Everything is changing in the infrastructure of the EU buildings.

The drivers electric cars it will be easier to charge their vehicles at home and at work in the coming years, following the revision of the Directive on energy efficiency of buildings (EPBD) from European Commission.

The directive aims to put Europe on the path to complete decarbonisation by 2050. It has identified features that all new construction, as well as those undergoing renovations, must have. So all new buildings, as well as existing ones undergoing major renovation, must now install pre-wiring for the points electric car charging.

This covers all the necessary steps to enable charging points to be installed. In addition, all new and renovated buildings with more than five car parking spaces must have at least one charging point for every five spaces and pre-wiring for at least half of the spaces. Offices with more than five parking spaces must install at least one charging point for every two parking spaces.

The directive also targets existing non-residential buildings with more than 20 parking spaces have at least one charging point per 10 seats until January 1, 2027 and pre-wiring for 50% of the premises. In addition, buildings owned or occupied by public entities must have wiring for at least half of their parking spaces by January 1, 2033.

These new charging points should be capable of offering smart charging, which will allow electric vehicles to be charged from renewable energy sources, while also supporting two-way charging.

The revised directive will first have to be published in the EU Journal and will enter into force a few days later. EU member states will then have two years to incorporate it into their legislation.