UK Power Networks has launched an ‘Insiders’ Guide’ to designing and installing new EV chargepoint hubs, aimed at making the process easier.

The electricity distribution network operator published the guide to outline exactly what land consents needed to be in place before installers applied to connect their site to the electricity grid.

Each year, the firm receives up to 100 applications from customers wanting to connect an EV charging hub site, with some requiring 3MVA of power – equivalent to powering more than 2,000 homes.

The online guide details the hierarchy of consents required and aimed to streamline the connection process. Four common scenarios were profiled to help readers relate the information to their own situations.

Neil Madgwick, Head of Connections Service Delivery, said: “Having the correct access and licensing arrangements can dramatically speed up the connections process, enabling sites to be up and running in weeks rather than months.”

UK Power Networks provided a unique wrap-around service to manage the final connection to the local electricity grid, working closely with the operator and their independent connections provider from site design to energisation.

Madgwick added: “This helps ensure that they can take advantage of our innovative products so they stay in control and don’t need complex leases and wayleaves.

“We receive a lot of enquiries from individuals to large corporations keen to explore low carbon technologies, and are building up a library of helpful guidance as this is new territory for many.”