| Cover | Jan. 10, 2022 |
| Cover [Abstract] | |
| Entity Registrant Name | Charge Enterprises, Inc. |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0001277250 |
| Document Type | 8-K |
| Amendment Flag | false |
| Entity Emerging Growth Company | true |
| Document Period End Date | Jan. 10, 2022 |
| Entity Ex Transition Period | false |
| Entity File Number | 333-253073 |
| Entity Incorporation State Country Code | DE |
| Entity Tax Identification Number | 90-0471969 |
| Entity Address Address Line 1 | 125 Park Avenue |
| Entity Address Address Line 2 | 25th Floor |
| Entity Address City Or Town | New York |
| Entity Address State Or Province | NY |
| Entity Address Postal Zip Code | 10017 |
| City Area Code | 212 |
| Written Communications | false |
| Soliciting Material | false |
| Pre Commencement Tender Offer | false |
| Pre Commencement Issuer Tender Offer | false |
| Local Phone Number | 921-2100 |
