What are ERE certificates?
ERE stands for emission reduction unit (emissiereductie-eenheid). One ERE represents 1 kg of CO₂ emission reduction compared to fossil fuel.
Under the Dutch fuel transition obligation (Brandstoftransitieverplichting, in force since 1 January 2026), fuel suppliers are required to buy these units. The Dutch Emissions Authority (NEa) keeps the official register.
How it works
- 1MeasureYour charging point records every charged kWh with a built-in, MID-certified kWh meter.
- 2RegisterA certified registration service provider (inboekdienstverlener) books your kWh into the NEa register on your behalf.
- 3Get paidThe certificates are sold to fuel suppliers. You receive the proceeds, minus the provider's fee.
What does it yield?
Gross means before the commission of the registration service provider. What you receive depends on the market price per certificate and on your provider.
Example: 3,000 kWh per year × €0.16 = about €480 per year, gross.
Certificate prices move with the market and differ per provider. These are indications, not guarantees.
Trade your ERE certificates through ShareCharge
Soon you'll be able to have your ERE certificates traded through us: rentals and certificates in one place, in one app. Download the app and we'll let you know as soon as it's available.
What you need
- A charging point with a built-in, MID-certified kWh meter
- An electricity connection in your own name
- Registration with a certified registration service provider
ERE and ShareCharge
Your charging point earns in two ways: through rentals via ShareCharge and through ERE certificates for the charged kWh.
This page is general information, not financial or legal advice. Rules as of October 2026; no rights can be derived from it.