Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 20 November 2025
241. Deputy Cormac Devlin asked the Minister for Transport the supports available to install electric vehicle charging infrastructure in apartment complexes, multi-unit developments and publicly owned car parks; the number of such projects approved and completed to date, by local authority area; his plans to expand these schemes; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [65080/25]
View answerThe Government is fully committed to supporting a significant expansion and modernisation of the electric vehicle (EV) charging network over the coming years. Having an effective and reliable charging network is an essential part of enabling drivers to make the switch to electric vehicles.
Home charging is the primary charging method for most Irish EV owners as it’s convenient and cheaper for the consumer as well as assisting in the overall management of the national grid. Over 80% of charging is expected to happen at home.
The apartment charger grant, administered by by the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), assists residents and owners of apartments and other multi-unit developments who want to install a home charger for their Electric Vehicle (EV) and which are not covered by the pre-existing grants.
The grant is designed for bulk installation of chargers at a single location, and supports cabling, infrastructure, labour, and construction costs. Owners’ management companies, housing bodies, local authorities, commercial and private landlords can apply.
As of end of October a total of 135 applications have been received with 9 in review, 59 committed, 47 complete, and 20 cancelled.
The Government remains firmly committed to creating the conditions necessary for widespread EV adoption.
The Department regularly reviews EV incentives and grants to ensure that they are delivering value for money and supporting delivery of EV targets. We will continue to pursue a balanced and evidence-based approach, one that is ambitious in its climate objectives, yet grounded in deliverability and value for money.
