Midlothian adds to EV fleet
Midlothian Council has been able to lease more electric vehicles to add to its green fleet due to a £45,000 Scottish Government grant.
Mitie joins Aldersgate Group
Following its net zero announcements and EV plans, Mitie has become a member of the Aldersgate Group,
Stats show uneven distribution of public chargers
The public charging network has seen rapid but uneven growth according to the latest Department for Transport statistics.
EVs use ‘far less’ raw material than ICE vehicles
An EV battery uses just 30kg of raw materials with recycling compared to the 17,000 litres of petrol burned by the average car, according to new research.
BP pulse network sees record use in lockdown
The amount of energy provided by public charging network, bp pulse, increased to more than 2m kWh in the first 40 days of 2021 – a 19% increase over the same period last year.
College launches EV technicians course
The City of Wolverhampton College has launched an EV and green technologies training centre.
Munich Airport working towards climate neutrality
An initiative including Munich Airport has been presented to the European Commission on achieving net-zero across Europe’s aviation sectors.
Fleet drivers could save £1,250 from home charging switch
Switching to the correct electricity tariff for home vehicle charging could save fleet drivers up to £1,250 a year on energy bills, according to Rightcharge.co.uk.
Bridgend explores accelerating EV charging points roll-out
Bridgend County Borough Council is investigating options for providing more charging points for electric vehicles.
Hyundai follows Kia in interoperability deal
Hyundai Motor UK has launched an integrated public charging service solution for its electric and plug-in hybrid customers.
Riversimple launches Welsh circular innovation centre
Hydrogen car firm Riversimple has launched a circular economy innovation centre for Wales.
Dundee continues with fleet electrification plans
Two new electric bin lorries have been added by Dundee City Council in the latest element of the local authority’s drive to electrify transport in the city.
