Transport + Energy Forum in pictures
The inaugural Transport + Energy Forum brought together a range of different stakeholders including local authorities, central government, the supply chain, vehicle manufacturers, energy networks and trade associations – to discuss the actions that need to be taken to reach net zero.
Zenobē helps to further electrify Newport bus depot
Zenobē, the EV fleet and battery storage specialist, has announced an extension of its working relationship with Newport Transport – installing 16 new charging points which will provide further charging support to its fleet of 32 electric buses.
Report shows that free or subsidised public charging could be deterring private sector investment in Scotland’s EV network
Public sector infrastructure body the Scottish Futures Trust has published a new report which shows that free or subsidised electric vehicle (EV) charging on the public network could be deterring crucial private sector investment that is needed to grow Scotland’s EV network.
Park & Charge Oxfordshire EV network completed
The Park & Charge Oxfordshire electric vehicle (EV) network – installed and operated by Bicester-based specialists EZ-Charge – was declared open at a ceremony this week.
£32m awarded for energy storage projects
More than £32 million government funding has been awarded to UK projects developing innovative energy storage technologies that can help increase the resilience of the UK’s electricity grid while also maximising value for money.
EV Infrastructure Hub set up to help councils
A new, independent online resource to guide local authorities through the strategy, deployment, funding and procurement, site selection and maintenance of electric vehicle (EV) charge point infrastructure has been launched.
Europe’s biggest lithium plant gets planning approval
Tees Valley Lithium (TVL) has received full planning permission from Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council to construct the UK’s first major lithium hydroxide refinery – which will help meet the demand for the switch to electric vehicles within Europe.
All-electric 4×4 to be unveiled
Munro Vehicles, a manufacturer of all-electric 4x4s, is set to unveil its first vehicle – the Munro MK_1 at a global launch event in Edinburgh on 5 December.
Britishvolt responds to market speculation
Britishvolt has reaffirmed that it is “continuing to actively work on several potential scenarios” in order to provide the longer-term sustainability needed to enable the company to build a strong and viable British battery cell R&D and manufacturing business.
Ultra Low Emission Zone to be expanded London-wide
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced that he will expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) London-wide to tackle the threats of air pollution, the climate emergency and congestion.
Amazon to undertake more deliveries using electric cargo bikes
Amazon has expanded its e-cargo bike delivery fleet and launched three new micromobility delivery hubs in Manchester and London.
VolkerSmart marks one year of working with Liberty Charge
VolkerSmart Technologies and Liberty Charge have been working together to install on-street electric vehicle charge points across the country for a year.