Industry reaction to Energy Security Plan and ZEV mandate

The transport and energy sectors have given their reaction to the Government’s Powering Up Britain – Energy Security Plan, which outlines a number of initiatives to deliver green energy as well as ensure energy security and independence.
Merton and char.gy roll-out on-street EV charge points

On-street charge point firm char.gy has begun the installation of 530 EV charging points in Merton, including 6 accessible lamppost chargers for disabled motorists.
Government set to reaffirm commitment to ZEV mandate

The UK Government is expected to reaffirm its commitment to stick to the 2030 phase out of internal combustion engines and will be progressing with its proposed Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate from 2024.
Energy security: Govt sets out £380m EV charging plans

Plans have been laid out for the investment of more than £380m into EV charging infrastructure to support the rollout of electric vehicles.
Scaling up a battery start-up

Guillermo Martinez, Europe Industrial and Logistics lead, Director, Turner & Townsend, looks at how a battery start-up can survive in a highly competitive industry.
Charging forward

Ian Cameron, Director of Customer Services and Innovation at UK Power Networks, discusses the company’s new EV strategy and how to make electric vehicle connections business as usual.
EVA Cymru responds to review of Welsh Government’s EV charging progress

EVA Cymru, Wales’ national representative body for electric vehicle owners and drivers, has welcomed publication of a full review of the Welsh Government’s progress against their Electric Vehicle Charging Strategy.
techUK launches new transport skills report

The UK needs a skilled workforce to decarbonise transport, deliver better services and pioneer new mobility, according to a new report launched by techUK.
First Hydrogen and Rivus partner for LCV trials

Automotive and green energy developer First Hydrogen has partnered with fleet management provider Rivus to start operational trials with a hydrogen fuel cell-powered vehicle (FCEV).
Solar powered EVs get go-ahead for Northumberland CC

UK Power Networks Services are designing and building a solar carport and 120 new electric vehicle (EV) charge points at Northumberland County Council’s staff car park in Morpeth.
EV industry calls for action from Government ahead of ‘Green Day’ announcement

Senior voices from across the electrification industry have urged the Chancellor to support the industry by publishing a strong zero emission vehicle mandate to speed up the transition to electric cars.
EV Infrastructure concession contract heads of terms launched for local authorities

The Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) Support Body has launched a concession contract Heads of Terms for Local Authorities.