eEnergy and EO to install 50,000 workplace EV chargers by 2030

DIGITAL energy services company eEnergy has announced plans to install at least 50,000 electric vehicle (EV) chargers by 2030 as part of its commitment to create the UK’s largest public sector charging network.

eEnergy’s new service – “eCharge” – removes upfront costs and can be paired with clean energy procurement and energy saving solutions, including LED lighting upgrades, to enable schools, colleges, hospitals, and councils to protect themselves against rising energy bills.

eEnergy has signed an exclusive agreement with EO Charging, the UK’s leading provider of EV charging solutions and one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies. This initial exclusive partnership with EO will deliver mass EV charging for the UK education sector. There are approximately 32,000schools, colleges, and universities, and more than 600,000 teachers in the UK. When combined with the 225,000 staff and 2.66 million studentscurrently at UK higher education institutions, the education sector represents a significant underserved market to help accelerate the UK’s transition to low carbon transport.

The first 200 installations with EO will be completed in April 2022 and at least 2,000 chargers will be installed within the first 12 months. eEnergy expects to sign additional partnership agreements this year as it accelerates its EV rollout plans.

At a time of unprecedented energy costs, installing standard EV chargers is not currently a viable option for many schools and public sector organisations. By offering longer-term, fully serviced performance contracts, eCharge customers can install EV charging without upfront investment. The service will also offer new revenue opportunities, with schools and other organisations able to monetise their EV charging facilities by making them available to local communities or providing charging in place of parking fees.

The latest figures from the Department for Transport show that while there are now more than 250,000 home charging devices in the UK, only 2,038 devices have been installed through the government’s on-street charging scheme since it was established in 2017, meaning those without off-street parking are being left behind. eEnergy’s workplace charging rollout is actively targeting education and other public sectors with the greatest need, ensuring staff, customers, students, and patients can all access the most reliable EV charging services.

Harvey Sinclair, Chief Executive, eEnergy said: “The government has rightly set ambitious net zero targets, and electric vehicles will play a fundamental role. However, ensuring everyone has access to reliable charging, especially for those who cannot plug in at home, poses considerable challenges. Like many employers, schools face a growing demand for EV chargers just as energy costs reach record highs. Our ambitious rollout will make life easier for teachers and other drivers by offering an affordable and accessible alternative.

“By pairing workplace chargers with energy-saving technologies and clean energy procurement, everything from lighting to commuting can be powered using 100% fossil-free energy, cutting energy costs, and creating new revenue opportunities for the public sector.”