For many organisations, cost is still the biggest barrier to EV charging.

This is true whether you manage a single site, a large estate, or a public-facing location. In most cases, the concern is the same – how much will it cost?

There isn’t one single answer. However, there are multiple EV charging funding options that can make projects affordable and, in some cases, profitable.

At Stark, we help organisations unlock EV charging through flexible funding models, practical advice, and full delivery support.

Turn your car park into a revenue stream

If your site has a car park with public access or steady traffic, EV charging can create a new income stream.

Importantly, you don’t always need to fund it yourself.

With Stark, we can:

This will result in the potential to generate up to £125,000 over 10 years.

As well as increased asset value, and the ability to meet growing EV driver demand.

CapEx: Full control, full ownership

For organisations that want maximum control, a capital purchase (CapEx) model is a straightforward option.

With CapEx, you:

• Purchase chargers outright
• Cover installation and infrastructure costs
• Pay for ongoing data, maintenance and support

This gives you full control over pricing and usage.

However, there are trade-offs to consider. For example:

• Upfront investment can be high
• You take on long-term maintenance
• Operational costs sit with your team

Because of this, CapEx works best when you have a clear utilisation plan and the resource to manage it.

For many organisations, avoiding upfront cost is the priority.

In this case, Stark’s fully funded model offers a different approach.

We:

• Fund the full installation
• Cover hardware and infrastructure
• Include maintenance and support
• In some cases, cover electricity costs
• Can adopt and manage existing chargers

Subject to site viability, this enables you to:

• Deploy EV charging with no upfront investment
• Start generating revenue sooner
• Scale without adding financial pressure

We also manage pricing to drivers. This removes complexity from your team and keeps things simple.

If you want a balance between ownership and cost, leasing is a practical option.

With a lease model:

• Costs are spread over time
• You retain control of pricing
• Upfront spend is reduced

This approach suits organisations that want flexibility but still want control over how the service runs.

If your site already has EV chargers installed, you don’t need to start again.

Instead, Stark can take over and improve what you already have.

We can:

• Take ownership and management of existing infrastructure
• Improve performance and uptime
• Increase data visibility
• Help you get more value from your investment

As a result, many customers see better performance without replacing infrastructure.

In addition to funding models, government grants can reduce upfront costs.

Some current schemes include:

These incentives can significantly lower the barrier to entry when combined with the right funding model.

We’re OZEV approved, so we can help you access available funding and maximise savings.

EV charging is part of your wider energy strategy.

For that reason, many organisations combine it with solar and battery storage.

This allows you to:

• Reduce reliance on the grid
• Lower ongoing energy costs
• Improve sustainability performance

As a result, EV charging becomes more cost-effective over time.

Affordability isn’t just about funding. It’s also about how you run your EV charging.

There’s no one-size-fits-all approach to EV charging funding.

However, the right partner makes a significant difference.

Whether you want:

• Full ownership
• No upfront cost
• A flexible middle ground

Stark gives you the tools, insight, and support to make EV charging viable.