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On the proposal for a directive of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Directive 2014/32/EU as regards electric vehicle supply equipment, compressed gas dispensers, and electricity, gas and thermal energy meters

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Document IMCO-PR-773060 · COM(2024)0561 – C100205/2024 – 2024/0311(COD)

Kind: Report parliamentary committee draft IMCO-PR-773060
Date: 28 April 2025
Committee: Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
Rapporteur: Zala Tomašič
Dossier: 2024/0311(COD)

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This draft report sets out Parliament's amendments to the proposed directive updating the Measuring Instruments Directive for electric vehicle supply equipment, gas dispensers and energy meters. It clarifies that metrological control applies to data, not remote channels, and limits certain requirements to direct sales and public billing installations. It changes EVSE accuracy class labels from A, B, C to X, Y, Z and raises minimum measured quantity thresholds for DC chargers. It also broadens definitions for gas and electricity meters and allows cloud-based systems for presenting measurement data.

Position. The rapporteur proposes amendments to the Commission's proposal, focusing on clarifying metrological control, limiting requirements to direct sales and public billing, updating definitions, and adjusting technical thresholds.

Key points

The report adopts a position amending the Commission proposal on measuring instruments for EVSE, gas dispensers and energy meters.
It adds a recital stating the directive does not impose retrofitting obligations on existing charging stations, only a harmonised framework for new equipment.
It clarifies that metrological control applies to data itself, not the remote channel, and that controlled data may be sent via remote channels.
It limits the requirement to present measurement data to EVSE used for direct sales and allows cloud-based systems for data presentation.
It redefines gas meters as measuring volume or mass only, not energy, and active electrical energy meters as measuring energy consumed and delivered in a circuit.
It applies Annex Va requirements to EVSE for residential, commercial and light industrial use, except where specified otherwise.
It allows EVSE to use separately type-approved meters that meet or exceed the measuring system's accuracy and reliability requirements.
It replaces EVSE class indices A, B, C with X, Y, Z to avoid confusion with other meter classes.
It raises the minimum measured quantity (MMQ) thresholds for EVSE to 2 kWh for one range and 5 kWh for another.
It broadens calibration compensation to parts of the EVSE, applies it only to public charging where billing is based on energy delivered, and extends protection to any replaceable component.
It requires ancillary devices used during charging to comply with the table's requirements and mandates display in kilowatt-hours or megawatt-hours.

Who is affected

Manufacturers of electric vehicle supply equipment, who face new classification and measurement requirements.
Operators of public charging stations, who must meet calibration compensation requirements when billing by energy delivered.
Manufacturers of gas and electricity meters, whose product definitions are updated.
Existing charging stations are not required to be retrofitted.

Figures and deadlines

MMQ ≤ 2 kWh for one class of EVSE measuring systems.
MMQ ≤ 5 kWh for another class.

Legal basis. Article 294(2) and Article 114 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union

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(COM(2024)0561 – C100205/2024 – 2024/0311(COD))

(Ordinary legislative procedure: first reading)

The European Parliament,

–having regard to the Commission proposal to Parliament and the Council (COM(2024)0561),

–having regard to Article 294(2) and Article 114 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, pursuant to which the Commission submitted the proposal to Parliament (C100205/2024),

–having regard to Article 294(3) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,

–having regard to the reasoned opinions submitted, within the framework of Protocol No 2 on the application of the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality, by the Austrian National Council and the Spanish Parliament, asserting that the draft legislative act does not comply with the principle of subsidiarity,

–having regard to the opinion of the European Economic and Social Committee of 22 January 2025,

–having regard to Rule 60 of its Rules of Procedure,

–having regard to the report of the Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection (A100000/2025),

1.Adopts its position at first reading hereinafter set out;

2.Calls on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal;

3.Instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.

Amendment 1

Proposal for a directive

Recital 7 a (new)

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment(7a) The improvement of electric vehicle charging infrastructure is in the common interest of all stakeholders. This Directive does not aim to impose retrofitting obligations on existing charging stations, but to establish a harmonised framework for newly installed electric vehicle supply equipment.

Or. en

Amendment 2

Proposal for a directive

Annex I – paragraph 1 – point 3

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex I – point 10.6 – subparagraph 3

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionThe presented results shall be traceable to the measuring instrument under metrological control. Security measures shall provide evidence of tampering.	AmendmentThe presented metrologically controlled results, as referred to in point b, shall be traceable to the measuring instrument.

