Charging operator Zest has opened a local EV charging facility in the Birmingham area of Oscott.
The new charging points aim to provide people with easy access to convenient EV charging close to their homes and local shops.
It adds to the company’s growing network in the West Midlands with the new rapid charging spaces next to independent shops.
The investment in Oscott has been welcomed by residents, local businesses and community leaders, with the company claiming it is a “progressive step on the journey to reduce the reliance on petrol and diesel vehicles, helping to improve local air quality and fight climate change”.
Zest is developing EV charging across the UK in areas that currently lack sufficient EV infrastructure.
Councillor Darius Sandhu said:
“This is an important development for Oscott as we work to build a cleaner, greener Birmingham. Access to reliable EV infrastructure is key to encouraging more residents to make the switch to electric vehicles.
“Zest’s community charger provides the necessary infrastructure needed to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to participate in the transition to sustainable transport.”
Robin Heap, CEO of Zest, said:
“Most of us will soon be driving EVs and the UK needs more public charging now, especially close to where people live.
“Zest local charging, like this facility in Oscott, provide new community assets that breathe new life into communities across the country.”
Image courtesy of Zest
