Eichrecht (German Metering & Calibration Law)
German legal framework that requires accurate, tamper-proof measurement and billing of electricity for EV charging.
Technical Details
Typically requires certified metering hardware and signed transaction data so billed kWh values can be audited and verified.
Fleet Applications
Critical for compliant invoicing and internal cost allocation for fleets charging in Germany, especially where charging is billed to third parties.
Related Terms
OCPP (Open Charge Point Protocol)
Global open application standard for communication between EV charging stations and a central management system (CSMS).
CSMS (Charging Station Management System)
Software platform used to monitor, manage, and optimize a network of EV charging stations.
Depot Charging
Charging infrastructure located at a central facility where fleet vehicles return to park and charge, typically overnight.