In a growing and evolving charging landscape, the issue for local authorities about where to place charge points has become a crucial element in the implementation of the technology and the drive to decarbonisation of transport.
This webinar will directly address the challenges and opportunities that come with site selection for charge points across local areas and communities, whether rural shires or city boroughs.
Following the roll-out of Local EV Infrastructure (LEVI) funding, local authorities now have to consider the practicalities of site selection for their charge points, ensuring that utilisation is efficient, beneficial to the community, and future proofed.
The masterclass will explore how local authorities are making crucial decisions on where to place chargers and explore how their approaches ensured that the right sites were chosen for their communities. Specifically, it will look at Suffolk’s roll-out of LEVI funding with Believ and the lessons learnt to-date.
The panel will examine the evolving relationship between CPOs, the council and officers, and the wider community in developing and delivering charge points, with real-world examples of utilisation.
Through in-depth discussion, case studies and an audience Q&A to panellists, attendees will come away with a clear understanding of:
- The ‘need to know’ of where and how to site chargers through case study examples
- The benefits of a phased approach to chargepoint installation
- How to bring the community and citizens with you on the journey to EVs
- Leveraging data to improve operational efficiency and decision-making
- Best practices and actionable steps for local authorities in the implementation of their chargepoint strategies and planning.
- Future funding opportunities
Join us for a thought-provoking session designed to empower local authority officers with the tools in which to make informed decisions that will benefit their communities.
Meet the speakers
James Evison
Content Manager, Transport + Energy
Amy Rushton
Senior Project Manager, Suffolk County Council
Matt Croucher
Chief Commercial Officer, Believ
Melanie Shufflebotham
Co-founder & COO, Zapmap
A pioneer of EV charge point mapping, Melanie co-founded Zapmap in 2014, developing the app and initial revenue streams. Melanie has also led the company through innovation developments in the routing, payment and in-car spaces. As COO, her focus is on building the Zapmap brand and market insights in readiness for the next wave of EV adoption. With deep knowledge of the EV charging industry, Melanie is a frequent speaker and commentator in the media.
