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T + E Forum 2024 sponsor profile: Zest

Presenting our gold sponsor for the Transport + Energy Forum 2024: Zest, the electric vehicle (EV) charge point operator (CPO).

Zest is one of the UK’s fastest growing EV CPOs, specialising in the deployment and management of EV charging infrastructure for local authorities, brands and destinations. 

Its mission is to make the shift to EV a realistic option for all, by delivering a reliable charging experience that prioritises clean air and net zero goals.

B Corp

Zest has joined an expanding group of companies that meet rigorous social and environmental standards, representing commitment to goals outside of shareholder profit. The B Corp certification reflects its dedication to the people, planet, profit framework, its commitment to maintaining strict social and environmental practices, and a promise to continuously challenge its ways of working.

The EV infrastructure industry is growing rapidly, and Zest’s B Corp certification signals a shift towards greater accountability and transparency in the sector. Read its B Corp impact report here.

Zest’s commitment to tackling climate change is evident in its partnership with Carbon Neutral Britain, through which it has offset its carbon footprint and become certified as a carbon-neutral business. By using 100% renewable energy, following hybrid working policies, training staff in carbon literacy and prioritising carbon efficiency, the company is on track to reach net zero by 2040. Its offsetting portfolio supports forest creation in the UK, as well as wind farm, hydropower, and reforestation projects in developing countries.

Social value

Its dedicated Social Value team also collaborates with partner organisations to offer outreach opportunities that uplift local areas and promote social equity. With sustainability themed workshops, substantial volunteering efforts and green industry employment opportunities for local residents, apprentices and work experience students, its working hard to add value to the communities in which we operate. Internally, it prioritise the wellbeing of staff, striving to create a happier and healthier working environment, which earned it the Great Place to Work certification.

Infrastructure

Zest is committed to providing top-tier EV charging infrastructure that stands the test of time. With its own back-office systems and one of the UK’s largest in-house charge point operator team, it can ensure the highest standards of charging provision, maintenance and reliability for its partners and drivers.

Its data science team strategically analyses road usage and driver patterns to place infrastructure exactly where it’s needed, ensuring it serves drivers well into the future.

Find out more about Zest here.

Image courtesy of Zest

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