As part of this series, a new webinar in association with Zapmap Insights will take a close look at the issue of charge point utilisation with two of the biggest players in the ultra-rapid charging sector.
Through detailed case studies provided by industry leading firms GRIDSERVE and Fastned, the webinar seeks to explore the critical issues around utilisation at ultra-rapid charging sites, and how charge point operators (CPOs) manage, plan for and respond to the changes in utilisation across their network.
The webinar will include detailed insight into how charging data can be leveraged to inform investment decisions and strategic planning, and how to effectively and efficiently ensure the right chargers are provided in the right places, at the right time. In essence, the webinar will take a deep dive into how utilisation fluctuates over time , through specific examples from the two ultra-rapid CPOs featured.
Such data-rich insight is critical to the successful deployment of charging infrastructure across the UK, and the webinar will explore the variety of ways that CPOs are producing forward-thinking and far-reaching solutions as a result of their analyses.
In the post Open Data world, the practical examples from these CPOs will also highlight to listeners the critical impact of charge point utilisation data on their operations.
The webinar will feature:
- Co-chaired by James Evison, Content Manager for Transport + Energy and Jade Edwards, Head of Insights at Zapmap
- Rebecca Trebble, Chief Product Officer, GRIDSERVE
- Tom Hurst, UK Country Director, Fastned
Topics to be discussed include:
- Two separate case study examples of utilisation
- Using data to inform investment and strategic planning decisions
- How charging data is analysed to inform decisions
- A discussion on the future of utilisation and how data can be used to build a thriving public charging ecosystem
- An overview of Zapmap’s wealth of utilisation data
- A question and answer session with the webinar audience
Meet the speakers
James Evison, Content Manager, Transport + Energy
James Evison is an editor specialising in digital content, including work on PPA Award-winning and shortlisted content campaigns and events. He has worked for a number of publishing companies, including RBI, UBM, William Reed, Metropolis and Faversham House. Across a variety of roles, he has developed websites, newsletters and other digital assets, producing, editing and creating best-in-class news, features and other content.
Jade Edwards, Head of Insights, Zapmap
Jade Edwards is Head of Insights at Zapmap. She joined Zapmap in April 2022, bringing with her more than 10 years’ experience in the data and insights industry. It is Jade’s role to look at the data sitting behind the Zapmap app, explore how to put it to best use, and identify channels through which to share it with the wider industry, government and media.
Tom Hurst, UK Country Director, Fastned
Tom joined Fastned in late 2017 and is currently its UK Country Manager, where he is responsible for driving the roll out of the UK’s best-rated charging network. Prior to getting involved in the e-mobility adventure, he spent six years as a consultant with Arup, advising cities, governments, NGOs, and corporations on their energy and climate change strategy. He has a Masters in Mechanical Engineering, an MSc in Sustainable Energy, an MBA and is a Chartered Environmentalist.
Rebecca Trebble, Chief Product Officer, GRIDSERVE
Rebecca Trebble plays a pivotal role in shaping GRIDSERVE’s product, customer, and marketing strategy. She leads the development, innovation, and optimisation of our products while ensuring a strong, customer-first approach across branding, marketing, and customer service. Her leadership is key to delivering a seamless, high-quality Easy EV experience.
A Chartered Accountant with an MBA, Rebecca began her career in finance before transitioning into customer-focused leadership roles within the retail sector. Her expertise in both finance and customer experience has been instrumental in strengthening GRIDSERVE’s customer-centric approach.
