Slovenia is investing around €25 million in grant funding to support the construction of a new generation of publicly accessible electric vehicle charging parks, as the country enters an important new phase in the development of e-mobility in 2026.
The Slovenian government announced two public calls aimed at expanding charging infrastructure, both along major transport corridors and in regions where adequate charging capacity is currently lacking. The planned investments cover key transport routes within the trans-European TEN-T network, as well as areas across different statistical regions that remain underserved in terms of electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
One of the two programs is focused on developing high-capacity charging infrastructure along the main transport routes. Projects applying for support under this scheme must include at least five charging points, with at least one point specifically designated for heavy-duty vehicles. The minimum charger capacity required is 150 kW for passenger vehicles and 350 kW for freight vehicles.
The second program is designed to support the development of charging infrastructure outside the TEN-T road network, to improve access in smaller towns, less densely populated regions and areas not directly connected to the main transport corridors. This program supports investments in AC chargers with capacities ranging from 11 to 22 kW and DC chargers ranging from 50 to 350 kW. Each eligible project must include at least 10 charging points.
Both programmes include advanced requirements aligned with European legislation. Charging sites will need to be digitally connected, interoperable, and capable of two-way communication with the electricity grid. The team is also placing particular emphasis on the user experience. Operators will be required to provide simple and transparent payment options, enable ad hoc charging without a contract, and ensure regular maintenance of the infrastructure for at least five years after project completion.