Or. en

Amendment 3

Proposal for a directive

Annex I – paragraph 1 – point 3

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex I – point 10.6 – subparagraph 5

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionThe data may be made available, in addition, by means of metrologically controlled remote channel.	AmendmentThe metrologically controlled data may be made available, in addition, by means of remote channel.

Or. en

Justification

Clarifies that metrological control applies to the data itself, not the communication channel through which it is transmitted. This ensures that metrologically controlled data may be made available via remote channels without requiring those channels to be subject to metrological supervision.

Amendment 4

Proposal for a directive

Annex I – paragraph 1 – point 3

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex I – point 10.7

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission10.7. By way of derogation from point 10.4., for measuring systems for EVSE and measuring systems for compressed gas dispensers, the measurement data shall be fully established in a device or a system so that it can be immediately presented to the consumer.	Amendment10.7. By way of derogation from point 10.4., for measuring systems for EVSE used for direct sales and measuring systems for compressed gas dispensers, the measurement data shall be fully established in a device or a system, including cloud-based systems, so that it can be presented timely to the consumer.

Or. en

Justification

The amendment limits the scope of the requirement to measuring systems used for direct sales, ensuring that consumer protection measures apply where the measurement result forms the basis of a commercial transaction. It also clarifies that the measurement data may be fully established in a device or system, including cloud-based systems, thereby supporting technological neutrality and allowing for secure and timely presentation of data through modern digital infrastructures.

Amendment 5

Proposal for a directive

Annex I – paragraph 1 – point 3

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex I – point 10.8

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission10.8. By way of derogation from point 10.4., measuring systems for EVSE shall be designed to present the measurement result to all parties in the transaction when installed as intended..	Amendment10.8. By way of derogation from point 10.4., measuring systems for EVSE used for direct sales shall present the measurement result to all parties in the transaction when installed as intended..

Or. en

Justification

Obligation to present the measurement result to all parties applies only to measuring systems for EVSE used for direct sales. This ensures that metrological requirements are proportionate and targeted, applying specifically where the measurement result forms the basis of a commercial transaction. It avoids imposing unnecessary obligations on systems used in non-commercial contexts, such as residential charging, where such requirements would create cost and technical burdens without providing additional consumer benefit.

Amendment 6

Proposal for a directive

Annex II – paragraph 1 – point 3 – point a

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex IV – table – row 1

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionAn instrument designed to measure, memorise and display the quantity of fuel gas (volume or mass) and/or energy of that gas that has passed it.;	AmendmentAn instrument designed to measure, memorise and display the quantity of fuel gas (volume or mass).;

Or. en

Justification

A gas meter does not measure energy.

Amendment 7

Proposal for a directive

Annex III – paragraph 1 – point 1

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex V

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionAn active electrical energy meter is an instrument which measures the active electrical energy consumed in a circuit or transferred between circuits.;	AmendmentAn active electrical energy meter is an instrument measuring the active electrical energy consumed and delivered in an electrical circuit.;

Or. en

Justification

The revised definition with “consumed and delivered in an electrical circuit” ensures clarity and alignment with the actual function of active electrical energy meters. The new wording describes the measurement of energy entering and leaving an electrical circuit, avoiding ambiguity and ensuring consistent interpretation across Member States.

Amendment 8

Proposal for a directive

Annex III – paragraph 1 – point 2 a (new)

Directive 2014/32/EU

ANNEX V

Table from the text: Text proposed by the Commission
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
	in part ‘DEFINITIONS’, at the end of the table, the following row is added:
	top	=	The operating temperature is a specified operating temperature range, within which the variations of operating percentage errors of a meter are specified and determined.

Or. en

Amendment 9

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

ANNEX Va – introductory part

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionThe relevant requirements of Annex I, the specific requirements of this Annex and the conformity assessment procedures listed in this Annex apply to measuring systems for EVSE intended for residential, commercial and light industrial use.	AmendmentThe relevant requirements of Annex I, the specific requirements of this Annex and the conformity assessment procedures listed in this Annex apply to measuring systems for EVSE intended for residential, commercial and light industrial use, except if specified otherwise.

