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Practical explanations of ERE, MID meters, charging data and comparing providers.
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Earnings
Gross versus net ERE earnings: how to read an offer
Gross is the market value of your EREs before deductions; net is what actually gets paid out. A worked example at 4,000 kWh a year shows exactly where the difference comes from.
Providers
Switching ERE provider: a step-by-step plan without double registration
Want to switch to a different ERE provider? This step-by-step plan shows when you can switch, which questions to ask your old and new provider, and how to avoid registering the same charging sessions twice.
ERE basics
How is the number of EREs from charged kWh calculated?
The official formula converts charged kWh into EREs: renewable share × 183 g CO₂/MJ × 3.6 MJ/kWh. With a worked example for 2026.
Providers
ERE contracts explained: term, notice, exclusivity and corrections
Contract term, notice period, exclusivity, corrections and payout frequency vary widely between ERE providers. A clause-by-clause comparison with concrete examples shows what to check before you sign.
ERE basics
The ERE annual calendar: registering, checking, selling and paying out
When does your ERE payment actually arrive? We set out the four steps - registering, checking, selling, paying out - and show which dates are set by law and which vary by provider.
Data & trust
Which charging data does an ERE provider share, and with whom?
From charge point to official register: we explain which charging and personal data an ERE provider processes, who sees it, what isn’t yet public, and what rights you have.
Data & trust
Missing or rejected charging sessions: how to check your ERE statement
Does your ERE statement not match your own charging data? Use a reconciliation worksheet, session IDs, meter readings and an escalation path to track down missing or rejected sessions.
Eligibility
Home charging a lease car or company car: who can claim the ERE?
With a lease car charged at home, it’s not the car but the grid connection and the verifiable charging data that determine who can claim the ERE payment. We set out the scenarios.
Eligibility
Can multiple electric cars earn ERE through one charge point?
ERE is measured through the MID meter in the charge point, not per car. What that means when two or more electric cars charge at home through the same charge point.
Earnings
Why does the ERE price change, and what factors drive your payment?
The market-wide ERE price stood at around €0.31 per ERE on 7 September 2026, within a €0.21–0.41 band. We explain which factors move the price and what the scenarios do and don’t tell you.
Earnings
Fixed fee or percentage commission: which ERE model suits you?
At low charging volumes a percentage commission usually nets more than a fixed annual fee; at higher volumes that flips. A neutral break-even table across four volume levels.
Eligibility
Moving house, renting or a second home: what happens to your ERE registration?
ERE registration is tied to the grid connection and the charge point at one address, not to you personally. An address-by-address checklist for moving, renting and a second home.
HOA
ERE at an HOA charging hub: ownership, division and decision-making
At a shared HOA charging hub it isn’t automatically clear who owns the connection, who may register, or how ERE proceeds are split. A stakeholder matrix and a decision checklist.
Business
ERE for fleets and depots: from load profile to business case
What can a depot charging hub realistically generate in ERE income? A worked example from load profile to euros, with commission sensitivity and the audit trail a fleet needs.
Business
ERE for business charge points: conditions, metering and record-keeping
Business charge points follow the same core ERE rules as private ones, but metering requirements, the 1 January 2027 transition and record-keeping differ in important ways.
Eligibility
ERE without a MID meter: when is an exclusive allocation point an exception?
A charge point without an integrated MID meter doesn’t normally qualify for ERE. We explain the narrow exception for an exclusive allocation point and when to call your grid operator.
Eligibility
Do you get a higher ERE payment if you have solar panels at home?
Solar panels on your roof don’t automatically raise your ERE payment. We explain why private grid electricity is calculated using the national average renewable share, and when a higher share does count.
ERE basics
HBE versus ERE: what changed on 1 January 2026?
On 1 January 2026, ERE replaced the HBE system: from energy content to CO₂ reduction. A comparison, official timeline and glossary of HBE, ERE and REV.
ERE basics
NEa, REV and registration service provider: who does what?
Four parties play a role in ERE registration: the NEa, the REV, a registration service provider and you. Who does what, and where are the limits?
ERE basics
Which types of ERE exist, and which one applies to EV charging?
ERE isn’t one single unit: the NEa distinguishes several categories. We explain ERE-G, ERE-R, ERE-B, ERE-C, ERE-O and ERE-E, and which applies to home charging.
Explainer
What is ERE and how does the home-charging payment work?
ERE stands for emission-reduction units. EV drivers can receive a payment for verifiable charging data. We explain who qualifies and how it works.
Checklist
Is my charge point MID-suitable for ERE? The home-charging checklist
An integrated MID meter is the key condition for ERE for private individuals. Use this checklist to verify brand, model, MID status and session data.
Charging data
Exporting charging sessions for ERE: which data do you keep?
Your own overview of charging sessions makes checks and questions about missing kWh easier. These are the data worth keeping.
Frequently asked questions
What is an ERE payment?
An ERE payment is a payment for making verifiable charging data from your charge point available. That data is used by grid operators and other parties, among other things to make transport more sustainable.
Which charge point do I need?
For private individuals a charge point with an integrated MID-certified meter is generally required, plus verifiable charging data and ownership of the grid connection. Use the charger check to see whether your situation qualifies.
How do I compare providers?
We compare estimated net earnings, commission, payout frequency, contract term and conditions across every relevant ERE provider, based on public sources with a stated check date.
When do I get paid?
That varies by provider: some pay quarterly, others annually or only after the EREs are sold. The payout frequency is shown per provider in the comparison.
Can I switch later?
A contract typically runs per calendar year and you can be registered with one provider at a time. Switching is usually possible per new calendar year; check the notice period with your provider.