What is RC59 and Why is it Important for Commercial EV Charging?
Understanding the organisation behind RC59 To understand why RC59 carries so much influence, it helps to understand who produced it. The RISC Authority is an independent body funded by the UK insurance industry. Its purpose is to research emerging risks affecting commercial property and publish practical guidance that helps organisations protect people, buildings and business […]
Can EV Chargers Be Safely Installed in Covered or Underground Car Parks?
Why are enclosed car parks different? One of the biggest misconceptions is that underground car parks are fundamentally unsafe for EV charging. In reality, the difference lies in the environment rather than the charger itself. A basement or covered car park often has characteristics that are not present in an open-air location, including: These characteristics […]
Are Commercial EV Chargers a Fire Risk?
Understanding where the risk actually sits One of the biggest misconceptions surrounding EV charging infrastructure is that the charger itself is usually the source of concern. In reality, a charging installation is made up of several separate systems working together. These typically include: Each of these components has its own design standards, maintenance requirements and […]
What are the biggest operational challenges of EV charging in residential developments?
Ownership can become complicated One of the first questions every residential development should answer is: “Who actually owns the charging infrastructure?” The answer is not always obvious. Ownership may sit with: Ownership influences almost every operational decision, including: Establishing ownership from the outset avoids confusion later. Residents expect charging to be available Unlike workplace charging, […]
What Should Commercial Landlords Know About Managing EV Charging Infrastructure?
EV charging is now part of building management Historically, car parks required relatively little day-to-day management beyond lighting, barriers and occasional maintenance. EV charging changes that. Charging infrastructure introduces a new operational layer that interacts with multiple aspects of the building, including: Rather than existing as an isolated installation, EV charging becomes another operational system […]