New research shows investment in public EV charging is limited to three local authorities in Scotland and the role of landowners is growing in the sector.
Lex Stratum has published a new report analysing planning applications for public EV charging sites submitted since the beginning of 2024 in Scotland.
The report, Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Planning Report Scotland, is based on research of planning applications submitted to Scotland’s 32 Local Authorities and 2 national park planning authorities from 1 January 2024 to 20th June 2024.
The research shows a continued interest in private CPO investment into the Scottish market at a macro level.
But investment in terms of number of sites is concentrated into three Local Authorities. It also highlights type of installation (with 71% of applications being for ultra rapid chargers) and a preference for developing sites that are existing car parks (making up 65% of all applications).
It outlines a number of risks and opportunities that could apply across the UK, including the potential impact on CPOs of a concentration of a dominant ultra rapid charge point manufacturer, and the role of the portfolio landowner in rolling out the charging infrastructure necessary to facilitate the EV transition.
Calum Stacey, Founder of Lex Stratum said:
“This report shows that the market is maturing in relation to what it considers to be an ‘ideal’ site for public, enroute charging.
“The analysis of submitted planning applications illustrates clear preferences from CPOs in relation to the types of charge point, layout of installations and development of existing mixed-use sites. It also highlights the CPOs who have been most active in building their ‘shovel ready’ pipeline of projects.”
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