Electric vehicle chargepoint survey
Published: 24 February 2023
An eight-week consultation on the Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Strategy has been launched today (Friday), and residents have until 21 April to give their views.
The plan sets out how an extensive network of public chargepoints will encourage people to switch to electric vehicles (EV) at the earliest opportunity.
The strategy proposes some actions the council can take to support the rollout.
In particular, the council wants to plan for residents that do not have off-street parking and who will be completely reliant on the public network.
Councillor Phil Jordan, Cabinet member for highways and infrastructure, said: "Many residents and businesses have already embraced electric vehicles, and we know that many more will be keen to do so over the coming years.
"We recognise that for everyone to make the switch, the right charging infrastructure will need to be available around the Island. We want to give as many people as possible the confidence to switch to an electric vehicle at the earliest opportunity, to decarbonise emissions as rapidly as we can.
"The network of chargepoints should be extensive so it’s convenient to charge overnight, on the move, when shopping or visiting the Island’s attractions. However, it's clear that the council will not be the only provider of public chargepoints and we're very keen to hear from others who may be able to do so.
"We also want to hear from residents, visitors, local businesses and anyone else with an interest in EV chargepoints to help shape this strategy — we want to understand how you think we can take this strategy forward and what you think our role should be."
The sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans in the UK will end in 2030 and, with the target of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040 in the council’s 'Mission Zero' Climate and Environment Strategy, there is a need to ensure infrastructure is in place enabling residents to make the switch to electric.
Councillor Jonathan Bacon, Cabinet member for environment, added: "The council is committed to working with partners and the community to tackle climate change and switching the way we power our cars and vans is a critical component of this.
"At this stage, the number of public chargepoints that will be required for a full network is unknown. It will be subject to changes in technology, but the number is likely to be a few hundred at least.
"Like most councils, the council will seek third party funding for all its chargepoints and will work with operators that are able to provide a reliable and competitive service.
"This will include on and off-street chargepoints and, potentially, charging hubs which will provide ultra-rapid charging for business as well as residential use."
The full consultation document is available at: www.iow.gov.uk/Council/OtherServices/zzzElectric-Vehicle-Chargepoints/EVCI-Strategy-Consultation on the ‘EVCI Strategy Consultation’ tab.
The survey itself is available here.
A hard copy of the consultation document and response form is available by contacting us on evchargepoints@iow.gov.uk or (01983) 821000. Copies will also be available in public libraries and County Hall reception.
The plan sets out how an extensive network of public chargepoints will encourage people to switch to electric vehicles (EV) at the earliest opportunity.
The strategy proposes some actions the council can take to support the rollout.
In particular, the council wants to plan for residents that do not have off-street parking and who will be completely reliant on the public network.
Councillor Phil Jordan, Cabinet member for highways and infrastructure, said: "Many residents and businesses have already embraced electric vehicles, and we know that many more will be keen to do so over the coming years.
"We recognise that for everyone to make the switch, the right charging infrastructure will need to be available around the Island. We want to give as many people as possible the confidence to switch to an electric vehicle at the earliest opportunity, to decarbonise emissions as rapidly as we can.
"The network of chargepoints should be extensive so it’s convenient to charge overnight, on the move, when shopping or visiting the Island’s attractions. However, it's clear that the council will not be the only provider of public chargepoints and we're very keen to hear from others who may be able to do so.
"We also want to hear from residents, visitors, local businesses and anyone else with an interest in EV chargepoints to help shape this strategy — we want to understand how you think we can take this strategy forward and what you think our role should be."
The sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans in the UK will end in 2030 and, with the target of achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2040 in the council’s 'Mission Zero' Climate and Environment Strategy, there is a need to ensure infrastructure is in place enabling residents to make the switch to electric.
Councillor Jonathan Bacon, Cabinet member for environment, added: "The council is committed to working with partners and the community to tackle climate change and switching the way we power our cars and vans is a critical component of this.
"At this stage, the number of public chargepoints that will be required for a full network is unknown. It will be subject to changes in technology, but the number is likely to be a few hundred at least.
"Like most councils, the council will seek third party funding for all its chargepoints and will work with operators that are able to provide a reliable and competitive service.
"This will include on and off-street chargepoints and, potentially, charging hubs which will provide ultra-rapid charging for business as well as residential use."
The full consultation document is available at: www.iow.gov.uk/Council/OtherServices/zzzElectric-Vehicle-Chargepoints/EVCI-Strategy-Consultation on the ‘EVCI Strategy Consultation’ tab.
The survey itself is available here.
A hard copy of the consultation document and response form is available by contacting us on evchargepoints@iow.gov.uk or (01983) 821000. Copies will also be available in public libraries and County Hall reception.