Or. en

Justification

Ensures legal clarity and flexibility by allowing specific exceptions or derogations defined elsewhere in the directive. It acknowledges that tailored requirements may apply to certain use cases, and reflects stakeholder input on the need for a proportionate, context-sensitive approach.

Amendment 10

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

ANNEX Va – paragraph 3

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionMeasuring systems for EVSE can also have their basic metrology provided by a separately type approved meter which has been tested for compliance with a recognised metering standard with equal or more stringent requirements.	AmendmentMeasuring systems for EVSE may use separately type-approved meters to obtain metrology data, provided that the meters comply with the applicable metering standards meeting or exceeding the accuracy and reliability requirements of the measuring system.

Or. en

Justification

Measuring systems for EVSE may use separately type-approved meters to obtain metrology data, provided that these meters comply with applicable metering standards and meet or exceed the accuracy and reliability requirements of the measuring system. This ensures consistent metrological performance and supports modular system design, while maintaining compliance with the directive’s core requirements.

Amendment 11

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

ANNEX Va – point 1 – sparagraph 1

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionThe manufacturer shall specify the class index of the measuring system for EVSE. The class indices are defined as: Class A, B and C.	AmendmentThe manufacturer shall specify the class index of the measuring system for EVSE. The class indices are defined as: Class X, Y and Z.

Or. en

Justification

The amendment replaces the class indices A, B, and C with X, Y, and Z to avoid confusion with existing accuracy classes used for other types of measuring instruments under the directive. This change ensures clear differentiation between the classification system for EVSE measuring systems and that of conventional utility meters, which use the same letter designations.

Amendment 12

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex Va – point 2 – paragraph 4 – indent 5

Amendment: Present Text and Amendment
Present Text	Amendment
Present Text– the MMQ range shall be: MMQ ≤ 0,1 kWh.	Amendment– the MMQ range shall be: MMQ ≤ 2 kWh.

Or. en

Justification

Current MMQ thresholds do not reflect the technical reality of modern EV charging. For high-power DC chargers, very low MMQ values are not technically feasible and may lead to inaccurate measurements during the ramp-up phase. Adjusting the MMQ ensures reliable and realistic energy measurement, while still protecting consumers. For AC chargers, lower MMQ remains appropriate due to lower power levels and longer charging times.

Amendment 13

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex Va – point 2 – paragraph 5 – indent 3

Amendment: Present Text and Amendment
Present Text	Amendment
Present Text– the MMQ range shall be: MMQ ≤ 1 kWh..	Amendment– the MMQ range shall be: MMQ ≤ 5 kWh.

Or. en

Justification

Amendment 14

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex Va – point 2 – paragraph 5 a (new)

Table from the text: Text proposed by the Commission
Text proposed by the Commission
Amendment
For current ripple, the limits shall fulfil the conditions given in Table 1a Table 1a
Frequency	Present current at transfer point
	I ≤ 200 A DC	200 A DC < I ≤ 400 A DC	I > 400 A DC
10 Hz	1,5	I x 0,75%	I x 0,75%
5 kHz	6,0	6,0	I x 1,5%
150 kHz	9,0	I x 4,5%	I x 4,5%
For voltage ripple, the following limits shall apply:
 For a target voltage of the EV ≤ 500 V DC, +5 V in normal operation for voltage;
 For a target voltage of the EV > 500 V DC, +1% V of the target voltage of the EV.

Or. en

Justification

Values for accuracy as presented in Annex Va table 1 with a dynamic range of only 10 between “minimum current” and “maximum current” are already obsolete today. Most EVSE are meant for a broad range of cars with different battery technologies, battery sizes, states of charge and temperatures.

Amendment 15

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex Va – point 4 – paragraph 1 – introductory part

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionA measuring system for EVSE that applies corrections to compensate for energy loss introduced by parts comprising a cable and connector mounted between the position at which the energy is measured and the transfer point shall do either of the following:	AmendmentA measuring system for EVSE that applies corrections to compensate for energy loss introduced by parts of the EVSE shall do either of the following:

Or. en

Justification

The amendment broadens the reference to “parts of the EVSE” to cover all components as we do not see a reason to only cover cables and connectors. This allows replacements— to be carried out without requiring reapproval by local or national authorities. It avoids unnecessary delays, ensures efficient maintenance, and preserves metrological reliability.

Amendment 16

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex Va – point 4 – paragraph 1 a (new)

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	AmendmentCalibration compensation requirements shall apply exclusively to public EVCS installations where billing is based on the energy delivered to the vehicle’s battery.

