed.
| Category | Coverage Details |
| EV Charger Purchase | 50% of the purchase cost for up to 4 EV chargers (7kW to 350kW) per site (up to 5 sites). |
| Installation Costs | 50% of installation costs, capped at: $5,000 in Greater Perth, $10,000 for regional and remote areas (chargers below 150kW). |
| Charge up Grant High-Powered Installation Costs | 50% of installation costs, capped at: $10,000 for Greater Perth, $20,000 for regional and remote areas (chargers 150kW or larger). |
| Charge up Grant Electricity Network Costs | 50% of electricity network costs, capped at: $100,000 for Western Power costs, $225,000 for Horizon Power costs. |
| Charge up Grant Software Subscription (2 Years) | 50% of the cost for a 2-year software subscription. The software must be selected from the approved list and is required to receive grant funding. |
Apply with JET Charge
1. Check Eligibilty
2. Select Your Solution
3. Choose Your Software
4. Apply with JET Charge
Why Choose JET Charge?
Trusted Experts with Over a Decade of Experience
Primary partners of the WA Electric Highway.
Official WA Government EV charging partner.
Proven track record with over 10,000 installations across Australia.
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Step 1: Check your Eligibility
Ready to Power Up? Check If You Qualify!
Does your organisation meet the criteria?
Small or Medium Business:
Employing between 1-199 people.
Not-for-Profit:
Registered with the Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission (ACNC).
Local Government Authority:
Supporting your community’s shift to sustainability.
Conditions:
- Intend to use for Daytime Charging (9 AM – 5 PM) – workplaces or destinations charging OR Night time Charging (9 PM – 9 AM) – Ideal for accommodations or overnight fleet needs.
- Chargers must be installed within Western Australia to qualify.
Step 2: Select your EV Charging Solution
What’s Your Goal?
For Workplace or Visitor Charging:
- Provide your company fleet with charging during the day or overnight.
- Offer a quick top-up for visitors.
- Create convenience for guests during their stay. Get on the EV map with minimal costs.
For Rapid Fleet or Destination Charging:
- Enable your workplace fleet to fully charge in under an hour.
- Provide visitors with quick, efficient charging for their travels.
- Attract EV drivers to your location as a genuine charging destination.
Step 3: Choose Your Software
Seamless Software for Smarter EV Charging!
To receive grant funding, your EV charger must include a two-year software subscription from an approved provider. We can pair you with one of our trusted installers, JET Charge recommends Chargefox, Australia’s largest public charging network, and the trusted platform powering the WA Electric Highway.
Step 4: Apply with JET Charge
Let’s make your EV charging goals a reality!
Our friendly team is here to help you through the grant process – from selecting chargers to completing the paperwork. We’ll make it easy – get in touch with our team today!
Download our WA Charge Up Grant flyer
WA Charge Up Grant FAQs
For more, visit the WA Government Charge Up Grant FAQ webpage.
The Charge Up Grants cover up to 50% of costs for purchasing, installing, and maintaining EV charging hardware, including software subscriptions and network upgrades.
Eligible applicants include:
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 with fewer than 200 employees and not part of a large corporation (annual turnover > $250M). This includes: Franchisees of large businesses.
Landowners where most site occupants with charger access are eligible organisations.
Charge point operators needing funding for commercial viability, where most site occupants are eligible organisations.
Site Eligibility
Must be in Western Australia.
Applicants must own or have landowner approval.
For shared carparks, the majority of site occupants must be eligible organisations.
Who Cannot Apply
Large businesses (annual turnover > $250M).
Strata management companies (but strata companies may apply).
State and Federal Government entities.
Home-based businesses.
Political organisations and unions.
Entities applying on behalf of another organisation.
The Charge Up Grants co-fund up to 50% of costs for EV charging hardware, software, installation, and network upgrades.
Eligible Costs
1. EV Charging Hardware
Types of Chargers: Single or dual-port AC/DC chargers (7kW–350kW) from the Round 3 Approved List.
Quantity: Up to 4 chargers per site, with a maximum of 5 sites per applicant.
2. Installation
Funding Caps: Greater Perth: Up to $5,000 (chargers ≤150kW) per site.
Up to $10,000 (chargers >150kW) per site.
Regional/Remote Areas: Up to $10,000 (chargers ≤150kW) per site.
Up to $20,000 (chargers >150kW) per site.
Caps exclude GST.
Eligible Works: Two-year maintenance plans (mandatory for public chargers).
Civil and electrical works (e.g., trenching, cabling, switchboard upgrades).
Energy management systems, hardware/software commissioning, credit card readers.
3. Network Upgrades
Costs: Stand-alone power systems via Western Power, Horizon Power, or Boundary Power.
Funding Caps: Western Power: Up to $150,000 per site.
Horizon Power: Up to $225,000 per site.
4. Software Subscription
Mandatory: Two-year subscription from an approved supplier (Round 3 Approved List).
Compatibility: Select software before choosing hardware to ensure compatibility.
The following expenses are not covered:
– Grant application and approval costs (e.g., feasibility studies, business cases).
– Previously purchased or installed chargers.
– Chargers and software not on the approved lists.
– Additional cables (EV drivers provide their own).
– Ongoing operation costs (e.g., internet, electricity).
– Salaries, staffing, and marketing expenses (including signage).
– Optional items (e.g., bay painting, bollards, cable holders).
– Equipment for future EV charging infrastructure.
Applications are open from October 8, 2024, until June 30, 2025, or until all funding has been allocated.
A range of projects can qualify if eligibility criteria are met:
Destination Charging: Slower charging at locations where EV drivers stay for extended periods, such as tourist attractions, dining venues, or accommodation.
Workplace Charging: For employee and fleet vehicles parked during work hours, with optional visitor/public access.
Public DC Charging: Fast DC charging (24–350kW) at 24/7 publicly accessible locations, catering to en route drivers needing a quick charge.
For Round 3 of Charge Up, two charger types are funded:
Level 2 AC Chargers:
Charging capacity: 7–22kW.
Full charge time: 2–8 hours (varies by charger and EV).
Ideal for locations where EVs remain stationary for hours, like workplaces, hotels, or recreational sites.
Easier and less expensive to install but slower than DC chargers.
Level 3 DC Chargers:
Charging capacity: 24–350kW.
Full charge time: 10 minutes to 2 hours.
Best for quick charging at public sites or high-usage fleet vehicles.
More expensive due to hardware and potential network upgrades.
Software is required for several key reasons:
– Ensures most charging occurs during off-peak hours (9 AM–5 PM) instead of during the evening peak (5 PM–9 PM).
– Enables assessment of the Charge Up grants’ impact by capturing usage data.
Additional Benefits:
– Provides visibility of charger location, availability, and costs to drivers.
– Manages billing for paid EV charging.
– Tracks charger usage patterns.
– Optimises energy use and charger performance.
– Identifies maintenance needs.
For any questions, please contact our WA Charge Up Grant specialists Nick Jacobi (nick.jacobi@jetcharge.com.au) & James Costello (james.costello@jetcharge.com.au)
Contact our WA EV Charge Up Grant Specialists
Nick Jacobi
nick.jacobi@jetcharge.com.au
Peter Schmalzl
peter.schmalzl@jetcharge.com.au
James Costello
james.costello@jetcharge.com.au