Royal Borough of Greenwich expands electric vehicle charging network to make it easier for residents to go electric
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is taking major steps to make electric vehicle (EV) ownership easier and more accessible for residents. Several new programmes are underway to help increase the number of public and residential charging points across the borough.
There are three projects designed to help residents charge their vehicles conveniently, affordably, and sustainably.
1. On-street charging
Charge point operators JOLT and Ubitricity have been chosen to deliver up to 800 new on-street charge points across the borough. Details about installation can be expected later this year.
2. Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Fund
Through the Government’s Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund, and in partnership with the London Borough of Lewisham, Greenwich has secured approval from the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) to go out to tender for at least 1,150 additional on-street charge points. This investment will further expand local access to charging facilities and support the transition to cleaner, greener transport.
3. Cross-pavement charging trial for residents without driveways
A new cross-pavement EV charging trial is being planned for residents who do not have access to off-street parking but can park outside their homes. The trial will test innovative “cross-pavement channel” solutions that allow charging cables to cross the pavement under surface level. Residents can then safely connect their vehicle to their home electricity supply - benefiting from lower domestic electricity rates. A survey has now been launched for residents to register their interest in taking part. [visit link]
Councillor Calum O’Byrne Mulligan, Interim Cabinet Member for Climate Action, Sustainability and Transport, said:
“Access to charging is still one of the biggest barriers for people making the switch to electric vehicles. That’s why we’re massively expanding our charging network right across the borough and trialling new solutions for residents who don’t have driveways. This work is part of our commitment to tackling air pollution, cutting carbon emissions, meeting the needs of residents while helping the borough move towards net zero.”