Do Employees Really Need EV Charging at Work? 6 Reasons Why You Should Install Office EV Chargers

Electric vehicles are becoming a normal part of the daily commute to the office, making workplaces one of the most important charging locations. This shift makes commercial property owners and employers wonder if they really need EV charging at work.

The short answer is yes. Installing EV chargers at work has become a strategic investment that supports employees, increases property value, adds additional revenue for your company. Here are six reasons why you should install EV charging at work.

1.Boost employee satisfaction with EV charging at work

Most employees spend a significant part of their day at work. Installing EV charging at work means employees can top up their EV battery while they’re at their desks, giving them the convenience of workplace charging and eliminating stress of finding a charger before or after their shift. It’s especially valuable for those living in condos or properties without home EV charging.

2. Increase your property value & attract high-quality tenants

EV-ready buildings stand out in competitive markets. By installing EV charging at work, you:

Future-proof your asset
Attract high-quality tenants in the future
Increase your building’s market value

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3. Earn new revenue from charging sessions

EV charging at work can bring in extra income for your company. Commercial property owners can set dynamic pricing according to peak hours and usage-based pricing to open public access to chargers outside of office hours or for visitors to your office during the workday.

woman charging her EV wearing office clothes

This creates a new source of income while providing fair access for employees, tenants, and customers.

4. Reduce installation costs with smart, scalable infrastructure

Many buildings hesitate to install EV chargers because of perceived project costs. Installing EV chargers can require an initial investment, especially in older buildings, but smart EV charging systems are designed to optimize power capacity and avoid expensive electrical upgrades so you can keep your budget under control.

electricians installing

With power management integrated into the charging system and strategic infrastructure design, you can support multiple charging stations while avoiding expensive electrical costs and utility fees.

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5. Easy to manage, built for your operations

If you’re concerned about having to manage and monitor your charging system on a daily basis, you don’t need to worry about it. Once you’ve installed EV charging at work, the smart EV charging software handles the rest including:

Customizable charging fees (including idle fees to prevent overstaying and overcharging)
Bills and charges user automatically
Power management to optimize energy load
Mobile notifications to the driver when charging is complete
Real-time usage insights to improve performance

EV Charging Software dashboard

metroEV’s charging software includes ongoing maintenance and customer support so you can focus on managing your business. Learn more about our commercial EV charging software.

6. Start small today, scale easily later

Not every workplace has extra parking spaces or electrical capacity available for EV charging. You can start small with shared chargers and then add more charging stations over time as demand increases without major redesigns or disruptions.

A phased approach ensures employees have charging access now, while keeping the potential to scale in the future.

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So, do employees really need EV charging at work?

The answer is yes, and workplaces that provide it gain a major advantage.

From supporting daily commuting needs to increasing property value, unlocking new revenue, and future-proofing your building, EV charging at work delivers value on day one and will continue to grow as EV adoption rises.

metroEV makes the transition simple and hassle-free. We handle everything from design and installation to management, billing, and support.

Contact metroEV and we’ll show you exactly what’s possible with your building including installation costs and a scalable charging plan.

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Shai Sinai

AUTHOR
Shai Sinai

Shai is the Vice President of Sales at metroEV, specializing in electric vehicle charging station installations for multi-residential, commercial and public properties. With hands-on experience across the entire process—from site assessments and EV Ready planning to infrastructure design and installation—Shai brings deep industry knowledge and practical insight to every project.