As of January 1st 2026, a new regulatory framework in the Netherlands allows eligible Electric Vehicle (EV) charging point owners the opportunity to generate revenue through emissiereductie-eenheden (EREs).The purpose of this system is to administratively record the use of renewable electricity in the transport sector and to count it national renewable energy targets. However, it is important to note that the Dutch ERE legislation is currently preliminary and not yet finalized; requirements remain subject to change.
What are EREs?
EREs are tradable certificates tied to the avoided CO₂ emissions from charging electric vehicles. Introduced under the revised European Renewable Energy Directive (RED III), these certificates represent the environmental value of the energy delivered. While they are set to replace the previous HBE mechanism, the core principles of verification and transparency remain paramount.
Eligibility and requirements
While the framework aims to be accessible, participation is strictly conditional. Drawing from established HBE protocols, the following requirements apply to all charge point owners (CPOs, businesses, and consumers)
Hardware verification
MID-certified: Every charge point must be equipped with a built-in MID-meter.
Hardware documentation: Owners must provide visual evidence of the charge stations being utilised. In addition, official proof of MID certification must be provided.
NOTE: If you use multiple charging station models, you must provide this documentation separately for each individual model.
Infrastructure mapping: An electrotechnical sketch of the location is required, documenting the connection flow from the EAN (European Article Number) to the specific charge points.
Data and registry compliance
Grid Connection (CAR): Owners must be registered in the Centraal Aansluitingenregister (CAR).
EAN synchronization: Complete registry information is required. There must be a clear match between the charge points and the EAN, meaning that the account holder’s name must be the same as the name listed in the EAN registry.
Financial and operational auditing
Electricity supply: Electricity supply invoices per EAN.
Electricity sales: Invoices for electricity sales (including reimbursement data typically managed via the platform).
kWh reconciliation: A comparison report between supply and sales kWh to ensure data integrity.
Organizational overview
Additional requirements
Businesses must provide a presentation detailing the organization’s structure and its internal processes.
Accredited service providers
Under the NEa rules, only charge point owners who book at least 2 million kWh of electricity per year into the REV may do so directly. Charge point owners below this 2 million kWh annual threshold, as well as private individuals, are required to submit their claims through an accredited booking service provider (inboekdienstverlener) acting under a mandate.
Road is actively exploring options on enabling ERE; and we’ll be able to share more information soon.