Or. en

Justification

This ensures accurate billing in commercial contexts while avoiding unnecessary obligations for private or non-commercial installations, supporting proportional and targeted regulation.

Amendment 17

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex Va – point 4 – paragraph 1 b (new)

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	AmendmentProtection requirements shall apply to any component that may influence calibration and is subject to field replacement.

Or. en

Justification

It preserves measurement integrity while allowing for practical maintenance and replacement without unnecessary regulatory burden.

Amendment 18

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex Va – point 5.3 – – paragraph 3 (new)

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	AmendmentWhen ancillary devices that are a part of EVSE are used during a charging session, they must comply with the requirements in the table above.

Or. en

Justification

It promotes consistent performance across all components of the EVSE system, aligning with the directive's objectives for reliable and transparent electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Amendment 19

Proposal for a directive

Annex IV

Directive 2014/32/EU

Annex Va – point 6 – paragraph 1

Amendment: Text proposed by the Commission and Amendment
Text proposed by the Commission	Amendment
Text proposed by the CommissionThe electrical energy measured shall be displayed in kilowatt-hours or in megawatt-hours.	AmendmentThe electrical energy measured shall be displayed at least in kilowatt-hours or in megawatt-hours.

Or. en

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Parts that accompany the text rather than belong to it: explanatory statement, annexes, opinions appended by other committees. Collapsed.

Explanatory statement 7 blocks

After more than two decades without substantial updates, this proposal marks a timely and necessary step toward improving the functioning of the internal market. We particularly welcome the fact that the amended Directive will establish harmonised definitions and standards across the Union for the new technologies. This will lead to an up to date common understanding of key metrological concepts, greater regulatory efficiency, and improved mutual recognition of instruments and systems across Member States.

The transition to a sustainable economy is accelerating across the European Union. In this context, metrology—the science of measurement—plays a critical enabling role. However, the Measuring Instruments Directive (MID) 2014/32/EU, a cornerstone of the EU’s internal market legislation, no longer reflects the pace of technological progress or emerging use cases. In particular, it does not sufficiently address the needs of electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE), compressed gas dispensers (e.g. for hydrogen), thermal energy meters for cooling applications, or the rise of smart metering technologies in electricity and gas sectors.

The proposal does not seek to alter the structure or foundational principles of the Directive, but rather to ensure its continued relevance in light of evolving technologies and market demands. The amendments are consistent with the principle of technological neutrality and are designed to reduce regulatory fragmentation across Member States.

The Rapporteur supports the inclusion of harmonised requirements for EVSE and gas dispensers. Without common rules, 27 different national regulatory approaches could emerge, increasing costs and uncertainty for manufacturers and users.

The amendments primarily aim to modernize and clarify the scope and functionality of legal metrology devices, particularly focusing on digital environments and new technological capabilities. They improve the clarity of the wording regarding metrological control of data and ensure technological neutrality. This shift supports the transition toward digital infrastructure while maintaining legal and technical integrity.

The amendments acknowledge the need for flexibility based on context. They permit tailored requirements for specific use cases, responding to stakeholder input about maintaining proportionality in regulation. These changes aim to create a future-proof framework that balances innovation, regulatory robustness, and user-friendliness in the application of metrology laws.

By modernising the Directive in a focused and pragmatic way, it ensures that the Directive remains a reliable and forward-looking legal framework, strengthening trust in measurement systems, supporting industrial innovation, and delivering a level playing field across the European Union.

Annex: entities or persons from whom the rapporteur has received input 4 blocks

Pursuant to Article 8 of Annex I to the Rules of Procedure, the rapporteur declares that he received input from the following entities or persons in the preparation of the draft report:

Table from the text: Entity and/or person
Entity and/or person
ChargeUp
Hager Group
EEA-EFTA Secretariat
Petrol, slovenska energetska družba d.d., Ljubljana
E-Mobility Europe

The list above is drawn up under the exclusive responsibility of the rapporteur.

Where natural persons are identified in the list by their name, by their function or by both, the rapporteur declares that he has submitted to the concerned natural persons the European Parliament's Data Protection Notice No 484 (https://www.europarl.europa.eu/data-protect/index.do), which sets out the conditions applicable to the processing of their personal data and the rights linked to that processing.

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