Ultra-rapid charging network InstaVolt has seen its Winchester Superhub deliver 1,083,550 emission-free miles from electric vehicle (EV) drivers.
The site has removed more than 275,000kg of greenhouse gas emissions from the environment, or the planting 6,700 trees, as a result of the charging data.
It comes as Net Zero Week has just run from 5 to 11 July, which aims to underscore commitment to the 2015 Paris Agreement for the UK to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 81% on 1990 levels by 2035 and be net zero by 2050.
InstaVolt uses 100% renewable energy at its sites and has ISO 14001 certification, the international standard for environmental management systems.
The Winchester Superhub, which opened in March 2025, is one of the UK’s largest ultra-rapid charging sites operated by a single provider, and the first InstaVolt location to generate and store its own energy through an on-site solar farm and advanced battery storage. This reduces reliance on the grid, stabilises costs and allows InstaVolt to pass savings straight back to the customer.
The four-acre site, located just off the A34 with easy access to the M3, offers 44 ultra-rapid charging bays, including four longer bays for vans, four extra-long drive-through bays for vehicles towing trailers and three blue badge-only bays.
Its hybrid renewable energy system features 870 solar panels (500kW capacity), two battery storage containers of 960kW/4MWh capacity, and 1MW connection to the renewable grid.
This allows InstaVolt to prioritise solar energy and battery storage to power chargers, falling back on the renewable-powered grid only when needed, maximising sustainability while delivering consistent high-speed charging even during peak times.
Crucially, it also enables InstaVolt to offer its customers dynamic pricing, with site-specific rates passing savings directly to customers in near real-time.
This summer’s price promotion means the rates are currently 54p per kWh for contactless and roaming customers and 50pKWh for those using the free InstaVolt app and InstaVolt RFID card.
Delvin Lane, CEO of InstaVolt, said:
“We are building the infrastructure that makes net zero a practical reality.
“Our Winchester Superhub is a great example of how public charging can contribute directly to decarbonisation, offering drivers a convenient, clean alternative to petrol and diesel. We’re proud to support Net Zero Week and share the real-world impact of our growing network.”
Image courtesy of InstaVolt
