Electric vehicle (EV) chargepoint operator for the leisure, hospitality and retail sectors RAW Charging is partnering with the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).
The move has been undertaken to assist the RHS with its ambition to be climate positive by 2030. RAW will install 90 charging bays at five locations, with the goal of increasing sustainable travel, and enhancing the visitor experience for millions of guests and members each year.
Sustainability is a key policy for the RHS with six key targets relating to climate, biodiversity, biosecurity, water scarcity, circular plastic and waste to landfill in place.
The partnership with RHS also marks another milestone in RAW’s large, UK-wide network. Recently RAW has installed EV chargers at National Trust sites as part of RAW’s goal to Connect Amazing Places across the UK.
Over the past 12 months, RAW has also invested in various partnerships, including the 162 chargers for National Trust, across Merlin Entertainments sites, including LEGOLAND® Windsor and Alton Towers.
RAW has also installed chargers at premier retail sites for McArthurGlen and for other major landlords aberdeen and Aviva Investors.
Jason Simpson, CEO, RAW Charging, said:
“We are thrilled to partner with the Royal Horticultural Society to bring our market leading EV charging solutions to some of the UK’s most beloved public attractions. This contract underscores our commitment to making EV charging more accessible and convenient for drivers across the leisure and hospitality sectors.
“By installing over 90 charging bays at five RHS Gardens, we are not only supporting sustainable travel but also enhancing the visitor experience at these iconic locations. This collaboration is a testament to RAW’s capability to deliver high-quality charging infrastructure at premier sites, and we look forward to continuing our mission to transform the EV charging landscape in the UK and beyond.”
Malcolm Anderson, RHS Head of Sustainability, said:
“This initiative aligns with our commitment to sustainability and enhancing the visitor experience. By installing over 90 EV charging bays across our five iconic gardens, we are making it easier for our visitors to enjoy their time with us whilst reducing the carbon emissions associated with travel by private car. This complements our ongoing work on increasing accessibility to our gardens and shows via active travel and public transport.
“This collaboration with RAW Charging is an important step forward in our efforts to promote green practices and ensure our gardens remain accessible and enjoyable for all.”
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